Paper Planes
Paper Planes by Steve Worland, published by Penguin Australia Pty Limited in 2015, is a captivating narrative that follows twelve-year-old Dylan Webber, who lives in a small country town in outback Western Australia. As Dylan discovers his talent for folding and flying paper planes, he embarks on a journey to compete in the World Junior Paper Plane Championships in Japan. This edition, written in English and spanning 196 pages, explores themes of family, friendship, and self-reliance.
Readers will find Dylan navigating challenges as he makes new friends and faces off against formidable rivals. Throughout his journey, he also confronts his family’s past, adding depth to his quest. The story touches on social topics such as grief and bereavement, making it a multifaceted exploration of personal growth. Adapted from the award-winning family film, Paper Planes presents an engaging tale that resonates with both young readers and adults alike.
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One paper plane flies straight and fast and true. Dylan’s. Twelve-year-old Dylan Webber lives in outback Western Australia in a small country town. When he discovers he has a talent for folding and flying paper planes, Dylan begins a journey to reach the World Junior Paper Plane Championships in Japan. Along the way he makes unlikely new friends, clashes with powerful rivals and comes to terms with his family’s past before facing his greatest challenge – to create a paper plane that will compete with the best in the world. Steve Worland brings you the exciting, heartwarming story of Paper Planes, adapted from the award-winning family film that features a cast of Australia’s finest actors, including Sam Worthington, Deborah Mailman, David Wenham and Ed Oxenbould.
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