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Room on the broom in Scots

By Julia Donaldson

A witch’s missing treasures bring unexpected passengers—and a fiery danger to her broomstick ride.

rhyming · magical · humorous · heart-warming

Genres

Fantasy Animals Friendship/Family Poetry/Verse

What is Room on the broom in Scots about?

A witch and her cat set off on a windy broom ride, but the witch’s hat, bow and wand are swept away one by one. As helpful animals return each lost treasure, they each ask for a place on the broom. Soon the broom is carrying a whole collection of new friends. But when a fierce dragon appears, the witch and her animal companions must work together to escape danger and discover that there is strength in friendship.

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.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2014

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