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Out and About A First Book of Poems

By Shirley Hughes

Through rain, sunshine, mist and snow, Katie and Olly discover magic in ordinary days.

lively warm playful observant

Genres

Poetry/Verse Nature Friendship/Family

What is Out and About A First Book of Poems about?

Katie and her little brother Olly discover the pleasures of being out and about in every season. They splash through rain, feel the wind, enjoy bright sunshine and marvel at mist and snow. Their adventures take them from the seaside to the garden, while everyday experiences include play, family life and even being poorly in bed. Shirley Hughes’s warm, lively poems celebrate the sights, sounds and feelings of childhood, accompanied by charming illustrations full of energy, humour and detail.

About the author

Shirley Hughes was a much-loved British author and illustrator, famous for her beautiful picture books. She created the popular Alfie series, which follows the adventures of a little boy and his family. Shirley's warm stories and gentle drawings have made her books favourites for children and families all around the UK.

Pages

56 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2016

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