Postman Bear - Julia Donaldson

The Magic Paintbrush - Julia Donaldson

If you have a child of pre-school or early school age it s likely you would have at least heard of Julia Donaldson, who, in her partnership with the illustrator Axel Scheffler has created several best-selling books for young children, including the most popular Gruffalo which spawned a true cult, including a sequel, a theatre show and a special club amongst other things. Magic Paintbrush is also a Julia Donaldson s book, and it s also written in rhyme as most of her others, but it s not illustrated by Axel Scheffler and it s a definitely different kind of book from a standard Donaldson/Scheffler offering. It is, however, a wonderful one and to be honest with you, I ...

The Smartest Giant in Town - Julia Donaldson

A fun and imaginative book for my 2.5 year old.George comes across a clothes shop and decides to get rid of his old gown and sandals.He purchases a new shirt,tie,trousers,socks and shoes.He then proceeds to meet animals on his journey that need his help.A lovely story with a rhyme throughout as well.A definate must for all children.Julia Donaldson ...

The Smartest Giant in Town - Julia Donaldson

fine crown to go with the sandals and gown of the KINDEST giant in town" Is it any good? This book is another winning combination from the Julia Donaldson + Axel Sheffler author-illustrator partnership. The story this time is told in prose but still with some of the Donaldson s trademark nicely flowing rhymed sections and the theme and the plot are easy to follow and enjoyable even for a very small child. The classic construction scheme of a children s book, where the character goes through a series of similar experiences only in different guises (in this case George is meeting various needy animals) is, and rightly so, a favourite with children s authors ...