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The Magic Bed

By John Burningham

Adjectives

imaginative whimsical adventurous enchanting

Genres

Fantasy Adventure

What is The Magic Bed about?

When Georgie outgrows his baby bed, he selects a second-hand one that the shopkeeper claims is magical. Each night, by uttering a special word, Georgie embarks on extraordinary adventures—swimming with dolphins, encountering gnomes, and facing pirates. However, after a family holiday, Georgie returns to find his beloved bed replaced, leading to an unexpected surprise from Granny.

About the author

John Burningham was a much-loved British author and illustrator of children's books. He is famous for creating wonderful stories filled with imagination and humour. One of his most popular books is 'Mr Gumpy's Outing', where children and animals join Mr Gumpy on a fun boat trip. His colourful pictures and playful stories have delighted readers for years.

Pages

40 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Edition published

2004

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