{"product_id":"ladybug-leaps-marina-swan-9781923750302","title":"Ladybug Leaps","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLadybug Leaps\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heartwarming and gently adventurous children's picture book in the beloved \u003cem\u003eEllie and Ollie\u003c\/em\u003e series, perfect for early readers, classrooms, bedtime reading, and nature-loving families.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Ellie, a curious ginger kitten, and Ollie, a gentle golden retriever, hear a tiny splash coming from the garden, they quickly spring into action. Following their instincts-and their kindness-they discover a tiny ladybug (also known as a ladybird) stranded upside down in a puddle, unable to right herself or escape the rising water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the rain-damp garden glistens around them, Ellie and Ollie must work together to carefully rescue the small insect before danger closes in. With teamwork, patience, and gentle paws, they show young readers how even the smallest creatures matter-and how small acts of kindness can make a big difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLadybug Leaps\u003c\/em\u003e is more than just an exciting animal rescue story. It introduces children to important early learning themes including empathy, responsibility, observation of nature, and problem-solving. Through Ellie and Ollie's gentle guidance, young readers learn to slow down and notice the tiny world living all around them-beneath leaves, in puddles, and among the grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully written story is ideal for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly readers aged 3-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreschool, kindergarten, and primary classrooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnimal lovers and nature explorers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBedtime reading with meaningful messages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents and teachers teaching kindness and environmental awareness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe story is written in a simple, engaging narrative style designed to support reading confidence while maintaining emotional depth and excitement. Children will be captivated as they follow Ellie and Ollie's race against time, wondering: \u003cem\u003eCan they save the ladybug before it's too late?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of the growing \u003cem\u003eEllie and Ollie\u003c\/em\u003e chapter book series, \u003cem\u003eLadybug Leaps\u003c\/em\u003e continues the magical tradition of everyday backyard discoveries becoming extraordinary adventures. Each book in the series encourages curiosity, compassion, and connection to the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its gentle tension, lovable animal characters, and uplifting rescue mission, \u003cem\u003eLadybug Leaps\u003c\/em\u003e is a story children will want to return to again and again. It is perfect for sparking conversations about kindness to insects, caring for small creatures, and understanding that every life-no matter how tiny-has value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf your child loves animal stories, nature adventures, gentle suspense, and heartwarming teamwork, \u003cem\u003eLadybug Leaps\u003c\/em\u003e will quickly become a favourite on the bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Marina Swan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1923750305\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781923750302\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 52\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":48588500173055,"sku":"9781923750302","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/ladybug-leaps-marina-swan-9781923750302","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}