Kipper's Toybox

What do our readers think of Kipper's Toybox? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny mystery, colourful pictures and counting the toys with Kipper. They especially like spotting the hidden clues and joining in as the surprising problem is solved.

What does the Pageticker team say about Kipper's Toybox?

We enjoy the way this playful counting story turns a familiar toybox into a gentle mystery, with visual clues for children to spot in the illustrations. Kipper’s puzzled reactions are warm and funny, making this a good choice for shared reading, counting practice and conversations about noticing details.

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What is Kipper's Toybox about?

Kipper the dog notices a hole in his toybox and starts counting his toys, only to find the numbers keep changing. Puzzled, he investigates and discovers that mischievous mice have been sneaking into his toybox, leading to a delightful surprise. This charming tale combines counting with a fun mystery, perfect for young readers.

About the author

Mick Inkpen is a much-loved British author and illustrator who creates delightful books for children. He is best known for his stories about Kipper the dog and Wibbly Pig, which have made children smile all over the world. Mick’s gentle stories and charming pictures make reading fun and inspire a love of books.

Discussion ideas around Kipper's Toybox

Counting surprises: Why do you think Kipper keeps getting a different number when he counts his toys?

Looking closely: Which clues in the pictures help you work out what is happening before Kipper does?

Kipper’s feelings: How does Kipper feel at different points in the story, and what makes his feelings change?

Sharing a home: What might Kipper and the mice need to do to live happily together?

Toyboxes and treasures: Which toy would you keep in your own toybox, and why would it be special to you?