The Gruffalo and the Gruffalo's Child
By Julia Donaldson
When the Gruffalo’s child braves the snowy forest, could the Big Bad Mouse be real?
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What is The Gruffalo and the Gruffalo's Child about?
In these two captivating tales, a clever mouse outwits predators in the deep, dark wood by inventing a fearsome creature called the Gruffalo. Later, the Gruffalo's curious child ventures into the snowy forest, defying her father's warnings, to discover if the 'Big Bad Mouse' truly exists. Both stories, written in engaging rhymes and accompanied by enchanting illustrations, highlight themes of bravery and intelligence.
About the author
Julia Donaldson is a much-loved British author who has written many wonderful books for children. She is best known for creating 'The Gruffalo', a story about a clever mouse and a magical creature. Julia often works with illustrator Axel Scheffler to bring her fun and imaginative stories to life.
Pages
22 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2014
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