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Hairy Maclary and Friends: Six Rollicking Stories

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Hairy Maclary and Friends: Six Rollicking Stories by Lynley Dodd is a delightful collection of tales featuring the mischievous dog Hairy Maclary and his furry friends. Each story is filled with playful adventures and charming rhymes, perfect for young readers.
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You might enjoy this collection if you love heartwarming and playful stories starring a mischievous dog and his animal friends, filled with rhymes and vibrant illustrations. Perfect for reading aloud to young children, it promises fun adventures and plenty of laughs.

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Hairy Maclary and Friends: Six Rollicking Stories

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Dive into the delightful world of Lynley Dodd's beloved character in Hairy Maclary and Friends: Six Rollicking Stories. This special collection captures the adventures of the mischievous and loveable dog, Hairy Maclary, from Donaldson's Dairy, along with his myriad of furry and feathered friends.

The collection includes six charming tales:

  • Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy: Join Hairy Maclary as he sets off from his home on an adventurous wander through the neighbourhood, encountering various characters who each bring their own brand of charm and chaos.
  • Hairy Maclary's Bone: Watch as Hairy Maclary finds a great big bone and must figure out how to keep it safe from the greedy Tom cat, Scarface Claw.
  • Hairy Maclary's Caterwaul Caper: Hairy Maclary gets involved in puzzling antics with a noisy neighbourhood cat, leading to a series of laugh-out-loud moments.
  • Hairy Maclary's Showbusiness: Follow Hairy Maclary as he clandestinely participates in a local cat show with hilarious results as he disrupts the proceedings.
  • Hairy Maclary and Zachary Quack: Witness the unexpected friendship that forms between the boisterous puppy and the insistent little duckling, Zachary Quack.
  • Hairy Maclary's Hat Tricks: See Hairy Maclary as he turns into a performing superstar, showcasing his exceptional skills with a hat in front of an audience.

Lynley Dodd's enchanting rhymes and vibrant illustrations come together to create a world where adventures and friendships are just around the corner. Each story is filled with humour, heart, and a touch of suspense that will keep both children and adults thoroughly entertained.

This beautifully bound collection is a perfect gift for young readers and a wonderful addition to any family bookshelf. Whether you are a long-time fan or new to the series, Hairy Maclary and Friends: Six Rollicking Stories promises timeless enjoyment for all ages.

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Hairy Maclary and Friends: Six Rollicking Stories by Lynley Dodd is well-loved for its charming rhyme, playful illustrations, and engaging tales. Reviewers often highlight its appeal to young children and its delightful, whimsical characters. The stories are praised for their ability to entertain both kids and adults, making it a favourite bedtime read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143506256

Publisher: Penguin Group (NZ)

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 August 2014

Country: New Zealand

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 177.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 701g

Pages: 204

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About the Author

Lynley Dodd graduated from the Elam School of Art in Auckland with a diploma in Fine Arts, majoring in sculpture. She went on to teach art before taking a break to start a family. She began to work as a freelance illustrator and collaborated with author Eve Sutton on My Cat Likes To Hide in Boxes. There was no looking back as Lynley went on to write and illustrate her own books for children. Exuberant artwork and bouncy rhymes come together perfectly in books like Slinky Malinki and Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy. As well as being a visual delight, these are some of the most rewarding books for children and adults to read out loud. It comes as no surprise that, as a child, she adored Dr Seuss because of his 'crazy sounds and the fact that he took such liberties with the English language'. Other favourite authors included A A Milne and the fairy tales of The Grimm Brothers and Hans Christian Andersen. Today, Lynley is a big fan of Quentin Blake 'because of his humour and very clever art work'.

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