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The Downhill Crocodile Whizz

By Margaret Mahy

Adjectives

whimsical inventive humorous

Genres

Fantasy Humour Animals

Synopsis

In this delightful collection, a crocodile's roller-skating adventure leads to chaos, a girl with a magical green ear confronts a monstrous man-eating plant, and a pair of red 'memory' socks transports Mr Snowgrass to a school for clever boys while his son takes his place at International Grommets. Each tale brims with whimsy and unexpected twists, showcasing Margaret Mahy's inventive storytelling.

About the author

Margaret Mahy was a wonderful writer from New Zealand who imagined magical stories for children. She is famous for books such as 'The Haunting' and 'The Man Whose Mother Was a Pirate.' Margaret loved exploring fantasy and adventure, and her stories have delighted readers all over the world for many years.

Pages

104 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

1987

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