Don't Forget The Bacon

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Don't Forget the Bacon by Pat Hutchins is a delightful children's story about a young boy sent on an errand by his mother to purchase several items at the shop. However, as he repeats the list of things he needs to buy, distractions along the way cause him to jumble the list in amusing ways. The clever and lively storytelling makes for a playful adventure in memory and mishap.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This delightful children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy entertaining tales about memory and responsibility. It playfully explores the challenges of remembering a simple shopping list, making it relatable and humorous for young readers. With vibrant illustrations and a rhythmic narrative, it's perfect for a fun and educational read with children.

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Don't Forget The Bacon

'Six farm eggs, a cake for tea, a pound of pears and don't forget the bacon. 'A young boy sets out to do the shopping, determined to remember his simple list but as the sights and sounds of town distract him he finds himself in a terrible muddle.

A classic Pat Hutchins delight.

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A classic Pat Hutchins delight.

Don't Forget The Bacon follows a young boy as he sets out to do the shopping, determined to remember his simple list: six farm eggs, a cake for tea, a pound of pears and don't forget the bacon. However, as the sights and sounds of town distract him, he finds himself in a terrible muddle.

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Don't Forget The Bacon by Pat Hutchins is a beloved children's book praised for its charming and humorous narrative. Reviewers often highlight its engaging storyline about a shopping trip where a boy must remember a list of items, including bacon. The book is appreciated for its vibrant illustrations and relatable theme of memory and forgetfulness, which resonates well with young readers and their families.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780099413981

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 January 2002

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Red Fox

Illustration: 32

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 204.0mm

Height: 251.0mm

Weight: 154g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Pat Hutchins has always loved drawing and at the age of 16 won a scholarship to Darlington Art School. She is now one of the most popular picture book creators in the world with over 30 children's books published after the success of her classic Rosie's Walk.

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