The Adventures of Left-Hand Island

<p>The books in this series tell the story of ten children all five years old who are culturally diverse and wonderfully bonded in friendship. They are found on a mysterious island shaped like the palm of your left hand. In each book the children explore a different part of the island which represents a different part of the world with its unique wildlife. However throughout the adventure they run into some fantasy and mythical creatures -- some good and some not so good.</p><p> </p><p>In this book - Thumb Peninsula - True North the children specifically explore the wonders of Canada. They live in a place which is located at the base or palm of the island. There they are met head on with a calamity and are forced to move. This move marks the start of the adventure and they never look back. </p><p> </p><p>The books are intended to be read to non-readers but they are so captivating that they appeal to young readers as well. The books are designed to be as much fun to read as to listen to with appealing story line rhyming cadence and songs.  </p>