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A Squash and a Squeeze

By Julia Donaldson
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A Squash and a Squeeze by Julia Donaldson is a delightful children's story about a little old lady who feels her house is too small. As she seeks advice from a wise old man, she's encouraged to bring various animals inside her home. Through this humorous process, she learns to appreciate her living space in a new way.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This delightful children's book might appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming tales with a touch of humour and a clever moral. With Julia Donaldson's engaging rhymes and enchanting illustrations, it's perfect for young readers who love stories about appreciating what they have and seeing life from a new perspective.

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A Squash and a Squeeze

The thrilling tale of a tiny snail and a great big grey-blue humpback whale...

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Wise old man, won't you help me, please? My house is a squash and squeeze.

A little old lady lives all by herself in her house but she's not happy - it's just too small, even for one. Whatever can she do? The wise old man knows: bring in a flappy, scratchy, greedy, noisy crowd of farmyard animals. When she pushes them all out again, she'll be amazed at how big her house feels!

The brilliantly funny A Squash and a Squeeze was the first ever picture book written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. This edition features the classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans - big and small!

Also available with redesigned covers are The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle and Charlie Cook's Favourite Book.

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A Squash and a Squeeze is often praised for its humorous and engaging storytelling, captivating young readers who delight in its charming narrative. The book's whimsical rhymes and illustrations make it a favourite, with audiences frequently asking for repeat readings due to its entertaining nature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781509804788

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 April 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Axel Scheffler
  • Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 225.0mm

Height: 278.0mm

Weight: 184g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Julia Donaldson

About the Author

Julia Donaldson is the outrageously talented, prize-winning author of the world's best-loved picture books, and was the 2011-2013 UK Children's Laureate. Her books include Room on the Broom, What the Ladybird Heard and the modern classic The Gruffalo, which has sold over 13.5 million copies worldwide and has been translated into over sixty languages. Julia also writes fiction as well as poems, plays and songs and her brilliant live children's shows are always in demand. Julia and her husband Malcolm divide their time between Sussex and Edinburgh. Axel Scheffler is a star illustrator whose instantly recognisable, warm and witty illustrations have achieved worldwide acclaim and numerous awards. In addition to his picture books, Axel is the illustrator of wonderful novelty and gift books for Macmillan, such as the bestselling The Bedtime Bear, The Tickle Book and Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes. He also illustrates the popular Pip and Posy series. Born in Hamburg, Axel now lives with his family in London.

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