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The Diddle That Dummed

By Kes Gray
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The intriguing world of The Diddle That Dummed by Kes Gray captivates young readers with a tale of an unexpected and quirky adventure. In this lively children's book, a playful mix of silly characters embarks on a journey filled with rhythm and rhyme, ensuring laughter and fun for all. As each page turns, young readers will delight in the vibrant illustrations and whimsical storytelling.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This delightful children's book might enchant you if you enjoy whimsical stories filled with rhythm and rhyme. It’s perfect for young readers who appreciate amusing characters and a lively plot. Crafted by Kes Gray, it offers engaging illustrations and a fun narrative that encourages imagination and giggles.

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The Diddle That Dummed

A laugh-out-loud musical story full of hilarious word play and silliness from the author of Oi Frog!

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A laugh-out-loud musical story full of hilarious word play and silliness from the author of Oi Frog!, brilliantly illustrated by Fred Blunt.

Flinty Bo Diddle is writing a tune for his fiddle. All his diddles have lined up nicely - except for one who keeps going DUM, right in the middle! No matter what he tries he just can't get this diddle to diddle like it's supposed to!

A story about standing out from the crowd that will have you in fits of giggles!

Kes Gray is the author of the top ten bestselling series Oi Frog and Friends, which has sold 1.4 million copies to date.

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The Diddle That Dummed is lauded as an inventive and delightful children's book, offering a musical extravaganza filled with humour and whimsy. It promises to keep young audiences entertained and laughing throughout the story.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444953688

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 June 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Fred Blunt

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 244.0mm

Height: 244.0mm

Weight: 168g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Kes Gray

About the Author

Kes Gray (Author)

Kes Gray is the bestselling author of the OI FROG AND FRIENDS series of books that has sold over 3 million copies and has been adapted into a theatre show. He is a multi-award-winning author with over 70 books published. He eats Ideaflakes for breakfast, spreads silliness on his toast and loves to write books that will make children laugh out loud. He has won the Sainsbury's Children's Book Award and the Laugh Out Loud Book Award and has been shortlisted for the British Book Awards. Kes is based in Essex.

Fred Blunt (Illustrator)

Fred never wanted to be an astronaut or drive a train when he grew up. Right from the beginning he knew he wanted to draw silly pictures for a living. Some decades later, he's living the dream! Fred has worked on all manner of projects, including editorial, advertising and designing animations for the BBC. He now works mostly in children's books, including his own Captain Falsebeard and the Knightmare series with Peter Bently.

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