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The Invisible Boy

By Sally Gardner

Adjectives

humorous heartwarming adventurous imaginative

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Humour

Synopsis

After his parents vanish during a space mission, young Sam is left in the care of the dreadful Hilda Hardbottom. One day, he discovers a tiny spaceship in the garden and befriends Splodge, a small alien with a love for ketchup and the ability to turn invisible. Together, they embark on a humorous and heartwarming adventure, using Sam's newfound invisibility to outwit Hilda and navigate the challenges they face.

About the author

Sally Gardner is a talented British author who loves to create magical and exciting stories for young readers. She is best known for her award-winning book 'Maggot Moon' and the delightful 'Wings & Co' series. Sally enjoys inspiring children to use their imaginations and believes that reading can open doors to amazing adventures.

Pages

107 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

2002

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