The River: An Epic Journey to the Sea - Author Patricia Hegarty

Swim Down the River...

Embark on a captivating journey through rivers, lakes, waterfalls and oceans alongside a little fish with a big adventure ahead. With poetic storytelling and enchanting artwork, The River follows one tiny swimmer on her voyage from a gentle mountain stream all the way to the wide, mysterious sea. Children can follow the fish’s path across each page thanks to a magical, moving visual element that adds wonder to every turn.

This beautifully crafted picture book introduces young readers to ecosystems, habitats and the rhythm of nature while encouraging curiosity and observation. It’s the perfect blend of lyrical storytelling and gentle science.

Why we — and schools — love it:

• Combines poetic language with engaging scientific themes.
• Sparks imagination while reinforcing environmental awareness.
• Ideal for classroom storytelling, nature topics and guided reading.
• Moving fish element brings the journey to life
•  Stunning illustrations by Hanako Clulow
• Ideal for cross-curricular links in literacy, geography and science

Other breathtaking journeys in this series include:

• The Sea: An Ocean Adventure
• The Sky: A Look at Our Atmosphere
• The Earth: Our Home Planet

Written by Patricia Hegarty | Illustrated by Hanako Clulow | Published by Little Tiger Press  | 24 pages | Ages 6–8