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The Patchwork Bike
A boy sits atop his patchwork bike, with the book's title above it in yellow writing.
1st Edition Cover
Author Maxine Beneba Clarke
Illustrator Van Thanh Rudd
Publisher Hachette
Publication date
October 25, 2016
Pages unpaged
ISBN 978-1-53620-031-7

The Patchwork Bike is a children's book released in 2017. It was written by Maxine Beneba Clarke and illustrated by Van Thanh Rudd. This story is all about creativity and making the most of what you have, even when resources are limited.

About The Patchwork Bike

The book introduces us to a young girl who lives with her brothers on the edge of a "no-go desert." This means they live in a very dry and challenging place. Despite their surroundings, they have an amazing bike that they built themselves.

What's the Story About?

The main character describes how she and her brothers created their special bike. They didn't buy it from a store. Instead, they used different materials they found around them. This is why it's called a "patchwork" bike – it's made from many different pieces, just like a patchwork quilt. The story celebrates their cleverness and imagination in building something fun and useful out of recycled items. It shows how you can find joy and adventure even in simple things and difficult environments.

Who Made This Book?

The author, Maxine Beneba Clarke, is a talented writer from Australia. She is known for her poetry, short stories, and children's books. Her work often explores themes of identity, family, and social issues.

The illustrator, Van Thanh Rudd, is also an Australian artist. His illustrations bring the story to life with vibrant pictures that help readers imagine the world of the patchwork bike and the children who ride it.

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