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The Smartest Giant in Town [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Julia Donaldson , Axel Scheffler
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (76 customer reviews)
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  • Paperback: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books; 3 edition (5 Sep 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0333963962
  • ISBN-13: 978-0333963968
  • Product Dimensions: 26.4 x 21.2 x 0.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (76 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 285 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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The Bookseller, 21 June 02

...a heartwarming picture book. George the giant is not only smart but also kind... gentle verse and bold illustration... --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

The Children's Bookseller, 20 September 2002

The perfect picture book with a special feel-good factor, which makes it an ideal present for young readers. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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76 of 77 people found the following review helpful
Fantastic 8 Dec 2004
Format:Paperback
My son (3) and I really enjoy all the books written by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, but this one is our favourite (well actually joint favourite with the Gruffalo and Room on the Broom).

As usual there is a fantastic rhythm to the story - it is a positive joy to read the book aload.

The illustrations are particularly good (and adult readers will enjoy the jokes included in the background).

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By Katy
Format:Paperback
My two year old son adores this. It's an absolute favourite, along with Bear Hunt, A Squash and a Squeeze and the 'Snore' book! It's a wonderfully rhythmical story and if you don't mind doing silly voices and making up tunes it's perfect for reading at bedtime. As with all the above mentioned books, I often catch him reciting passages to himself..., "My tie is a scarf for a cold giraffe" etc. We have a wonderful children's bookshop near us and they recommended this book. At first I thought he might be too young, but they were absolutely right
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34 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Superb! 16 Aug 2004
Format:Paperback
I was worried that my two year old would not understand this book as some of the words were beyond his understanding. I worried for no reason. My son absolutely loves this book and requests it every night without fail! The storyline is simple, nice and encourages sharing and friendliness (all the things that you want your children to learn). The illustrations are excellent and have so much going on in the background as well.

This book is a must have for all parents that enjoy reading bedtime stories as much as their children enjoy listening to them.

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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Excellent book
My grandson loves Julia Donaldson's books and this is no exception. I would highly recomment this and all Julia Donaldson's books, they are brilliant at getting a message across... Read more
Published 29 days ago by Polly
Brilliant
I was very impressed how quickly this book arrived I ordered it late on Monday night and it was delivered on Wednesday morning, even though the estimated day I would get was... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Princess jess
Love this book
I have read the book to my baby a few times. He is too young to be into books properly but nice to read anyway. Love reading the book and it flows well.
Published 2 months ago by Susan Bolton
Wonderful book
Another great story from these authors. Our boys both love all their books. The illustrations are wonderful, and the rhyming stories encourages them to join in.
Published 4 months ago by MrsS
Lovely book
My daughter is 2 and a half and has been enjoying this book for (I'm guessing) the past year. We read three stories at bedtime every night and this book is by far the most popular... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Polixenes
Does not disappoint...
A very enjoyable read with lovely illustrations and a fun story. If you're considering this but don't yet have the Gruffalo, that title is a must-have from the same... Read more
Published 6 months ago by G Ranger
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A fantastic addition to our childrens reading, you never fail with a Julia Donaldson book, and as usual the illustrations are brilliant. Another favourite at bed time.
Published 7 months ago by M. Naylor
Smartest Giant in Town
After the Gruffalo and Stick Man this is another great book by Julia Donaldson. The story is sweet, a good length and very entertaining. Read more
Published 7 months ago by H
Fabulous book!!
This is a fantastic book. I bought it for my 3 year old son who really enjoyed the story & the pictures. It has quickly become one of his favourites and mine!! Read more
Published 7 months ago by Jo ludlam
the smart giant
a good colour full and nice book which is easy to read for my 7 yr old and a good simple story which will be read again and again no doubt about it.
Published 8 months ago by angelaandian
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