In "Toucania" by Charles Simard, readers are transported to a vibrant, magical land inhabited by toucans and other whimsical creatures. The story follows a young toucan named Tula, who embarks on a daring adventure to save her home from an encroaching darkness threatening the colorful paradise. Along the way, Tula discovers the power of friendship, bravery, and believing in oneself. Journeying through lush jungles and meeting eccentric characters, she learns valuable lessons about her identity and the importance of community. "Toucania" is a delightful tale that celebrates courage, imagination, and the beauty of nature. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 4-7 years.

There are 48 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2021 by Orca Book Publishers .

Marianne Ferrer was born in Venezuela. She came to Canada in 1998 to pursue her artistic tendencies. There, she acquired several illustration techniques, eventually finding her distinctive deep, moody style. She currently works as a freelance illustrator in Montreal.