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Help Around the House

from the Australian Children's Laureate for 2018 and 2019
By Morris Gleitzman
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Help Around the House by Morris Gleitzman is a heartwarming children's novel about a young boy named Ludo who moves to Canberra when his father is elected to parliament. Adjusting to a new life, Ludo sets out on a mission to help the community, tackling important issues with creativity and youthful determination. The story skilfully blends humour and a touch of adventure while addressing themes of family and responsibility.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories about young characters making a difference in the world around them. Set in a political environment, it follows a boy's journey to help his father who works in government, offering a unique blend of humour, family dynamics, and social awareness. Engaging for children, it encourages thoughtful consideration of community and responsibility.

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The funny and moving story of a boy and his friends never losing heart in a sometimes heartless world.

SHORTLISTED - REAL Children's Choice Awards 2019
NOTABLE BOOK - CBCA Book of the Year Awards 2019

Ludo helps other people. It's how he was brought up.

When Dad is elected to Federal Parliament, Ludo grabs the chance to make Australia an even better place. But he soon discovers it's not the homeless of the national capital who most need his help - it's the rich and powerful.

With a relatable and endearing main character and exploring important themes including homelessness, bullying, freedom of speech, and family, Help Around the House will inspire young readers to ask important questions about the world around them and encourage them to focus on what truly matters.

Get ready for a heart-warming, adventure-filled, and eye-opening read. Perfect for 8+ readers.

PRAISE FOR MORRIS GLEITZMAN

'Readers can't get enough of him.' The Independent

'A brilliantly funny writer' Sunday Telegraph

'A virtuoso demonstration of how you can make comedy out of the most unlikely subject' Sunday Times

'He is one of the finest examples of a writer who can make humour stem from the things that really matter in life.' The Guardian

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143793236

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 September 2018

Country: Australia

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 141.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 188g

Pages: 208

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Morris Gleitzman Penguin Books

About the Author

Morris Gleitzman grew up in England and came to Australia when he was sixteen. After university he worked for ten years as a screenwriter. Then he had a wonderful experience. He wrote a novel for young people. Now, after 44 books, he's one of Australia's most popular authors. He was appointed the Australian Children's Laureate for 2018-2019.

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