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What Do People Do All Day?

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Packed with things to spot on every page, this picture book classic is beautiful, fun, and a favourite with children of all ages. Everyone is busy in Busytown – from train drivers to doctors, from mothers to sailors, in police stations and on fire engines. Follow... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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What Do People Do All Day?

Packed with things to spot on every page, this picture book classic is beautiful, fun and a favourite with children of all ages.

A favourite children’s picture book classic!

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Packed with things to spot on every page, this picture book classic is beautiful, fun, and a favourite with children of all ages.

Everyone is busy in Busytown – from train drivers to doctors, from mothers to sailors, in police stations and on fire engines. Follow lots of busy people working through their busy days!

What Do People Do All Day? captures the hustle and bustle of daily life, making it an engaging and delightful read for both children and adults alike.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008665371

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 May 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 220.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 540g

Pages: 64

About the Author

Born in Boston in 1919, Richard Scarry’s drawing talent led him to study at the Boston Museum School. He began his career in New York City as an illustrator and freelance artist, and in 1963 he published his first book, The Best Word Book Ever, which became an international best-seller. Born in Boston in 1919, Richard Scarry’s drawing talent led him to study at the Boston Museum School. He began his career in New York City as an illustrator and freelance artist, and in 1963 he published his first book, The Best Word Book Ever, which became an international best-seller.

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