The Midnight Panther (A Poonam Mistry Fable)

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Author(s)

Poonam Mistry

Publisher

Candlewick Studio

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Release Date

October 01, 2024

ISBN

978-1536238716

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Poonam Mistry weaves a captivating fable with stunning illustrations about courage and finding your place in the world.

Panther loves the rainforest, but sometimes he feels as though he doesn’t belong in the same way the other animals do—especially the other big cats. Panther desperately wishes he had the same bold qualities as Tiger, Lion, and Leopard. Thus begins Panther’s adventure though the trees to find a way to be just as special and dazzling. With some guidance and a few mishaps, Panther finally discovers his own strength and beauty among the stars in the night sky.

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stunning picture book fable

November 23, 2024

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THE MIDNIGHT PANTHER is a stunning picture book and fable. Panther does not feel like he belongs amongst the other big cats and so runs away to find somewhere he can belong. He tries to make himself seem more like the others, but soon begins to realize that he is special on his own.

What I loved: This is a stunningly illustrated story and each page is filled with gorgeous images. This is just a lovely book to look at, and the fable adds to the beauty. The story uses themes of belonging and acceptance that will resonate with young readers as they understand that Panther has his own good qualities and does not need to be like the others. Children can then apply these ideas to their own lives, particularly older picture book readers who will notice parallels amongst their peer groups.

Final verdict: THE MIDNIGHT PANTHER is a stunningly illustrated picture book with important themes for young readers to consider. Highly recommend for middle elementary school aged readers as they can appreciate the imagery and the themes will resonate well.