{"product_id":"cricket-courage-marina-swan-9781923750258","title":"Cricket Courage","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen Ellie and Ollie spot a tiny cricket being swept away in a rushing backyard stream, they spring into action on a secret mission no human must ever know.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this heartwarming adventure from the \u003cem\u003eEllie and Ollie: Secret Adventures\u003c\/em\u003e series by Marina Swan, young readers follow along as Ellie, a clever ginger kitten, and Ollie, a wise golden retriever, work together to rescue a small creature in trouble. As the cricket struggles against the current, Ellie and Ollie must think quickly, problem-solve, and use the tools around them to bring him safely back to shore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut the rescue is only the beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe muddy bank is slippery and unstable, and the tiny cricket is too weak to climb to safety on his own. When Ellie notices him looking toward the tall grass above, she realises that's where he belongs. With teamwork, patience, and gentle determination, Ellie and Ollie come up with a new plan to help him reach higher ground - using a simple but clever solution that young readers will love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlending gentle storytelling with real-life animal behaviour and environments, this beautifully crafted children's book introduces themes of kindness, empathy, resilience, and problem-solving. The calm, reassuring tone makes it perfect for bedtime reading, while the subtle tension and step-by-step rescue keep children engaged from beginning to end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing soft, whimsical illustrations and a structured early chapter book format, this story supports developing readers while still being enjoyable as a read-aloud for younger children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for children who love animals, nature, and adventure, this story encourages readers to look closely at the small creatures around them and consider how they can help.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy readers love Ellie and Ollie: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle, engaging animal rescue adventures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeaches teamwork, empathy, and creative thinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple chapter structure ideal for early readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic backyard settings children can relate to\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalm, reassuring tone perfect for bedtime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoin Ellie and Ollie on another secret mission - and discover how even the smallest creatures can inspire the biggest acts of kindness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Marina Swan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1923750259\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781923750258\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Little Paw Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/07\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 50\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.20lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.14d","brand":"Marina Swan","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48588500074751,"sku":"9781923750258","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/cricket-courage-marina-swan-9781923750258","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}