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Snug

By Michael Morpurgo
Series: Little Gems
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Snug by Michael Morpurgo is a heartwarming children's story that follows Jack, a young boy who forms a special bond with his grandfather as they work together to build a cosy, perfect den known as "Snug." As they immerse themselves in this project, Jack learns important life lessons and discovers the power of imagination and family connections. This gentle tale explores themes of love, creativity, and the simple joys of spending time with loved ones.
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This charming children's book is perfect for young readers who enjoy heartwarming tales with delightful animal characters and gentle life lessons. Its engaging storytelling style and rich illustrations make it an inviting read for bedtime or quiet afternoons, offering a lovely escape into an imaginative world.

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Lisa and her cat Snug are inseparable. until the day Snug disappears. A brilliant story from a master of the animal tale.

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Lisa and her cat Snug are inseparable…until the day Snug disappears. A charming countryside tale from the master of the animal tale.


Wherever Lisa goes, her cat Snug follows. But as Snug grows up he spends more time away from home and one night comes home all beaten up. A beautifully illustrated and delightful story about animals and friendship.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781122860

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Faye Hanson

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 168.0mm

Weight: 140g

Pages: 96

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Dyslexia-Friendly Books Michael Morpurgo Series: Little Gems Young Adult

About the Author

Michael Morpurgo OBE is one of the UK's best-loved authors for children and young people. He was the third UK Children's Laureate and he has won the Children's Book Award, the Nestle Children's Book Prize and the Blue Peter Book of the Year Award. There have been many stage and screen adaptations of his books, including a major film and award-winning stage play based on War Horse. Michael also set up the charity Farms for City Children with his wife Clare.

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