or
Sign in to turn on 1-Click ordering.
More Buying Choices
Have one to sell? Sell yours here
Sorry, this item is not available in
Image not available for
Colour:
Image not available

 
Tell the Publisher!
I’d like to read this book on Kindle

Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here, or download a FREE Kindle Reading App.

Avocado Baby (Red Fox Picture Books) [Paperback]

John Burningham
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
RRP: £6.99
Price: £5.24 & this item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details and conditions
You Save: £1.75 (25%)
o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o
Only 14 left in stock (more on the way).
Dispatched from and sold by Amazon. Gift-wrap available.
Want delivery by Tuesday, 28 May? Choose Express delivery at checkout. See Details

Formats

Amazon Price New from Used from
Library Binding £11.58  
Paperback £1.50  
Paperback, 16 Jun 1994 £5.24  
Amazon.co.uk Trade-In Store
Did you know you can trade in your old books for an Amazon.co.uk Gift Card to spend on the things you want? Visit the Books Trade-In Store for more details. Learn more.

Book Description

16 Jun 1994 Red Fox Picture Books
The Hargraves want their new baby to grow up big and strong. But the puny mite will hardly eat a thing. One day Mrs Hargraves finds an avocado in the fruit bowl and the baby gobbles it up. Soon, the strangest things start to happen...

Special Offers and Product Promotions

  • Join Amazon Family and receive £10 off in our Baby Store, three months' FREE One-Day Delivery and £50 worth of exclusive offers every month.

  • Find all the latest books, toys, games and DVDs from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in our Harry Potter store.


Frequently Bought Together

Avocado Baby (Red Fox Picture Books) + The Elephant and the Bad Baby (Puffin Picture Books)
Price For Both: £10.48

Buy the selected items together


Product details

  • Paperback: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Red Fox; New Ed edition (16 Jun 1994)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0099200619
  • ISBN-13: 978-0099200611
  • Product Dimensions: 21.6 x 0.4 x 28 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 18,781 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, and more.

Product Description

Review

The Hargraves, a kind but scrawny family, want their new baby to grow up big and strong. But the tiny tyke will hardly eat a thing. One day, Mrs. Hargraves finds an avocado in the fruit bowl, and the infant gobbles it up. But then, the strangest things begin to happen as the baby develops superhuman strength. Just the book for picky eaters. "Amusing for adults, impressive for toddlers, good for greengrocers."

Book Description

The Hargraves want their new baby to grow up big and strong. But the puny mite will hardly eat a thing. One day Mrs Hargraves finds an avocado in the fruit bowl and the baby gobbles it up. Soon, the strangest things start to happen... --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Inside This Book (Learn More)
Browse Sample Pages
Front Cover | Copyright | Excerpt | Back Cover
Search inside this book:

Sell a Digital Version of This Book in the Kindle Store

If you are a publisher or author and hold the digital rights to a book, you can sell a digital version of it in our Kindle Store. Learn more

What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?


Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
Mrs. Hargraves baby wouldn't eat and was growing quite weak until it was suggested by one of the children that they try some avocado pear. Like Popeye and spinach the results are miraculous. Nothing better than when the bullies end up in the park pond. My two and five year old laugh hysterically---even better I could read it again and again.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best children's books EVER. 10 Jan 2001
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
At the age of 21 with no children, I still had to buy this book! It had me laughing out loud, and I believe it will go on to be a classic like "The Very Hungry Caterpillar". I'm training as a teacher of 3 to 8 year olds next year, and I think this book will be very handy!
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Ever 15 Aug 2001
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
We read this to our 4 year-old and he's still asking for it at age 9! A delightful & memorable story.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
Would you like to see more reviews about this item?
Were these reviews helpful?   Let us know
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars awesome baby!
this book is my absolute fav!!! our baby loves avocado's and that is what made me buy it, so glad i did!
Published 2 months ago by shelley mitchell
5.0 out of 5 stars Avocados are so good for you!
This mini version of the story is great for having in a change bag to pull out in a dull moment when you are out. Read more
Published 2 months ago by sunday school steph
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
A fantastically silly story that reminds me of my childhood. Little one loves the story and I enjoy reading it too. What more could you want? Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mrs Amy Selina Ashton
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
My grown up children had this when they were young and despite still having a lot of their books this one was missing. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Alison
5.0 out of 5 stars My daughter loves this book.
I originally borrowed this book from the library, my three year old daughter loved it so much she kept wanting me to read it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ms. F. M. Galindo
5.0 out of 5 stars In my top 5 books for kids ever
All John Burningham's books are great, but there is something about this that is really special. The illustrations are gorgeous, capturing the expression of a sturdy little baby... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Carrie Onregardless
3.0 out of 5 stars slightly old fashioned, but a good story
We have enjoyed this book, despite the slightly old fashioned language and drawings. The storyline is good though. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Katherine Riach
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for every under 5!
This is a truly delightful little book about a baby who will only eat avocados and becomes very strong as a result. The storyline is simple and the illustrations are lovely. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Besotted Grandma
5.0 out of 5 stars Super book!
I've been reading this to pupils for many years now & they love it as much today as they did then. Great story!
Published 22 months ago by Mrs. Deborah E. Dudt
4.0 out of 5 stars Avocado Baby Book Review
I remember reading this book when I was younger and have used it with a class of 3 year olds for our 'Growth' topic and the children enjoyed the book and could remember pharses... Read more
Published on 1 April 2011 by Jodie
Search Customer Reviews
Only search this product's reviews

Customer Discussions

This product's forum
Discussion Replies Latest Post
No discussions yet

Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 


Active discussions in related forums
Discussion Replies Latest Post
I'm being annoyed by my inability to remember a book I read 25 years ago! 6 6 hours ago
Book for a cool 13 year old boy that doesn't like spy, wizard or old fashioned books - Help 33 8 hours ago
Help: Anyone know what this book (read in the 1970s) was called? 8 10 hours ago
Suitable books for a 13 year old girl 22 1 day ago
searching for children's book from the 1970s-1980s 58 1 day ago
YA action-adventure - reviewers wanted 2 2 days ago
Books for a nine year girl old with an older reading age....without snogging and too much boy stuff 213 2 days ago
Paleobotany for children ? Even a really good botany book? 4 2 days ago
Search Customer Discussions
Search all Amazon discussions
   
Related forums


Listmania!


Look for similar items by category


Feedback


Amazon.co.uk Privacy Statement Amazon.co.uk Delivery Information Amazon.co.uk Returns & Exchanges