Meet the Mubbles

What do our readers think of Meet the Mubbles? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the bright colours, funny characters and silly surprises, and many find the comic-style pages easy and exciting to follow. They especially like the songs and interactive extras, although some children may find the story’s wonderfully strange world a little confusing at first.

What does the Pageticker team say about Meet the Mubbles?

We loved the bright, energetic artwork and the Mubbles’ wonderfully odd world, where songs, surprises and comic-style storytelling make every page inviting. Its themes of curiosity, teamwork and acceptance make it a cheerful choice for early readers, while the QR-linked songs and activities offer extra fun for families who are happy to use digital content alongside the book.

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What is Meet the Mubbles about?

On the vibrant Isle of Smile, the Mubbles—Bash, Dash, Cheery, and friends—cherish their harmonious life. Their routine is upended when the Uncertain Curtain reveals a peculiar ball with a tempting 'Don't Touch' button. Curiosity leads them on an unexpected adventure, testing their resolve and teamwork. This lively graphic novel, filled with colourful characters and whimsical surprises, offers young readers a delightful journey into the imaginative world of the Mubbles.

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 Meet the Mubbles

Curiosity and choices: Why do you think the Mubbles find the 'Don't Touch' button so hard to resist, and what would you do in their place?

Working together: How do the Mubbles help one another when their peaceful routine changes, and what makes teamwork successful?

A world of colour: Which part of the Isle of Smile would you most like to visit, and what would you add to make it even more fabulous?

Being different: The Mubbles all have their own looks and personalities. How does the story show that being different can make a community more interesting?

Imagination in everyday life: What ordinary object could become something magical in your imagination, and what adventure might it lead to?