Tom Gates: Family, Friends and Furry Creatures My School Project

What do our readers think of Tom Gates: Family, Friends and Furry Creatures My School Project? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find the book funny, easy to read and full of entertaining doodles, family discoveries and silly moments such as Tom’s squeaky shoes. Some children feel that the story is less exciting than other Tom Gates books and can seem a little limited because it focuses so closely on the school project.

What does the Pageticker team say about Tom Gates: Family, Friends and Furry Creatures My School Project?

We love the way Liz Pichon combines laugh-out-loud humour, lively doodles and an accessible diary-style format to create the well-known Tom Gates series. In this book, Tom’s family-tree project leads to funny discoveries about family, friendship and the everyday dramas of school, while the squeaky-shoe mystery adds extra silliness. A strong choice for independent readers aged 8–13, especially those who enjoy illustrated books, though the loose structure and frequent visual jokes may not suit children looking for a more traditional adventure.

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What is Tom Gates: Family, Friends and Furry Creatures My School Project about?

Tom Gates is on a mission to complete his school project on family trees. As he delves into his family's past, he uncovers surprising facts, like how his parents met over a piece of cake. Along the way, Tom's quirky doodles and humorous observations bring his discoveries to life. But amidst the family tales, a mysterious squeaking sound from his shoes adds to the fun. Join Tom in this laugh-out-loud adventure filled with family, friends, and furry creatures.

About the author

Liz Pichon is a brilliant British author and illustrator, best known for her funny and creative Tom Gates series. Her books are full of doodles, jokes, and school adventures that lots of children enjoy. Liz loves drawing and coming up with new ideas to make reading fun for everyone!

Discussion ideas around Tom Gates: Family, Friends and Furry Creatures My School Project

Family stories: Why do you think Tom becomes interested in finding out more about his family, and what can family stories teach us about the people we know?

Funny discoveries: Which discovery or family detail seems funniest or most surprising, and how does it change the way Tom sees his family?

School projects: If you had to create a project about your family, friends or a favourite interest, what would you include and how would you make it entertaining?

Doodles and storytelling: How do Tom’s drawings, labels and different styles of writing help to show his personality and make the story funnier?

Friends and names: What do the jokes about names and nicknames reveal about Tom’s friendships, and when can a nickname be funny or unkind?