Bibliograph

The generous fish, written by Jacqueline Jules ; illustrated by Frances Tyrrell

Type

Label

The generous fish, written by Jacqueline Jules ; illustrated by Frances Tyrrell

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Intended audience

Ages 4-8, Wisdom TalesGrades 2-3, Wisdom Tales

Literary Form

fiction

Main title

The generous fish

Oclc number

1096481290

Responsibility statement

written by Jacqueline Jules ; illustrated by Frances Tyrrell

Summary

Young Reuven becomes friends with a fish which gladly shares his golden scales with the needy people of Reuven's village, although each lost scale puts his own health at risk. Includes author's note about the origin of the story in two Jewish tales, and the guidance found in every religion, and in economics, for protecting our environment and using resources wisely

Target audience

primary

Classification

Contributor