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Three Billy Goats Gruff

By Clare Fennell and Nick Page

Three brave goats face a hungry troll—but who will cross the bridge first?

playful · lively · clever · traditional

Genres

Fairy Tales Animals Adventure

What is Three Billy Goats Gruff about?

Three Billy Goats Gruff want to reach the green hillside to enjoy the tasty grass, but a hungry troll lurks beneath the bridge. One by one, the goats must cross the stream and find a clever way to outwit him. With repeated phrases, simple phonics-friendly language and lively illustrations, this retelling brings the familiar fairy tale to life while encouraging children to read along and join in with the story.

About the author

Clare Fennell is a talented illustrator and author who loves creating bright and cheerful pictures for children’s books. Her unique style often uses collage and fun patterns. Clare has helped bring many stories to life, including the much-loved book 'The Very Noisy Jungle'. She is passionate about inspiring young readers with her colourful artwork.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2013

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