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* 'Carol Ann Duffy has written a fairy story imbued with magic that is perfect to read aloud' - Guardian * 'It's a delightful idea, magically brought to life by Nicoletta Ceccoli's luminous and sensual illustrations' --Child Education Plus
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Each night, in the hours between supper and bedtime the Tear Thief carries her waterproof, silvery sack over her shoulder as she soundlessly steals the tears of every child who cries. But what does she do with all of those tears? Education Market: Aligns with National Curriculum Fantasy/Imagined Worlds category and Stories that Raise Issues/Personal, Social and Emotional Development. It is a modern tale that illustrates a classic message which teaches children to value true feelings.
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Late one evening, the Tear Thief crept into a town. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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Late one evening, the Tear Thief crept into a town. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book tells the story of the Tear Thief, who is a fairy-type person who collects children's tears for a magical purpose, and through the breathtaking illustrations and dreamy narrative we learn why genuine tears are the most precious of all. My children sat wide-eyed through the first reading and demanded it again the next day.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
What captivated me about this story was the way in which the Tear Thief is depicted, both in the language and in the illustrations. The Tear Thief is an invisislbe sprite whose task in life is to collect tears and use them to make the moon shine at night. She is not always invisible though - you can see her reflection when she is in front of water or glass or another reflective material. Also, when she collects a child's tears, the child's mood changes for the better, so really she is a transformer. When a little girl who is crying about her lost puppy sees a strange and beguiling elfin creature reflected in a puddle, the two of them start a conversation. The Tear Thief tells the girl that she collects tears and that she really wants some of hers, because they are genuine tears of sadness, and these tears are the most precious of all. The girl gives her some tears and soon afterwards, she finds her puppy. The ending is lovely and I am not going to reveal it - you have to buy the book! you will not be disappointed; it is spellbinding.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I really enjoy Carol Ann Duffy's poetry for adults and children, so I was interested to read this book for younger children. The reviews were encouraging. I sent for the book and was not disappointed. I am a primary school teacher and collect 'special books' to share with young children. This one definately goes into my book box. The language is gorgeous, sprinkled with similes. It almost made me cry. I can't wait to read it to the children. The illustrations are wonderful and really enhance the book. Do buy!
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A delightful book
I bought this book as a present for a 5 year old girl and for also for my 5 year old son and they both loved it. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Mrs. R. Connors
the tear thief.
I bought this book for my wife for her Christmas and she absolutely loved it. Full of lovely pictures and a really wonderful story.
Published 14 months ago by wullie
The Tear Thief
This was a delightful story for children about tears and the many emotions and circumstances that cause us to cry. It is also another visual treat from Nicoletta Ceccoli. Read more
Published on 16 Nov 2009 by Shauna
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