The Gruffalo's Child

What do our readers think of The Gruffalo's Child? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny rhymes, colourful pictures and the Gruffalo’s child as a brave, exciting main character. Some children find the story a little repetitive or its darker moments slightly scary, especially when the mouse’s shadow appears.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Gruffalo's Child?

The Gruffalo’s Child is a wonderfully warm and witty adventure that proves even the bravest explorers can get a little frightened sometimes! Julia Donaldson’s irresistible rhymes and Axel Scheffler’s characterful illustrations make it perfect for reading aloud, while the clever little mouse once again shows that brains can triumph over brawn. We love its mixture of humour, suspense and imagination — a charming story that children will happily return to again and again.

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What is The Gruffalo's Child about?

On a snowy night, the Gruffalo’s curious child tiptoes into the deep, dark wood to find the legendary Big Bad Mouse. Along the way, she meets clever woodland creatures and a small mouse who seems harmless—until a giant, scary shadow appears! Could the Big Bad Mouse really be real? Join the Gruffalo’s child in this delightful, rhyming adventure full of suspense and surprise.

About the author

Julia Donaldson is a much-loved British author who has written many wonderful books for children. She is best known for creating 'The Gruffalo', a story about a clever mouse and a magical creature. Julia often works with illustrator Axel Scheffler to bring her fun and imaginative stories to life.

Discussion ideas around The Gruffalo's Child

Being brave: What makes the Gruffalo’s child brave, and when do you think she feels less sure of herself?

Stories and beliefs: How do the stories about the Big Bad Mouse affect the Gruffalo’s child, and why might someone believe a story without seeing the truth for themselves?

Clever thinking: Which character uses clever thinking best, and what could you do if you needed to solve a tricky problem?

Exploring safely: Why is the Gruffalo’s child keen to explore the deep, dark wood, and how could she make her adventure safer?

Shadows and imagination: How can a shadow make something seem different from what it really is, and what other things can our imaginations change?