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Grandad's Secret Giant

By David Litchfield
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Grandad's Secret Giant by David Litchfield is a beautifully illustrated children's book that tells the story of a young boy who discovers that his grandad's tales of a secret giant are actually true. This gentle giant helps the town, though he is often unseen. It's a heartwarming tale about embracing differences and understanding the unseen helpers in our lives.

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You might enjoy this book if you love heart-warming tales with whimsical illustrations. It beautifully explores themes of kindness, trust, and embracing differences, making it a delightful choice for both children and adults who appreciate meaningful stories.

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A GIANT story of belonging and friendship from David Litchfield.

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A GIANT story of belonging and friendship from David Litchfield, author of the Waterstones Illustrated Book Prize 2016 winner The Bear and the Piano.

'He has hands the size of tables,' Grandad said, 'legs as long as drainpipes and feet as big as rowing boats. Do you know who I mean?' 'Yes,' sighed Billy. 'The Secret Giant. But he's not real!'

Billy doesn't believe his Grandad when he tells him there's a giant living in his town, doing good deeds for everyone. He knows that a giant is too big to keep himself hidden. And why would he want to keep himself a secret? But as time goes on, Billy learns that some secrets are too BIG to stay secret for long...

This delightful, heartfelt story of belonging and friendship teaches the importance of tolerance and acceptance to young children.

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Grandad's Secret Giant by David Litchfield is celebrated for its heartfelt narrative on themes like difference, acceptance, and kindness. Reviews frequently praise the book's luminous and vibrant illustrations, which are a blend of traditional and modern art techniques, creating a visually stunning and heartwarming experience. The story is infused with a sense of wonder and highlights friendships and belonging, with critics noting the detailed illustrations' magical quality and the subtle inclusion of the giant.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781847808486

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 September 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 220.0mm

Height: 300.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 40

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About the Author

DAVID LITCHFIELD first started to draw when he was very young, creating Star Wars and Indiana Jones mash up comics for his older brother and sister. Since then David's work has appeared in magazines, newspapers, books and on T-shirts. He has also exhibited his illustrations in both solo and group shows in the U.K, Europe and America. His first picture book,The Bear and the Piano, won the Waterstones Prize and has sold in 12 languages. David lives in Bedford with his family.

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