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Mr. Quiet

By Roger Hargreaves

Adjectives

gentle heartwarming relatable

Genres

Humour Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Mr. Quiet lives in Loudland, where everything is noisy, making him feel out of place. His soft-spoken nature leads to difficulties, as shopkeepers can't hear his whispers and refuse to serve him. One day, he receives an invitation from Mr. Happy to visit Happyland. There, Mr. Quiet finds a peaceful environment and a job in a library, where quietness is valued. This new setting brings him joy and a sense of belonging.

About the author

Roger Hargreaves was a British author and illustrator best known for creating the much-loved Mr. Men and Little Miss books. His colourful characters, like Mr. Tickle and Little Miss Sunshine, have entertained children all over the world. Roger enjoyed making stories that were fun, easy to read, and full of imagination.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2009

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