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The Smartest Giant in Town

By Julia Donaldson
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In The Smartest Giant in Town by Julia Donaldson, readers embark on a heartwarming journey with George, a giant who decides to elevate his look with snazzy new clothes. However, his compassion leads him to offer parts of his outfit to those in need, showcasing themes of generosity and kindness in a delightful way for children.
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This delightful tale may capture your heart with its charming story about kindness and generosity, perfect for young readers. You'll enjoy following the giant's journey of self-discovery and the valuable lessons about empathy and selflessness conveyed through engaging rhymes and vibrant illustrations by Axel Scheffler. It's a wonderful choice for children who love stories with heartwarming messages and likeable characters.

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The Smartest Giant in Town

A warm tale about a friendly giant whose heart is better than his dress sense, in this classic board book format with a fresh cover design!

A warm tale about a friendly giant whose heart is better than his dress sense, in this classic board book format with a fresh cover design!

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George wished he wasn't the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it's time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes. Now he's the smartest giant in town... until he bumps into some animals who desperately need his help—and his clothes!

All children will love The Smartest Giant in Town, a funny and big-hearted tale from the unparalleled picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.

This handy board book format is perfect for younger readers. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans!

Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook's Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

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The Smartest Giant in Town is praised for its humorous and warm narrative, making it a delightful read for children. Fans of the Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler duo will find it a treasure, as their rhythmic text and captivating artwork blend seamlessly to create a highly enjoyable picture book.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781509830374

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Board book

Date Published: 06 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Axel Scheffler
  • Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 157.0mm

Height: 193.0mm

Weight: 391g

Pages: 24

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Children's Board Books Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Julia Donaldson

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About the Author

Julia Donaldson is the outrageously talented, prize-winning author of the world's best-loved picture books, and was the 2011-2013 UK Children's Laureate. Her books include Room on the Broom, What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard Next and the modern classic The Gruffalo, which has sold over 13.5 million copies worldwide and has been translated into over seventy languages. Julia also writes fiction as well as poems, plays and songs and her brilliant live children's shows are always in demand. Julia and her husband Malcolm divide their time between Sussex and Edinburgh. Axel Scheffler is a star illustrator whose instantly recognisable, warm and witty illustrations have achieved worldwide acclaim and numerous awards. In addition to his picture books, Axel is the illustrator of wonderful novelty and gift books for Macmillan, such as the bestselling The Bedtime Bear, The Christmas Bear and Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes. He also illustrates the popular Pip and Posy series. Born in Hamburg, Axel now lives with his family in London.

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