Oh No, George!

What do our readers think of Oh No, George!? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy George's funny mischief and find the repeated moments of trouble entertaining. They especially like joining in with the dramatic refrain and guessing what George might do next.

What does the Pageticker team say about Oh No, George!?

Oh No, George! turns the everyday struggle to behave into a brilliantly funny picture-book farce. Chris Haughton's bold, retro-style artwork and wonderfully repetitive text make George's disasters irresistible to share aloud, while the story leaves plenty of room to talk about temptation, choices and trying again. Best suited to young children who enjoy a little carefully contained chaos.

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What is Oh No, George! about?

George is a lovable dog who promises his owner, Harris, to be good while he's away. But when George encounters a tempting cake, a mischievous cat, and a garden full of flowers, resisting mischief becomes a challenge. Will George manage to behave, or will his impulses get the better of him? This delightful tale explores the struggle between good intentions and temptation, accompanied by vibrant illustrations that bring George's adventures to life.

About the author

Chris Haughton is an award-winning author and illustrator from Ireland. He is best known for his colourful and funny picture books, such as 'Oh No, George!' and 'Shh! We Have a Plan'. Chris loves creating stories that make children laugh and think, and his books are enjoyed by readers all around the world.

Discussion ideas around Oh No, George!

Trying to be good: George wants to behave but keeps meeting tempting things. What might make it hard to do the right thing?

Big feelings: How do you think George feels after he has made a mess, and what clues in the pictures help you decide?

Choices: If you were in George's place, what could you do when you saw something you really wanted?

Second chances: What does George's behaviour show about making mistakes and trying to make a better choice next time?

Funny pictures: Which colour, shape or expression makes George's adventures especially funny to you?