Hodder Children’s Books ISBN 9781444928129 £6.99
A little girl goes for a walk with her dad. On the way she sees imaginary characters like crocodiles in puddles, R-R-ROARing trains over the viaduct, dinosaurs, a princess in an old building waiting to be rescued, tigers in forests in the potted plant shop, treasure in the pet shop and metal bins in the ironmongers that would make perfect spaceships. Dad is always by her side, encouraging her to move on, because ‘the best bit’s at the end’. This phrase is repeated throughout the book. Finally, the secret of the hot chocolate, snuggle and shared reading at Buntings Bookshop and café is revealed. This is an enchanting, warm hearted celebration of books and a child’s imagination, love and the wonderful relationship between an adult and child. The illustrations are rich, stunning, beautiful and gentle. An exceptional book from an acclaimed director of animations including Raymond Briggs’s The Snowman and the Snowdog, Ethel & Ernest and We’re Going on a Bear Hunt. Perfect for sharing with children of age 3 upwards at school or at home.
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