Albert and the pond
By Ian Brown
Albert’s vanished pond friend returns in spring—but it’s changed in a surprising way.
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What is Albert and the pond about?
When a pond appears in Albert’s garden, he discovers a mysterious underwater friend. Each day, Albert visits the pond and watches his new companion, but then the creature suddenly disappears. Sad and puzzled, Albert’s garden friends try to cheer him up, while he patiently waits through the changing seasons. After a long winter sleep, Albert returns outdoors in spring. Could his missing friend have come back – and changed in a surprising way?
About the author
Ian Brown is a talented writer best known for creating the Albert the Tortoise books. He enjoys sharing funny and heartwarming stories inspired by his real-life pet tortoise, Albert. Ian loves making children smile with his books, and he hopes his stories encourage everyone to be curious and kind to animals.
Pages
35 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2024
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