The Runaway Pancake
By Mairi Mackinnon
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Synopsis
When seven hungry children eagerly await their breakfast, a lively pancake leaps from the pan and rolls away, determined to avoid being eaten. As it speeds through the countryside, it encounters a series of animals—a dog, a rabbit, a duck, a cat, a goat, and a fox—all eager to catch it. But the pancake is too quick for them all. Will it manage to escape everyone, or will its adventure end unexpectedly?
About the author
Mairi Mackinnon is a writer who loves creating stories and retelling classic tales for children. She has written many books for Usborne, including delightful versions of well-known fairy tales and fables. Mairi enjoys making reading fun and exciting, helping children discover the magic of stories and the joy of learning new things.
Pages
48 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
Published
2006
Community rating
Average score: 4.75
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