Publisher's Synopsis
Bing and Frank’s Great Adventures is a collection of exciting, feel-good stories, centred around the lives of two lovable dogs. Each story is not only great fun to read but has an important message contained within it, and aims to encourage children to believe in themselves, to recognise and value their own unique talents. As each story progresses, the child will recognise and absorb the overall message that they too have been given unique talents. There is a play sheet at the back of the book where the child can explore his or her own strengths and talents. Part One of this inspiring series introduces Bing, a large red retriever who is cool and wise, and Frank, a young, excitable, energetic, black and white spaniel. ‘Splash’ describes the story of Frank learning how to swim and how he overcomes his fear with Bing’s support. By the end of the chapter, he is enjoying jumping and splashing in the water as much as Bing. The positive message here is all about facing fears and that it can be fun to try out new things. Next, readers are introduced to Paris the cat, who displays her own unique set of skills and talents. Frank and Paris show each other what they can do and they learn to respect each others’ different abilities. In the fourth chapter, ‘The Haunted House’, Bing and Frank set off to find and explore a haunted house and we meet more characters that live near them. They solve the mystery of the haunted house – and have still time to get back in time for tea! The Bing and Frank’s Great Adventures stories are not only fun to read, but they act as a support tool to help build childrens’ confidence and self-esteem, containing positive messages in each story. They will appeal to children aged 5-8 years. Author Elizabeth, who includes full-colour illustrations throughout the text, has been inspired by a number of authors, including Dr. Wayne D. Dyer, Louise L. Hay and Neale Donald Walsch.
