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I love you near and far

By Marjorie Blain Parker

Can love reach across oceans, broken homes and miles—or is someone closer than they think?

tender · reassuring · rhythmic · heart-warming

Genres

Friendship/Family Poetry/Verse Feelings/Wellbeing

What is I love you near and far about?

A young cat misses Dad and Grandma, who live far away. Through warm, lilting rhymes, the child remembers the special people and moments they share, discovering that love can stretch across any distance. Whether family members are overseas, separated after a divorce, or simply too far away for everyday visits, their affection remains strong. A gentle, reassuring story about missing loved ones and finding comfort in the knowledge that love is always close.

About the author

Marjorie Blain Parker is a children’s author who enjoys turning everyday ideas, animals and famous artists into lively stories. She has written many colourful picture books, including A Paddling of Ducks, which explores the funny names for groups of animals, and Colorful Dreamer, about the artist Henri Matisse. Her books invite young readers to notice the world around them, learn new words and use their imaginations. Marjorie’s warm, playful writing makes reading feel like an adventure.

Pages

24 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2015

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