By Gill Lewis (author)
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Longlisted for the UKLA Book Awards 2020 | August 2018 Book of the Month | A Julia Eccleshare Pick of the Month August 2018 |
A thought-provoking and touching story of the bond between children and nature, from renowned storyteller and award-winning author Gill Lewis.
Award-winning Gill Lewis is renowned for her skilful capturing of the healing power of human/ animal friendships and the importance of nature to all – and especially to children who grow up without much chance to explore it. Searching for a secret place where they can practise their skateboarding, Izzy and Asha discover the perfect spot – the site of an abandoned gas works.
But they are not the first to find it. The gas works site is also home to a wounded wolf. Knowing that they must keep its existence a secret the girls take care of the wolf and, in doing so, become involved in keeping the patch of wasteland safe from developers. It is a heartwarming story with a deep theme written in a highly readable way.
Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+
Izzy and Asha need a space to call their own, away from difficult families, the Skull brothers and the trouble they bring. But the derelict building site where they stake their claim already belongs to something else, a wilderness they never expected and an injured wolf that desperately needs their help. Can they reconnect to the wild and save the wolf? Or is their pack too weak to fight much stronger powers?
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A stunning tale of our lost connection to nature and the wild that hides in us all, from renowned storyteller Gill Lewis.
Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+.
“Gill Lewis writes brilliantly about the relationship between urban children and the wild, and this is another triumph ... You’ll be howling for more” The Times
"As a storyteller, Gill Lewis should be cherished and revered. The message of Run Wild is important, nay, essential" Family Bookworms
"A thought-provoking novel that explores the connection between children and the natural world ...there is a little bit of wild inside us all that risks being lost in the crowdedness of modern life." Books for Topics "An absolute triumph ... it's definitely earned a place on my classroom bookshelf just as it should yours!" The Reader Teacher "Secrets and solidarity in a powerful contemporary story exploring the bond between children and nature." The Bookseller "A lovely, intelligent and heart-warming story of children finding a wolf in their city's wastelands...Marvellous" Bookbag Blog
Gill Lewis has adored animals for as long as she can remember. From building a mini hospital for insects in her garden as a child, to working as a vet in the wilds of Africa, her life has been full of fascinating wildlife adventures. She now lives in Somerset with her family and their pets, which include dogs, chickens, and a rescued Shetland pony. She dreams up stories in her treehouse, surrounded by squirrels and plates of biscuits. Her books have won and been shortlisted for numerous awards. A Street Dog Named Pup is the first book that she has also illustrated herself.
Gill’s writing has earned her numerous awards such as the UKLA Children’s Book Award and the Little Rebel Award, and several nominations for prestigious awards including the CILIP Carnegie Medal.
Gill lives in Somerset.
Hi-Lo Books - perfect for engaging struggling and reluctant readers, those with English as an additional language and those with dyslexia
UKLA Book Awards - 2020
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Izzy and Asha need a space to call their own, away from difficult families, the Skull brothers and the trouble they bring. But the derelict building site where they stake their claim already belongs to something else, a wilderness they never expected and an injured wolf that desperately needs their help.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Run Wild and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-10 years old
Run Wild features in the following genres: Animal Stories, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Books of the Month, Recommendations, Featured Books for 9+ readers, Julia Eccleshare's Picks of the Month, Romance / Relationship Stories, Featured Books for 7+ readers
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Run Wild was written by Gill Lewis and published by Barrington Stoke Ltd
Run Wild has 106 pages
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