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Underpants for Ants

By Russell Punter
Series: Phonics Readers
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Underpants for Ants by Russell Punter is a delightful children's story about a well-meaning goat named Nan who runs a small shop. She faces an amusing challenge when a colony of ants requests custom-sized underpants. This fun tale combines rhymes and vibrant illustrations, perfect for young readers exploring themes of creativity and problem-solving.
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You might enjoy this delightful tale if you're looking for a charming and humorous children's book with hilarious rhymes and vibrant illustrations. This story of tiny ants in need of underpants is perfect for young readers, sparking giggles and imagination with its creative plot and endearing characters.

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This funny story is told with rhythmic text and phonic repetition, and is suitable for reading aloud or beginner readers.



Helps young children learn to recognise the basic sounds that make up the English language - vital for learning to read.

the friendly mouse uses her knitting skills to help the chilly ants.

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This funny story is told with rhythmic text and phonic repetition, and is suitable for reading aloud or beginner readers.
A humorously illustrated picture book for beginner readers - great fun to read aloud together. The ants are feeling a bit chilly - can Mouse help with her knitting skills? With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition specially designed to develop essential language and early reading skills. Also includes guidance notes for parents at the back of the book.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781409557449

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 July 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Fred Blunt

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 211.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 110g

Pages: 24

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Education & Reference Russell Punter Series: Phonics Readers

About the Author

Russell Punter was born in Bedfordshire, England. As a boy he enjoyed writing and illustrating his own stories. He later trained as a graphic designer before entering publishing. Since then, he has written over ninety books for children, including original fiction and adaptations of classic novels

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