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There Was an Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe

Name: There Was an Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe
ISBN: 9781780657783

By Kate Toms

When their car breaks down, the shoe-dwelling family discovers a surprising new way to travel together.

charming resourceful heartwarming

Genres

Fairy Tales Friendship/Family

What is There Was an Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe about?

Join the delightful old woman who lives in a shoe as she lovingly cares for her lively household of children and pets. Together, they embark on creative adventures, fixing broken furniture, finding inventive ways to travel when their car breaks down, and transforming worn clothes with colourful patches. This charming tale celebrates resourcefulness, teamwork, and the joy of family life.

About the author

Kate Toms is a talented author and illustrator who loves creating fun and heart-warming stories for children. She is well known for her charming book 'The Little Red Hen' and her playful rhymes. Kate’s delightful stories and cheerful pictures make her books a favourite with young readers and their families.

Pages

28 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2013

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