By Robert Tregoning (author) , Stef Murphy (illustrator)
"An irresistible celebration of diversity, creativity and being yourself."
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Two sets of dreams come true in this gorgeous reworking of the Cinderella story.
Fred - the first every fairy Fred we’re told - loves his job in the Department of Dresses, where the fairies busily respond to wishes from princesses for ball gowns. He hopes that one day a wish-mail will land in his tray.
Meanwhile, a little boy named Joshua very much wants to go to his friend Claire’s party, but its theme is Princess, and he doesn’t have a dress. Can Fred help? Of course he can!
The dress Fred makes for Josh, with spangles and sparkles, feathers and frills, not only wins Josh a prize at the party but sees Fred crowned Top Designer too.
This story is bursting with joy, and sparkling and frothy as the special dress. From the creators of Out of the Blue , it’s another irresistible celebration of diversity, perseverance and being yourself.
Fred the fairy works at a Wish-Granting Plant – and when he’s finally given his very first wish to grant, he wants to get it right! Josh only has one wish. He’s been invited to a princess party . . . and he needs a dress to wear!
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With time ticking and the party approaching, it’s up to Fred to conjure up the PERFECT outfit, and make sure that Josh is the very best-dressed princess. Can Fred make this little boy’s wish come true, and prove himself in the process?
A Fairy Called Fred is a funny, joyful Cinderella story that celebrates the courage it takes to be yourself and to do something for the very first time.
From the creators of the much-loved picture book Out of the Blue , it’s perfect for fans of Grandad's Camper and Julian Is a Mermaid.
Praise for Out of the Blue;
A gorgeous book, with atmospheric illustrations and a vibrant, uplifting story about embracing our difference - Harry Woodgate
A warm and colourful tale of family acceptance, and being true to yourself - Jodie Lancett-Grant
This celebration of being yourself and refusing to conform to a narrow view of life is a joyful reminder of freedom of expression - Daily Mail
Robert Tregoning studied at the Glasgow School of Art before leaping in to a career on the West End stage. He has appeared in stage shows including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory , directed by Academy Award-winner Sam Mendes, and the Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda the Musical .
As an LGBTQ+ writer, Robert hopes to help children and adults alike to accept and celebrate all that makes us uniquely ourselves. The stories Robert writes are stories he wishes he could have read as a child. He hopes they provide a voice of recognition, validation and kindness to those who need it.
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Fred the fairy works at a Wish-Granting Plant – and when he’s finally given his very first wish to grant, he wants to get it right! Josh only has one wish.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed A Fairy Called Fred and determined it is suitable for children aged 3-6 years old
A Fairy Called Fred features in the following genres: Featured Books for 5+ readers, Recommendations, PSHE: Sexuality, Gender and Relationships, Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE), Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Stories about Family and Friends, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Traditional Tales, Featured Books for 3+ readers
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A Fairy Called Fred was written by Robert Tregoning and published by Bloomsbury Childrens Books an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
A Fairy Called Fred has 32 pages
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