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Shelly Hen Lays Eggs

Series: Follow My Food
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Shelly Hen Lays Eggs by Deborah Chancellor is a delightful children's book that follows the routine and adventures of Shelly, a charming hen, as she goes about her day laying eggs. The story explores her interactions with her farmyard friends, providing young readers with a gentle introduction to life on a farm. Engaging illustrations accompany the simple narrative, making it both educational and entertaining for young children.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love charming tales about farm life and enjoy stories that teach kids about the wonders of nature and patience. It's perfect for young readers who are curious about where eggs come from and want to follow the engaging journey of a plucky hen.

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Shelly Hen Lays Eggs

A little boy watches Shelly Hen as she feeds on bugs in the grass, chats to her friends and settles down in the nesting box to lay an egg. With extra information, a quiz and a recipe.

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Age range 3 to 6

A little boy watches Shelly Hen as she feeds on bugs in the grass, chats to her friends and settles down in the nesting box to lay an egg.

Complete with a fun quiz and information section, this book is intended to show very young children where eggs come from and how chickens live.

The bright illustrations and short bursts of clear text make this a good book to use in EYFS to help explain where our food comes from. - School Librarian

A welcome addition to the nonfiction bookshelves; the additional information will extend children's understanding in KS1. - Just Imagine

Series: Follow My Food

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Shelly Hen Lays Eggs by Deborah Chancellor is praised for its engaging illustrations and informative content, making it an excellent resource for younger readers curious about the origins of food and animal care on farms. Reviewers highlight its usefulness in early years educational settings, providing a narrative non-fiction introduction to sustainability and the importance of eggs in a balanced diet. The book is noted for its bright illustrations and a fun, interactive section that enhances learning.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781915252142

Publisher: Scallywag Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Scallywag Press

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Julia Groves

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Deborah Chancellor has written over a hundred books for children, from toddlers to teenagers. She lives with her family in Saffron Walden, Essex. Julia Groves has designed and illustrated a range of baby books and picture books for Childsplay. She lives with her family in Norfolk.

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