Oi Aardvark!

What do our readers think of Oi Aardvark!? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny rhymes, colourful pictures and unusual animals, and many love joining in or guessing what comes next. Some children find the less familiar animal names tricky, while a few feel that the rhymes are not quite as funny as in earlier Oi books.

What does the Pageticker team say about Oi Aardvark!?

We love the lively rhymes, bright illustrations and wonderfully silly animal pairings in this energetic alphabet adventure. It is excellent for reading aloud, inviting children to join in with familiar patterns, guess the next rhyme and discover some unusual creatures. Some of the animal names and wordplay may be more enjoyable alongside adult explanation, especially for younger children, but this does provide some excellent discussion points.

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What is Oi Aardvark! about?

Get ready for giggles as you join the zany world of Oi Aardvark! Packed with playful rhymes and a parade of wacky animals from A to Z, this hilarious picture book invites children to guess which creatures sit on what. Full of energy and silly surprises, it’s perfect for reading aloud and sharing with friends. The fun never stops with the Oi Frog and Friends series!

About the author

Kes Gray is a much-loved British author who writes funny and imaginative books for children. He is best known for the 'Oi Frog!' and 'Daisy' series. Kes loves making children laugh with his clever wordplay and silly stories. His books are perfect for anyone who enjoys a good giggle and a brilliant adventure.

Discussion ideas around Oi Aardvark!

Silly places to sit: Which animal’s sitting place makes you laugh most, and what funny place would you choose for your favourite animal?

Guess the rhyme: How do the rhymes help you guess what might happen next, and can you invent a new rhyming pair for an animal?

Unusual animals: Which animal in the book is new to you, and what would you like to find out about it?

Frog’s rules: What do Frog’s rules tell us about his personality, and how might Cat or Dog describe him differently?

Alphabet adventures: If you made your own animal alphabet book, which animals would you choose for the trickiest letters?