The Gumby Shop

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What is The Gumby Shop about?

Welcome to the Gumby Shop, where the toys are wonderfully bendy and nothing stays quite the same for long. A curious visitor explores the shelves and discovers a shop full of surprises, silly shapes and playful possibilities. As the fun unfolds, ordinary objects become unexpected characters, turning a simple shopping trip into a lively adventure. With its repeating language, cheerful humour and imaginative pictures, this short story invites young readers to join in and guess what might happen next.

About the author

Joy Cowley is a much-loved author from New Zealand, known for her fun and imaginative stories. She has written hundreds of books for children, including the popular 'Mrs Wishy-Washy' series. Joy loves to inspire young readers with her creative tales and hopes everyone enjoys reading as much as she enjoys writing.