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There Was an Old Bloke Who Swallowed a Present

By P. Crumble
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There Was an Old Bloke Who Swallowed a Present, a delightful children's book, tells the whimsical story of an old man with a peculiar habit of swallowing various festive items. His journey through a series of humorous and unexpected adventures, centred around his quirky appetite, keeps young readers entertained and giggling throughout.
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You might enjoy this delightful book if you love rhythmic stories with a humorous twist and are looking for a fun, festive read for children. It offers a whimsical take on a classic tale, filled with unexpected surprises that will entertain young readers and inspire laughter. Perfect for sharing aloud during holiday seasons, its playful storyline and engaging illustrations make it an enchanting choice for family storytime.

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There was an old bloke who swallowed a present. I don't know why he swallowed a present ... now that’s not pleasant! The old bloke has swallowed one of Santa’s presents! Keep an eye on your Christmas tree and guard your stockings, because now he’s on the hunt for more Christmas snacks!

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There was an old bloke who swallowed a present. I don't know why he swallowed a present ... now that’s not pleasant!

The old bloke has swallowed one of Santa’s presents! Keep an eye on your Christmas tree and guard your stockings, because now he’s on the hunt for more Christmas snacks!

Discover the festive adventure in There Was an Old Bloke Who Swallowed a Present by P. Crumble.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781742762036

Publisher: Scholastic Australia

Format: Board book

Date Published: 01 October 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scholastic Australia

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Louis Shea
  • Illustrated by Louis Shea

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 167.0mm

Height: 175.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 22

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