Marli's Tangled Tale by Ellie Jackson - Wild Tribe Heroes

A firm favourite in our house, these bestselling children's books tackle environmental issues in a gentle and positive way. All based on true stories, they all have powerful messages behind them. Children and adults alike enjoy them and feel inspired to make positive changes in their own lives and communities.
 
Marli's Tangled Tale takes you to the cool and green cliffs where Marli the Puffin lives with her soon to hatch egg until one day the excitement of the far away town visits in an unexpected way. As hope starts to fade her tangled tale takes a twist just in time for the surprise waiting for her back at home! A positive, inspiring, beautifully illustrated true story about the problem of balloon releases with a happy ending. Loved by children, parents and teachers.
 
Themes addressed: Ocean Plastics, Balloon Release, Wildlife Rescue, Marine Pollution, Beach Clean
 
The Wild Tribe Heroes books have received personal letters of congratulations from Sir David Attenborough and Prince Charles who are both extremely concerned about the issue of ocean plastics and are doing everything they can to help raise awareness. The books have been featured on the BBC, in The Guardian, Mail on Sunday and Huffington Post as well as numerous local newspapers, radio and TV and also featured in international podcasts, blogs and press.