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Daft Jack and the Bean Stack

Name: Daft Jack and the Bean Stack
ISBN: 9781841214085

By Laurence Anholt

A silly cow swap sparks a lucky-bean adventure—but what surprises are hiding inside?

humorous whimsical entertaining

Genres

Humour Fairy Tales

What is Daft Jack and the Bean Stack about?

Daft Jack is a bit of a silly-billy. When he trades his family's cow for a tin of baked beans, his mother is furious. But their luck changes when they discover it's a lucky bean tin, leading them on an unexpected adventure filled with surprises and laughter.

About the author

Laurence Anholt is a popular British author and illustrator who has written many books for children. His stories are often funny, warm, and full of adventure. One of his well-known series is the 'Anholt’s Artists' books, which introduce famous artists to young readers in a fun and friendly way.

Pages

64 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2002

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