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Ruskin Splinter is small and thin, with knock-knees, thick glasses and a squeaky voice, and the idea of him taming a dragon makes the whole class laugh. Big, strong Elvis is stupid but he looks like a hero. So who is more likely to get the big part in the school play? But when the mysterious beast, Krindlekrax, threatens Lizard Street and everyone who lives there, it is Ruskin who saves the day and proves he is the stuff that heros are made of after all.
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Philip Ridley was born in East London where he still lives and works. He studied painting at St Martin's and went on to write adult novels, plays for radio and theatre, and the screenplay for THE KRAYS. He received considerable acclaim for his firstadult novel, IN THE EYES OF MY FURY, and his reputation as a writer for children is soaring.
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It was the day for choosing a hero. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Ruskin Splinter is small and thin with knock knees, thick glasses and a squeaky voice and the idea of him taking a dragon makes the class laugh out loud. Big, strong Elvis may be stupid and keeps breaking windows but he looks like a hero, So who is more likely to the part of the hero in the play?
But under Lizard Street, beneath the dark bricks and cracked pavements, lurks the mysterious Krindlekrax, and when the monster threatens Lizard Street, Ruskin has a chance to prove he has what it takes to be a hero! This book fizzes with life and humour. Ridley looks set to be one of the most outstanding authors of the 21st century.
But under Lizard Street, beneath the dark bricks and cracked pavements, lurks the mysterious Krindlekrax, and when the monster threatens Lizard Street, Ruskin has a chance to prove he has what it takes to be a hero! This book fizzes with life and humour. Ridley looks set to be one of the most outstanding authors of the 21st century.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
It's a really good book because it all changes round at the end. It sorts out problems such as bullying. It's an exciting story about a hero who saves Lizard Street from a terrifying monster. My favourite character is Corky, who tells you interesting stories from when he was a little boy. Philip Ridley uses phrases for each character, Wendy's is" Polly- wolly -doodle all the day," and Winston's is "It's not my fault."
19 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the best book I have ever read. It is about a little boy called Ruskin who wants to be a hero, but he's too short and skinny so everyone laughs. There is a giant, huge, enourmous crocodile in the sewers who got big by eating toast. He is called Krindlekrax. Ruskin finds out all about Krindlekrax and then .... well, you'll have to find out by reading the book.
REALLY GREAT!
Elliott C. in Guernsey
REALLY GREAT!
Elliott C. in Guernsey
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You must read this book !!!
It is a great book that 30 children liked. Two teachers I know made a project about it and it is good. Something is about to happen at the end of every chapter. Read more
Published 18 days ago by High Quality Films
Kindlekrax
My Daughter enjoyed reading this book very much and is looking forward to reading more in this series very soon.
Published 1 month ago by Mr. R. J. Fudge
krindlekrax
Krindlekrax is about a boy called Ruskin Splinter who is bullied by a big boy called Elvis.
His best friend is Corky Pidgeon who is Ruskins schools caretaker. Read more
His best friend is Corky Pidgeon who is Ruskins schools caretaker. Read more
Published 3 months ago by m.c.
Krindlekraks
My eight year old daughter wanted this as she was reading it with her class at school. We also bought Scribbleboy, which she is loving as well.
Published 7 months ago by JW
An excellent story for reading in school
I am currently reading Krindlekrax to my class of 7-9 year olds. Over recent years I have shared this book with four different classes and each time they are completely captivated... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Madame Rosbif
Krindle Krax me up.
This book is amazing, it is about how a little boy can change other people's attitude and save his street. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Nubia
Krindlekrax
This book is about a boy called Ruskin splinter and his friend corcky the shool caretaker.corcky likes to bye chocalate biscuits. Read more
Published on 24 May 2010
Krindlekrax -a fantastic book!
Krindlekrax is a fantasy book that is filled with adventure and humour. However, it also includes real life situations, for example: bullying, emotions and friendships. Read more
Published on 1 Mar 2010 by Sun Literacy Group
A Magical Book
A wondrous story with a happy ending. Ruskin starts the story a lame person with no friends and ends it as a hero. Read more
Published on 3 Oct 2004 by Tom Raymond
Krindlekrax is great!
This is a superb book, and one that as a teacher, I will be reading with my Key Stage 2 class..... it deals with many issues including bullying, death and family relationships, but... Read more
Published on 3 Jan 2004
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