The snail house
By Allan Ahlberg
A bedtime story shrinks three siblings into a snail’s shell—but what awaits beyond their tiny new home?
Genres
What is The snail house about?
When Grandma begins a bedtime story, Michael, Hannah and their baby brother are whisked into a wonderfully tiny world. They shrink so small that a snail’s shell becomes their new home. Living among the grass and garden creatures, the children discover hidden places, unexpected dangers and the comforts of home in an unusual shelter. With Grandma’s storytelling guiding them, this gentle fantasy celebrates imagination, family and the magical possibilities waiting in the smallest corners of the world.
About the author
Allan Ahlberg is a much-loved British author who has written many fun and imaginative books for children. He is famous for stories like 'Peepo!' and 'Each Peach Pear Plum', which he often created with his wife, Janet. Allan’s books are known for their clever rhymes, gentle humour, and wonderful illustrations.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2000
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