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Mad About Minibeasts!

By Giles Andreae
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Mad About Minibeasts! by Giles Andreae is a delightful children's book that brings the enchanting world of minibeasts to life through playful rhymes and vivid illustrations. Each page introduces a different insect or small creature, combining fun facts with imaginative storytelling. It's an engaging and educational read that captivates young readers, fostering a love for nature and curiosity about the tiny critters in their world.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you are fascinated by the world of insects and small creatures. With its engaging rhymes and vibrant illustrations, it is perfect for young readers who love to explore nature and discover the wonders of garden wildlife.

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This brilliantly beastly bouncy rhyming romp from Giles Andreae and David Wojtowycz will delight the many fans of this bestselling duo. From slugs and snails to bustling beetles and beautiful butterflies, these rhymes are full of humour and great to read aloud. The bright, distinctive artwork is full of child appeal.

Come into the garden for lots of noisy, rhyming creepy-crawly fun from the creators of Rumble in the Jungle and Commotion in the Ocean.

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This brilliantly beastly bouncy rhyming romp from Giles Andreae and David Wojtowycz will delight the many fans of this bestselling duo.

From slugs and snails to bustling beetles and beautiful butterflies, these rhymes are full of humour and great to read aloud.

The bright, distinctive artwork is full of child appeal.

Mad About Minibeasts! captures the joy and wonder of the tiny creatures that inhabit our world, combining fun and learning in equal measure.

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Mad About Minibeasts! by Giles Andreae is celebrated for its lively and rhythmic depiction of various creepy-crawly creatures, delivering an engaging and colourful romp that captivates young audiences. With big, bold illustrations and playful rhymes, the book provides both entertainment and an introductory exploration of the natural world, making it a great choice for shared reading.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408309476

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 October 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orchard Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by David Wojtowycz
  • Illustrated by David Wojtowycz

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 238.0mm

Height: 302.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Giles Andreae is the hugely successful, immensely talented author behind numerous award-winning children's books, including the immensely popular and successful Giraffes Can't Dance. He is also the creator of the well-known Purple Ronnie and Edward Monkton poetry ranges. Giles lives in London and Oxford.

David Wojtowycz is a talented artist and designer. Giles and David have collaborated on several bestselling picture book titles, including Dinosaurs Galore!, Rumble in the Jungle, Commotion in the Ocean and The Lion Who Wanted to Love, which won the Children's Book Award. He divides his time between London and Berlin.

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