By Debi Gliori (author) , Debi Gliori (illustrator)
"A warm, family-centred story, full of humour and with a totally unexpected ending, The Bookworm is classic Debi Gliori."
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September 2019 Book of the Month
Like young children everywhere, Max is desperate for a pet, but his parents reject all his suggestions, from puppy to dragon (they don’t exist, says Daddy). But then Max finds a pet in the garden that’s just right for him, and is soon best friends with his story-loving worm.
The illustrations are hugely appealing, full of well-observed details that will be recognisable to all families, and there’s a freshness to the telling that makes it particularly charming. This is certain to be a real favourite.
From the bestselling author of No Matter What comes a humorous and gently cautionary tale about finding the perfect pet. Max really wants a pet. His parents aren't so sure. Puppies chew, parrots screech and sharks have too many teeth. How about a dragon? Max's parents say that dragons don't exist, so Max settles for a pet worm instead.
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Except this particular worm turns out to be very unusual when its back begins to turn spiky and it starts to breathe smoke... Dragons don't exist. Do they?
A funny and light-hearted story from much-loved children's author Debi Gliori, perfect for any child who has ever wanted a pet. With an added cautionary tale about being careful what you wish for.
Praise for Alfie in the Garden:
The ultimate book to share with ages three and upwards - Irish Examiner
Helping in the garden could not be more fun than when it is with Alfie - Practical Pre-school
A lovely story made even more charming by the exquisite illustrations - Creative Steps
Debi Gliori at her best. Perfect - Books For Keeps
Praise for Dragon Loves Penguin :
Debi Gliori is an experienced and award-winning author, and her ability to write an engaging and well crafted story shines through - Muff and Teacake
This book sings with love - The Little Wooden Horse
It is simply delightful, utterly heart-warming and brimful of hope - Library Mice
Debi started writing children's books in 1976, then attended art school in Edinburgh from 1979 to 1984. She received a travelling scholarship award to go to Milan, and worked as a freelance from 1984 onwards. She lives and works in Scotland, and her studio is situated in a thirteenth-century herb garden. She now has four children and her book No Matter What is dedicated to them. Debi Gliori is the author/illustrator of many books for children including Mr Bear, the winner of a Children's Book Award.
DEBI GLIORI is the award-winning author and illustrator of many Bloomsbury picture books including the Alfie series, The Trouble with Dragons, Dragon Love Penguin and the bestselling No Matter What. She has sold more than half a million books in the UK alone. Debi lives in East Lothian with her family.
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From the bestselling author of No Matter What comes a humorous and gently cautionary tale about finding the perfect pet. Max really wants a pet.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Bookworm and determined it is suitable for children aged 0-4 years old
The Bookworm features in the following genres: Books for Babies and Toddlers, Recommendations, Books of the Month, Pets, The Natural World, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 3+ readers, Stories about Family and Friends, Children's and Young Adult Fiction
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The Bookworm was written by Debi Gliori and published by Bloomsbury Childrens Books an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
The Bookworm has 32 pages
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