Tom Gates: Super Good Skills (Almost...)

What do our readers think of Tom Gates: Super Good Skills (Almost...)? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny story, lively illustrations, doodles and activities, and many find Tom’s family mishaps entertaining. Some children find the messy diary style or Tom’s repeated teasing and excuses tiring, especially if they prefer a more organised main character.

What does the Pageticker team say about Tom Gates: Super Good Skills (Almost...)?

We love the lively mix of diary-style storytelling, doodles, jokes and activities, which in this instalment makes Tom’s boring family holiday feel full of possibilities. Tom’s cheeky schemes and rivalry with Delia create plenty of laughs, while the book’s visual format suits children who enjoy illustrated stories or find long blocks of text off-putting. Tom’s behaviour is mischievous rather than exemplary, but the overall tone is warm, creative and good-humoured.

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What is Tom Gates: Super Good Skills (Almost...) about?

Tom Gates is off on a family holiday, but the campsite is super boring! Luckily, Tom has plenty of doodles, jokes, and creative ideas to keep him entertained (and to annoy his big sister, Delia). Join Tom as he finds fun in unexpected places, tries out new skills, and turns every day into an adventure. Packed with hilarious illustrations and activities, this book is perfect for fans of funny stories and brilliant doodling.

About the author

Liz Pichon is a brilliant British author and illustrator, best known for her funny and creative Tom Gates series. Her books are full of doodles, jokes, and school adventures that lots of children enjoy. Liz loves drawing and coming up with new ideas to make reading fun for everyone!

Discussion ideas around Tom Gates: Super Good Skills (Almost...)

Making your own fun: How does Tom turn an unexciting holiday into an adventure, and what could you do if you found yourself somewhere boring?

Skills and confidence: Which of Tom’s skills seem genuinely useful, and which ones are more silly or surprising? What skill would you like to improve?

Sibling relationships: Why do Tom and Delia annoy each other so much, and what might help them get along better?

Holiday expectations: What happens when a holiday is different from what someone expects, and can an unexpected problem sometimes lead to a better story?