Dr Xargle's Book of Earthlets

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What is Dr Xargle's Book of Earthlets about?

Dr Xargle, an alien teacher, gives his class a lesson about the strange creatures called Earthlets: human babies. From their different colours to their puzzling habits, every detail is carefully explained from an extraterrestrial point of view. But Dr Xargle’s descriptions of nappies, feeding and baby care are hilariously mixed up, making ordinary family life seem wonderfully bizarre. With playful misunderstandings and witty observations, this funny picture book invites children to look at babies—and humans—in a completely new way.

About the author

Jeanne Willis is a brilliant British author who has written many funny and imaginative books for children. She is well known for stories like 'Tadpole’s Promise' and 'The Bog Baby'. Jeanne loves to make readers laugh and think with her clever characters and surprising tales. Her books are enjoyed by children all over the world.