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The Jolly Postman or Other People's Letters
Series: The Jolly Postman
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See moreThe Jolly Postman delivers cards and letters to various fairy-tale characters. He has a letter of apology for the three bears from Goldilocks, a postcard from Jack for the giant, a solicitor's letter on behalf of Little Red Riding-Hood for the wolf who ate grandma, and so on.
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Once upon a bicycle, so they say, the Jolly Postman came one day...
Join the Jolly Postman on his rounds as he delivers cards and letters to various fairy-tale characters. He has a letter of apology for the three bears from Goldilocks, a postcard from Jack for the giant, a solicitor's letter on behalf of Little Red Riding-Hood for the wolf who ate grandma, and more!
This classic and innovative story includes six envelopes with pull-out letters and cards.
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The Jolly Postman or Other People's Letters
Once upon a bicycle, so they say, the Jolly Postman came one day... Join the Jolly Postman on his rounds as he delivers cards and letters to various fairy-tale characters. He has a letter of apology for the three bears from Goldilocks, a postcard from Jack for the giant, a solicitor's letter on behalf of Little Red Riding-Hood for the...Hardback$3000Elsewhere:$3400Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Jolly Christmas Postman
A Christmas bestseller for over 20 years! Janet and Allan Ahlberg at their very best. Discover the magical Christmas story! The Jolly Christmas Postman has been delighting children for generations, making it the perfect book to share on Christmas Eve! The Jolly Postman has a busy day ahead. It's Christmas Eve in Fairy-Tale Land and there's plenty of post for...HardbackSold Out
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The Jolly Postman or Other People's Letters by Allan Ahlberg and Janet Ahlberg is beloved for its charming blend of storytelling and whimsical illustrations. Reviews praise its interactive format, which includes actual letters and postcards, engaging children with its playful narrative and hands-on experience. Readers appreciate the clever use of fairy tale characters in its unique narrative style, often highlighting the book as a delightful choice for both reading and play.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780670886241
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 30 September 1999
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Puffin
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 12.0mm
Width: 204.0mm
Height: 265.0mm
Weight: 472g
Pages: 48
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Series: The Jolly Postman
About the Author
Janet and Allan Ahlberg created some of the world's most popular picture books, including EACH PEACH PEAR PLUM and THE JOLLY CHRISTMAS POSTMAN, both winners of the Greenaway Medal, and THE BABY'S CATALOGUE, inspired by their daughter Jessica. Janet died in 1994 and Allan, a former teacher, now lives in London.
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