CHILDREN'S BOOK: CROW IN THE ZOO

Discover the children's book 'Varis, joka halusi olla satakieli' (The Crow Who Wanted to Be a Nightingale) by illustrator and author Elli Maanpää. This colorful picture book is brought to life with cute drawings and illustrations, captivating young readers with its storytelling charm.

Discover the children's book 'Varis, joka halusi olla satakieli' by illustrator and author Elli Maanpää.
Discover the children's book 'Varis, joka halusi olla satakieli' by illustrator and author Elli Maanpää.
This colorful picture book is brought to life with cute drawings and illustrations.
This colorful picture book is brought to life with cute drawings and illustrations.
PICTURE BOOK: VARIS, JOKA HALUSI OLLA SATAKIELI 
The Crow Who Wanted To Be a Nightingale || Children's Book || Written and illustrated by Elli Maanpää || Published by Mini Kustannus || 2020
In Finnish language Nightingale is called "Satakieli," which literally means "Sata" = hundred and "kieli" = language. The Crow yearns to ascend to the Nightingale's glamorous tree. However, to be accepted, Crow must master 100 languages, a daunting task.
Undeterred, Crow embarks on a heartwarming journey of learning, seeking the help of the animals in the zoo. With determination and the support of his newfound friends, Crow sets out to achieve his dream.
Written and illustrated by Elli Maanpää in 2020, this enchanting picture book is filled with cute drawings that capture the essence of Crow's adventure. While the text is minimal, the focus lies in the charming illustrations that bring the story to life. 
Perfect for reading aloud with children, the book offers an interactive experience as readers join Crow on his quest to learn the languages of the animals. Join Crow on his delightful journey and discover the power of determination and friendship.
The book is available for purchase here.
Elli Maanpää's adorable drawing of the main character crow embarking on a quest, with the support of his bear friend, from her enchanting children's book illustration.

The Crow yearns to ascend to the Nightingale's glamorous tree. However, to be accepted, Crow must master 100 languages, a daunting task.

In Elli Maanpää's captivating illustration, the determined crow learns languages from various zoo animals, including a lion, moose, mouse, horse, and fox, as depicted in her charming picture book.

Undeterred, Crow embarks on a heartwarming journey of learning, seeking the help of the animals in the zoo. 

Elli Maanpää's delightful illustration captures the moment when the crow learns to growl like a tiger, with the assistance of actual tigers, in her vibrant and colorful children's book illustration.

With determination and the support of his newfound friends, Crow sets out to achieve his dream. Illustrations by Elli Maanpää.

The main character is the cute Crow.
The main character is the cute Crow.
Panda Illustration by Elli Maanpää.
Panda Illustration by Elli Maanpää.
The animals in the zoo originate from various parts of the world.
The animals in the zoo originate from various parts of the world.
Zoo life by Elli Maanpää.
Zoo life by Elli Maanpää.
Charming illustrations of animal friends by Elli Maanpää.
Charming illustrations of animal friends by Elli Maanpää.
Cute drawings by Elli Maanpää: Bear in whimsical style.
Cute drawings by Elli Maanpää: Bear in whimsical style.
Zoo animals by Elli Maanpää: Vibrant lion illustration.
Zoo animals by Elli Maanpää: Vibrant lion illustration.
The Crow longs to join the Nightingale's fanciful tree.
The Crow longs to join the Nightingale's fanciful tree.
Elli Maanpää's intricate pattern design features the main character crow, bringing charm and whimsy to her captivating children's book illustration.

Elli Maanpää's cute pattern design features the main character crow.

Join Elli Maanpää, the author and illustrator of 'Varis, joka halusi olla satakieli' (The Crow Who Wanted To Be a Nightingale), for a Read Aloud session on YouTube. 
Immerse yourself in this enchanting children's book, featuring vibrant illustrations and a heartwarming story, presented in Finnish with English Subtitles.
Elli Maanpää, author and illustrator, proudly holds he cute picture book at the book launch party in Oodi Helsinki.

Elli Maanpää, author and illustrator, proudly holds he cute picture book at the book launch party in Oodi Helsinki.

Interview in Ulvilan Seutu newspaper with Elli Maanpää, Author and Illustrator of 'Varis, joka halusi olla satakieli' (The Crow Who Wanted To Be a Nightingale), about Becoming a Debut Children's Author During the Pandemic.

Interview in Ulvilan Seutu newspaper with Elli Maanpää, Author and Illustrator of 'Varis, joka halusi olla satakieli' (The Crow Who Wanted To Be a Nightingale), about Becoming a Debut Children's Author During the Pandemic.

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