Review
Thumbs up for Mr Benn - Jane Doonan, T.E.S.; Great for those almost ready for novels, and everyone else! - Primary Times
Book Description
Mr Benn, the iconic star of the animated adventures on TV, returns in a Roman adventure.
Product Description
Mr Benn always visits a costume shop, chooses a costume and goes through a special door. Then, as if by magic, he can travel to the era represented by the costume. This time he choosesa gladiator costume . . . and he is transported to Ancient Rome. But he has forgotten that gladiators fought one another. When the Emperor spots Mr Benn, he has him carried off to the arena. The worried gladiators there explain that they must fight, even though fighting is wrong. Will it be thumbs down for the alternative entertainment Mr Benn proposes? (20040315)
From the Back Cover
'Thumbs up for Mr Benn'
T.E.S.
'Great for those almost ready for novels, and everyone else!'
Primary Times
About the Author
David McKee's first book was published in 1964. His books are now published in many languages throughout the world, and many of them have been adapted for television. He is one of the leading contemporary children's book creators. (20040315)
