Dormouse Has a Cold

What do our readers think of Dormouse Has a Cold? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the friendly animals, bouncy rhymes and the chance to lift the flaps to find surprises. They especially like seeing Dormouse cared for by Doctor Stoat and her friends before joining the cheerful trip to Acorn Fair.

What does the Pageticker team say about Dormouse Has a Cold?

We love the cosy, reassuring feel of this interactive Acorn Wood story, where Dormouse’s cold is met with kindness, care and plenty of gentle fun. The sturdy lift-the-flaps and bouncy rhymes make it especially appealing for younger children, while the visit to Acorn Fair adds a cheerful sense of adventure. A good choice for toddlers and preschoolers, although children who are worried about illness may appreciate sharing it with a reassuring adult.

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What is Dormouse Has a Cold about?

Dormouse isn’t feeling well – she’s full of sneezes and snuffles! Luckily, Doctor Stoat is here to help, and soon her friends arrive to cheer her up. Little readers can lift the flaps to discover surprises and see how Dormouse starts to feel better. Join Dormouse and her friends for cosy fun and a delightful trip to Acorn Fair in this warm, interactive tale from the creators of The Gruffalo.

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 Dormouse Has a Cold

Helping a friend: How do Doctor Stoat and Dormouse’s friends help her feel better, and what could you do to cheer up someone who is poorly?

Going to the doctor: What do you think Dormouse might be feeling before and after seeing Doctor Stoat?

Small surprises: Which lift-the-flap surprise do you enjoy most, and how do the surprises help tell the story?

Feeling better: What helps Dormouse begin to feel better, and what helps you when you are tired, sad or unwell?

A day at Acorn Fair: If you could join Dormouse and her friends at Acorn Fair, what would you most like to see or do?