The Paper Dolls

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The Paper Dolls by Julia Donaldson is a delightful children's story about a little girl who creates a chain of paper dolls with her mother's help. The dolls embark on imaginative adventures, encountering various creatures and challenges. Through vivid storytelling and enchanting illustrations, the book celebrates creativity, family bonds, and the power of imagination.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this enchanting children's story if you appreciate imaginative tales filled with adventure and creativity. Ideal for young readers, it captures the magic of childhood through rhyming prose and charming illustrations, celebrating themes of memory, family, and resilience.

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The Paper Dolls

The breathtakingly beautiful story of one little girl and her five paper dolls, from the creators of The Everywhere Bear.

The breathtakingly beautiful story of one little girl and her five paper dolls.

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The breathtakingly beautiful story of one little girl and her five paper dolls.

A string of paper dolls go on a fantastical adventure through the house and out into the garden. They soon escape the clutches of the toy dinosaur and the snapping jaws of the oven-glove crocodile, but then a very real pair of scissors threatens.

A stunning, rhythmical story of childhood, memory and the power of imagination from the author of The Gruffalo, and new illustrating talent Rebecca Cobb.

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The Paper Dolls by Julia Donaldson is praised for its seemingly simple story that reveals deeper layers upon each read. Reviewers commend Rebecca Cobb's illustrations for capturing the essence of childhood joy and contributing to the book's magical quality. The story's ending, which conveys a comforting message about the persistence of memories, resonates with both children and adults, creating a lasting impression.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781447220145

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 June 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books

Edition: Illustrated edition

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Rebecca Cobb
  • Illustrated by Rebecca Cobb

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 217.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 164g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Julia Donaldson is the outrageously talented, prize-winning author of the world's most-loved picture books and the UK Children's Laureate. Rebecca Cobb is a rising star in children's picture books. Since graduating from Falmouth College of Arts in 2004, Rebecca has illustrated for many clients including The Guardian Guide and The Independent.

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