1 / 3Cara the Shimmer Wings Capybara
Cara the Shimmer Wings Capybara is the first book in the Capybara Kingdom series, a short, illustrated chapter-book adventure aimed at children aged 5–7. Cara’s search for more cake leads to a fantastical world where she gains wings and tries to save a friend’s birthday party.
At a glance
- Short chapters and illustrations on every page are described as features for newly independent readers.
- The story combines a capybara fantasy setting with a birthday-party rescue plot.
- This is presented as the first instalment in the Capybara Kingdom series.
Reference price: £4.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The stated 5–7 age range and short chapters make the book a targeted option for children beginning to read independently.
- Illustrations throughout offer visual support alongside the chapter-book format.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Scholastic |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 15 Jan. 2026 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 80 pages |
| Reading age | 5 - 7 years |
| ISBN-10 | 0702346101 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0702346101 |
| Dimensions | 12.4 x 1.4 x 19.4 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 70 g |
Who is it for?
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with the supplied distribution limited to four- and five-star ratings. This suggests favourable overall responses in the available rating data, but without review comments it does not identify what readers liked or any specific drawbacks. The book's stated short chapters and illustrations may suit the intended early-reader audience, but ratings alone do not confirm that experience.
Frequently asked questions
What age is Cara the Shimmer Wings Capybara for?
The listing gives a reading age of 5–7 years and describes it as suitable for newly independent readers.
What is the story about?
After Cara loses some strawberry cake, she ends up in Capybara Kingdom, where she meets new creatures, gains wings and tries to help her friend Ava's birthday party.
Is this part of a series?
Yes. It is described as the first book in the Capybara Kingdom series.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 80 pages.
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