The Night Shimmy
By Gwenn Strauss and Anthony Browne
When Eric’s imaginary friend vanishes, can he find his own brave voice to help Marcia?
Genres
What is The Night Shimmy about?
Eric rarely speaks, so his imaginary friend, the Night Shimmy, says everything for him. When Eric meets Marcia, she accepts his quiet nature and invites him to play. Their new friendship brings Eric confidence, but the Night Shimmy suddenly disappears. Feeling hurt and frightened, Eric pulls away from Marcia. Then her kite becomes trapped in a tree, and Eric must decide whether to help. As he finds the courage to act and communicate, Eric realises he may not need the Night Shimmy after all.
About the author
Gwenn Strauss is an award-winning author and poet who enjoys telling thoughtful, imaginative stories for children and families. Her books include The Hiding Game, Ruth and the Green Book, and The Night Shimmy. She writes about brave people, friendship, kindness and discovering the world around us. Her lively storytelling helps readers learn about the past while following memorable characters. Gwenn’s books have been praised by teachers, librarians and young readers, making her a wonderful author to explore.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2003
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