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Bill's New Frock (Paperback)

by Anne Fine (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

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  • Paperback: 96 pages
  • Publisher: Egmont Books Ltd; New edition edition (1 Aug 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 140520060X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1405200608
  • Product Dimensions: 20.4 x 12.8 x 0.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 185,738 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Bill wakes up one day as a girl, and is horrified to be sent to school in a frilly pink frock with fiddly shell buttons. There he finds life suddenly very different. The bully whistles at him, instead of kicking him, he can't be picked to lift a table - not being a 'big strong boy' - his work's supposed to be ultra neat and he's being cast as Lovely Rapunzel, who in any case never gets to say anything! By the time he gets home the impractical frock is covered in mud and - thank goodness - Bill will never have to wear it again!

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars My Year 4 Children LOVE it!, 29 Dec 2004
By Miss Nicholls (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
Once I'd discovered this book I could not put it down. I bought my own copy and took it into school. My Yr 4 children (8 year olds turning 9) were hooked from the very beginning. Bill's feelings (horror & embarrassment) are vividly depicted with such excellent language. We haven't yet finished the book and the children ask me at the end of every day to read them a few more pages. It truly is a gem, and perfect for Lower KS2.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars It's a girl's world!, 21 Jun 2000
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This review is from: Bill's New Frock (New Longman Literature 11-14) (Paperback)
Anne Fine explores the gender issue of how the sexes are treated differently in the world today. It is written in a humorous manner which makes it accessible to every primary school child. We are taken on Bill's journey through a school day as a girl. From the shocking opening line to the fast paced dialogue this book ensures that we all have the desire to reach the end.
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5.0 out of 5 stars thought-provoking for adults and kids, 3 Nov 2000
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A great read and a fantastic resource for teaching in primary schools. The story is a whirlwind from start to finish as Bill comes to terms with life wearing a frock. At no point is it explained why Bill had to wear the frock for the day which adds to the interest. The Kafkaesque start will appeal to all adults reading to their children.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Don't miss out on this brilliant book!
One unusual morning Bill Simpson turned into a girl, his Mum made him wear a pink frilly frock with fiddly shell buttons and a zip at the back. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bills Fantastic Fabulous Frock
One school Monday morning a boy called Bill Simpson woke up, looked into the mirror and he was shocked because he was a girl. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bill's New Frock
Bill's New Frock is a comedy book about a boy named Bill who woke up one morning to find he was a girl!. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bill's New Frock
Bill's New Frock is an entertaining and silly book to read, and you should read it. Bill's Mum dressed Bill up in a new pink frilly forck and he had to go to school in it. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bill's New Frock
Bill's New Frock is a comedy book by the brilliant author Anne Fine.

The book is about a boy named Bill, who wakes up and finds he is a girl! Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Bill's New Frock
Bill's New Frock is a really funny book that has lots of comedy in it. It can sometimes be silly but it is bound to make everyone laugh. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bill's New Frock reviewed by Aaron aged 8
Bill's New Frock is an exciting book about a boy wearing a frock to school and how his day changes.

The boy, Bill, wakes up one morning to find out he is a girl. Read more
Published 2 months ago

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book
I bought this for my son who loved it but girls will love it too. Bill wakes up one morning to discover that he is a girl and has a whole day to discover what exactly that is like!
Published 22 months ago by Love Books

5.0 out of 5 stars Bill's New Frock - by Anne Fine
I am 46 and have recently read this book again for the umpteenth time. The author describes the different expectations of behaviour of boys and girls perfectly. Read more
Published on 23 Mar 2006 by Sunny Martin

4.0 out of 5 stars A book that people should read.
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