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The Gruffalo Little Library

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The Gruffalo Little Library by Julia Donaldson is a delightful collection of board books that introduces young readers to the magical world of the Gruffalo. Each book features different woodland creatures and the clever mouse who outwits its potential predators. The stories are filled with rhymes and enchanting illustrations, making them perfect for young children.
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This delightful set of four board books is perfect for young children who love imaginative tales about woodland creatures. You might enjoy these stories if you are looking for a fun, engaging way to introduce your child to storytelling and rhythm. Filled with charming illustrations and playful rhymes, it is ideal for encouraging early reading skills and nurturing a love for books.

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The Gruffalo Little Library

Four chunky board books in a miniature slipcase, based on the bestselling picture book classic, The Gruffalo, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Four chunky board books in a miniature slipcase, based on the bestselling picture book classic, The Gruffalo, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

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Join all of your favourite characters from the deep dark wood and learn about colours, numbers, opposites and animals in these four fun board books based on the bestselling picture book, The Gruffalo, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Perfect for young gruffalo fans, The Gruffalo Little Library is part of an exciting range of books for toddlers, featuring Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's iconic creation, the Gruffalo. Specially designed to appeal to even the youngest child, simple patterns and bright colours combine with Axel Scheffler's instantly recognizable artwork to keep preschool children entertained for hours. Also available in the My First Gruffalo series: The Gruffalo Touch and Feel Book and The Gruffalo Puppet Book.

Series: My First Gruffalo

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The Gruffalo Little Library, authored by Julia Donaldson, is celebrated for its charming and engaging storytelling ideal for young readers. Reviewers often praise its compact nature, perfect for little hands, and the vibrant illustrations that captivate children's imaginations. The set is frequently highlighted for its playful and educational content, making it a favourite among parents seeking to nurture their child's love for reading.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529074208

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Multiple-component retail product

Date Published: 06 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Axel Scheffler
  • Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 56.0mm

Width: 96.0mm

Height: 93.0mm

Weight: 314g

About the Author

Julia Donaldson is the author of some of the world's best-loved children's books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, which together have sold over 27.5 million copies worldwide, and the hugely successful What the Ladybird Heard adventures. Julia also writes fiction, including the Princess Mirror-Belle books illustrated by Lydia Monks, as well as poems, plays and songs - and her brilliant live shows are always in demand. She was Children's Laureate 2011-13 and has been honoured with a CBE for Services to Literature. Julia and her husband Malcolm divide their time between West Sussex and Edinburgh. Axel Scheffler is a star illustrator whose instantly recognizable, warm and witty illustrations have achieved worldwide acclaim and numerous awards. Axel is the illustrator of some of the world's best-loved picture books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child. In addition to his picture books, Axel illustrates wonderful novelty and gift books for Macmillan, such as the bestselling The Bedtime Bear, The Tickle Book and Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes. He is also the illustrator of the popular Pip and Posy series, and other books with Julia Donaldson including The Ugly Five. Axel was the winner of the Illustrator of the Year award in 2018. Born in Hamburg, Axel now lives with his family in London.

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