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Don't You Dare Brush My Hair

By Rosie Greening

humorous imaginative entertaining

Pageticker community rating

Average score: 4.33

From 6 readers

What do our readers think of Don't You Dare Brush My Hair? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the silly things Clare puts in her hair, the colourful pictures and the chance to touch the book and spot favourite animals or treats. Some children find the touch-and-feel patches smaller than expected, but the funny story keeps them interested.

What does the Pageticker team say about Don't You Dare Brush My Hair?

Don't You Dare Brush My Hair is a gloriously silly celebration of messy hair, stubborn independence and the comic chaos of family life. Rosie Greening’s rhyming story and Lara Ede’s bright, funny illustrations make this a lively read-aloud, especially for children who regard hair-brushing as a personal attack. The touch-and-feel details add extra appeal, though adults may want to prepare for a few enthusiastic demands to inspect their own hair!

Genres

Humour Friendship/Family

What is Don't You Dare Brush My Hair about?

Clare adores her hair and fills it with all sorts of things—cats, snacks, and more! Despite its tangles and smells, she refuses to brush it, much to her parents' frustration. This humorous tale captures the challenges of parenting and will delight young readers with its comic moments.

About the author

Rosie Greening is a much-loved children's author from the UK. She has written lots of fun and imaginative books, including the popular 'Never Touch a...' series. Rosie enjoys creating stories that make children laugh and help them discover the joy of reading. Her books are filled with colourful characters and exciting adventures.

Discussion ideas around Don't You Dare Brush My Hair

Clare’s choices: Why do you think Clare refuses to brush her hair, even when it becomes tangled and smelly?

What belongs in hair?: Which things in Clare’s hair are funniest, and what surprising object would you never want to find in your own hair?

Family frustration: How do Clare’s parents feel about her hair, and how could they help without turning hair-brushing into an argument?

Messy or marvellous?: Can something be both messy and wonderful? Talk about a time when a mess led to fun.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2020

First published

2020

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