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The Gruffalo's Child (Hardcover)

by Julia Donaldson (Author), Axel Scheffler (Illustrator)
4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (41 customer reviews)
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  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books (3 Sep 2004)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1405020458
  • ISBN-13: 978-1405020459
  • Product Dimensions: 27.8 x 21.8 x 1.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (41 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 8,378 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Books for Keeps, November 2004
Donaldson's rhyming text reads aloud like a dream... cleverly laid visual cues... Altogether a spine-tingling, mock-scary delight...

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The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood. But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo's child ignores her father's warning and tiptoes out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn't really exist ...does he? Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are on dazzling form in this captivating sequel to the classic picture book "The Gruffalo".

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39 of 40 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Truly magical, 15 Nov 2004
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I loved the Gruffalo, but have to disagree with those who felt that the sequel was somehow lacking in magic. The Gruffalo's child is truly wonderful, with a great story, lovely use of language and absolutely incredible illustrations. I actually preferred it to the original in some ways, particularly because I felt that 'bold' children (of whom I know several!) would identify with the child in this book - seeking adventure and finding a little more than she bargained for! For those who haven't read it yet - the Gruffalo's child has grown up with stories of the Big Bad Mouse, and sneaks off to see if he really exists.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars My 2 year old loved it, 7 Jan 2006
By Mr. S. J. Mrs Mayger "Vital Books" (Northern Ireland) - See all my reviews
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My 2 year old boy sat and let me read him this book (usually he only likes the pictures and wont listen to the words, but he delighted in this one) and was able to tell the story back to me in his own little words. That was a first for us. Good book.
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38 of 40 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Satisfying sequel to Children's Classic, 9 Sep 2004
I couldn't wait to snap this up when I saw that there was a new title in the Gruffalo series. The first book ("The Gruffalo") is a true classic and I think I enjoy reading it to my daughter just as much as she enjoys listening to it and joining in. The style of the Gruffalo's Child is similar and the same characters appear (snake, owl, fox and mouse). The tale of the big bad mouse has become a Gruffalo legend so the Gruffalo's child decides to go go looking for him in the deep dark wood.

Written in the same rhyming style and with the same fantastic illustrations, this book is sure to delight adults and children. Maybe not quite as cool as the first book but still worth every penny of the asking price.

Buy it - you won't regret it (and the kids might like it too!)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Great follow up to The Gruffalo - although my 2 year old still won't go past the first book - I think we know this story off by heart now yet he still demands we pick the book up... Read more
Published 5 days ago by P. Greig

4.0 out of 5 stars Funny
Funny, rhyming, and a good story. First book nicer, but this one is very very good too!
Published 19 days ago by Lee

4.0 out of 5 stars Gruffalow's Child
I gave this four stars simply because I prefered the first book, the Gruffalow. Nevertheless, my grandchildren love it, it was the favourite book during my stay. Read more
Published 1 month ago by R. Schaefer

4.0 out of 5 stars A Worthy Sequel
I don't think this book is as good as the original Gruffalo, but as I think that the original is one of the best books of its type this is hardly a surprise. Read more
Published 2 months ago by SCM

4.0 out of 5 stars A lovely sequel to the Gruffalo
Perhaps not quite as good as the Gruffalo, but still a treat.

The Gruffalo's child tells a story of the little monster in search of the Big Bad mouse you have come... Read more
Published 2 months ago by anonymous

2.0 out of 5 stars Real let down after first book
I was so excited about this book coming out as my son loves the original gruffalo.I found the book doesn't really flow when you read it like the first one, and they are trying too... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mrs. Nicola Boakes

5.0 out of 5 stars Gruffalo's child - childrens book
A lovely book to read to grand children. Mine love it. A nice 'follow on' from the Gruffalo. Lots of opportunity for children to join in with the rhymes. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mrs. J. Lucas

5.0 out of 5 stars The Gruffalo - what a great book.
As a Daddy reading the same book again and again and again..... Even I enjoy this one every time. It's in a class of its own.
Published 3 months ago by C. D. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars The Gruffalo's Child
My daughter is 13 months old and loves books! So I was looking for something special and found this was also available in a hardbook suitable for this age group and she loves it... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Faye

5.0 out of 5 stars The Gruffalo's Child
If you have read The Gruffalo, you will love The Gruffalo's Child, set in the same rhythmic format, the little mouse is still persued.
Published 4 months ago by Avidreader

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