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Diary of a Taekwondo Master

By Shamini Flint
Series: DIARY OF A...
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In Diary of a Taekwondo Master by Shamini Flint, Marcus is on a quest to master the art of taekwondo, despite his lack of natural talent. While navigating the challenges of training, he learns valuable life lessons about perseverance and discipline, all infused with humour and heartwarming family moments. This book is part of Shamini Flint's children's series that combines humour with everyday adventures.
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You might enjoy this book if you're excited about following the adventures of a young protagonist combining the ups and downs of everyday life with the discipline and excitement of martial arts. This children's book effortlessly mixes humour, self-discovery, and life lessons, making it perfect for young readers interested in sports, personal growth, and cultural insights.

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Marcus Atkinson is a taekwondo master (not!). But his dad is convinced that Marcus has magic in his kicks.

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Diary of a Taekwondo Master by Shamini Flint is a delightful tale about Marcus, a Maths whiz who struggles with sports. His father, a self-help author, is convinced that Marcus can achieve anything he sets his mind to, with often hilarious outcomes.

This story, presented in an illustrated diary format, combines Marcus's gentle, satirical humour with comic drawings that will have readers laughing out loud. It also manages to impart a surprising amount of information about taekwondo in an engaging manner.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781743313602

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 January 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Sally Heinrich

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 104g

Pages: 108

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