Relaunch of an award-winning non-fiction series. Read and Wonder is an innovative and highly acclaimed series of non-fiction picture books about the real world. They're written from a very personal viewpoint, mixing facts with feelings, encouraging children to think, feel and imagine as they learn. These six titles include the talents of celebrated authors and illustrators such as Dick King-Smith. Barbara Firth. Anita Jeram and Karen Wallace.
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"Full of facts and surprises... a distinguished array of artists and authors, and a (narrative) approach more serendipitous than eneyclopaedic. Each book has an entirely original slant on its subject." The Guardian; "The best information books are so interesting that they make you want to find out more. The Read and Wonder books do just that." Margaret Meek, Emeritus Reader, Institute of Education, University of London"
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Explore the wonderful world of guinea-pigs with Dick King-Smith and Anita Jeram.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
This book is quite perfect. The illustrations are very cute and the text is beautiful. If you have Guinea Pigs you will treasure it. If you don't have Guinea Pigs you will want to get some! And my Guinea Pigs say it is their favourite bedtime reading.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Mary Homer
Format:Paperback
We love guinea pigs and thought this book, aside from providing useful information about the care and upkeep of guinea pigs, was able to capture many of the precious aspects of these wonderful creatures. They clearly have owned and loved pigs themselves....
24 of 26 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
As a 7 year old owner of 2 guinea pigs, I found it thrilling. I thought of all the different things that I could do with my own guineau pigs. Dick King-Smith gave me some great ideas of what guinea pigs like to eat. I found out how much attention I should give them. I really was proud to know that I had guinea pigs as well as Dick King-Smith. I think that even a Queen would be peruaded to buy a guinea pig after reading it. From reading the book I thought that Dick King-Smith was a true animal lover. I highly recommend this book, it is one of my favourites.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I first saw this book in my sons library at school and being owned by 8 (soon to be 11) guineapigs, I was drawn to it. My son and I read it together and not only was it a lovely story with captivating illustrations, it gave hints on caring for a guineapig without becoming a "manual". This is definately a book for children who love GP's.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Lou P.
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this book for my friend's 8 year old daughter as I knew she was receiving two guinea pigs for her birthday. I had a peek myself before wrapping it and thought it had a captivating charm. It's a clever little book as it tells a story but also teaches the young reader all about guinea pigs and how to care for them. It is obvious that the author loves guinea pigs. The pictures are lovely too. I would recommend this for any young guinea pig owners (and their parents).
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By paulyb
Format:Paperback
What a great book, and with the most endearing pictures, this easy to read book about guinea pigs is a treat. My wife adores Dick King-Smith, and this doesn't disappoint. It's educational, but written in a style, you can almost hear the author's voice inside your head when you read it. It's touching and fun, and an absolute must for guinea pig lovers.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By rodamazon
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Nice book - but not a lot of content really - more of an overview and cute cartoony pictures. Some interesting things in it - but choose another book if you're looking for a guinea pig 'owners manual'
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Great book
My 6 year old son (who is guinea pig mad!) absolutely loves this book! It's great and the cd is good too, however was left on the doorstep in the rain by yodel (once again) so it... Read more
Published 1 month ago by DARRAN SIMMONS
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Gorgeous little book
Bought this for myself (and I am twenty!) as I just thought it looked so adorable. I also love to read it to my little nephew and other kiddies, and they love it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Grace
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A Must For Young Guinea-Pig Fans
Typically warm Dick King-Smith book, beautifully illustrated and full of gently provided information and personal anecdotes. Read more
Published 3 months ago by C. Killey
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Love it!
Bought this for our guinea mad 6 year old son for xmas and he loves it!
Easy to read and he can really relate to it. It's now one of our favourite bedtime reads!
Easy to read and he can really relate to it. It's now one of our favourite bedtime reads!
Published 4 months ago by KayeC
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I love Guinea pigs
this book is very very basic and for children. it is very beneficial to enable an understanding of how to look after GP's. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Scoobie
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I Love guinea Pigs
Exactly as described ..A gorgeously illustrated, informative and fun book for a young nephew and his two new guinea pigs.
Published 4 months ago by Liz Stooke
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Utterly Adorable
My big brother gave me this book for Christmas...he's 43 and I'm 38!
He knows how potty I am about Guinea Pigs, and this book wonderfully captures how endearing and absorbing... Read more
He knows how potty I am about Guinea Pigs, and this book wonderfully captures how endearing and absorbing... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Pumpkin Becki
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Love Guinea Pigs
Bought this book for my daughter who's has just got two guinea pigs - really enjoyed it lots of information presented in a fun and friendly way which is easy for anyone of any age... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Marcus S Halmshaw
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Guinea pigs boook
My 7 year old daughter loves this book, especially as she had two guinea pigs for christmas, ti's very informative and fun. Thank you.
Published 5 months ago by hollydene
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We love this book!
Bought this for our nieces who have guinea pigs at home - and they ADORE it. The illustrations are wonderful and so funny and something the children get enjoyment from looking at... Read more
Published 6 months ago by rainbow_butterfly
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