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The Gruffalo's Child Paperback – Picture Book, March 1, 2007

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Julia Donaldson's trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler's brilliant, characterful illustrations create this funny and adorable sequel to The Gruffalo.

One night, the Gruffalo’s child wanders into the woods to search for the Big Bad Mouse. But instead, she comes upon a small mouse in the woods . . . and decides to eat him! But wait, what is that? A shadow of a very large, scary creature falls on the ground. Could it be the Big Bad Mouse after all?
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Read more by Julia Donaldson! Julia Donaldson's rhyming text and Axel Scheffler's brilliant, characterful illustrations come together in this perfect read aloud. The funny and adorable sequel to The Gruffalo. A friendly witch, hungry dragon, and muddy monster learn about friendship, and readers will delight in the surprising (and not too scary) ending. When a tiny snail meets a humpback whale, the two travel together to far-off lands.

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Julia Donaldson is the internationally bestselling author of many popular books for children. Her Smarties Prize-winning modern classic, The Gruffalo, has sold more than 13.5 million copies worldwide, and the Halloween favorite Room on the Broom is a perennial best seller. In addition to children's books, she has written many children's plays and songs and runs regular storytelling workshops. She was the Waterstones Children's Laureate from 2011-2013.

Axel Scheffler is an award-winning, internationally-acclaimed illustrator of some of the most well-loved children’s books, including Julia Donaldson’s best-selling modern classic The Gruffalo, which has sold millions of copies worldwide. He lives in London.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Puffin Books; Reprint edition (March 1, 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0142407542
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0142407547
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 4 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD440L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.1 x 10.63 inches
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Julia Donaldson has written some of the world's best-loved children's books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, illustrated by Axel Scheffler, which together have sold over 25 million copies worldwide and have been translated into over one hundred languages. Further books illustrated by Axel include Room on the Broom, Stick Man, Zog and The Smeds and the Smoos – all of which have been made into much-loved animated films by Magic Light Pictures. Her other books include The Hospital Dog illustrated by Sara Ogilvie, The Christmas Pine illustrated by Victoria Sandøy and the hugely successful What the Ladybird Heard adventures illustrated by Lydia Monks. Julia also writes fiction, including the Princess Mirror-Belle series illustrated by Lydia Monks which has been made into a successful CBBC series, as well as poems, plays and songs – and her brilliant live shows are always in demand. She was the UK Children’s Laureate 2011–13 and has been honoured with a CBE for Services to Literature. Julia and her husband Malcolm divide their time between West Sussex and Edinburgh.

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Customers love this sequel to The Gruffalo, praising its delightful rhyming and how the story flows nicely in rhymes. The book features awesome illustrations and appeals to children's minds, making it a top pick for bedtime stories and a favorite for pre-school kids. They appreciate its cleverness, with one customer noting how the little mouse outsmarts the Gruffalo, and find it makes a perfect gift for children.

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328 customers mention "Story quality"316 positive12 negative

Customers love this book, describing it as delightful and a top pick for bedtime stories, with their children particularly enjoying it.

"My students loved thus book! Great illustrations and the rhyming was fun." Read more

"...As a parent, I appreciate how the book serves as an excellent example to teach my daughter the importance of listening to her parents—a lesson that..." Read more

"...This is truly a delightful book." Read more

"The book is great as expected. Paperbacks are less expensive but a hardcover is preferred for small children. Great book none the less." Read more

147 customers mention "Book enjoyment"147 positive0 negative

Customers find this book enjoyable, with kids loving it and keeping them entertained. One customer notes it's great for jumpstarting young imaginations, while another mentions it keeps children engaged in reading.

"...It sparks curiosity and prompts questions about the continuity between the two books, keeping readers engaged and eager to unravel the mysteries of..." Read more

"A great follow-up to a fun book for kids." Read more

"High interest and easy listening! Great buy!" Read more

"...Of year, the story is simple and captures your child's imagination...." Read more

70 customers mention "Sequel"63 positive7 negative

Customers love this sequel to The Gruffalo, describing it as a beautiful and fun continuation of the original story.

"A great follow-up to a fun book for kids." Read more

"Quite the clever follow-up to the beloved Gruffalo, Julia Donaldson has done it again. Buy it today!" Read more

"This book is a wonderful follow up to The Gruffalo! If you’re toddlers liked the Gruffalo... I recommend this one as a follow up!..." Read more

"Adorable sequel to the Gruffalo. My two month old loves all of Julia Donaldson's books and I have so much fun reading them to her!..." Read more

45 customers mention "Rhyme quality"45 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the delightful rhyming in the book, describing it as a fun sequel with charming verses that children love to repeat.

"My students loved thus book! Great illustrations and the rhyming was fun." Read more

"...seem like a continuation of the original tale, this sequel offers fresh rhymes, fantasy, and cleverness...." Read more

"...it is a joy to read and to hear. Our 2.5 year old son can finish all the sentences in this and other Donaldson books...." Read more

"...All the drawing amazing beautiful, cute and attractive. The grammar very proper not like most of the children books have lots of slang...." Read more

34 customers mention "Flow"34 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the flow of the book, noting its wonderful rhyming and natural pacing, with one customer mentioning that children love reciting it on their own.

"...Then the magic starts to work. On the second read, it flows really well. By the third or fourth read, you are playing with the verse!..." Read more

"...The book full of fun, imagination, humour and very easy read with interactive. All the drawing amazing beautiful, cute and attractive...." Read more

"...The story line, illustrations, and writing all capture their attention! Julia Donaldson is a wonderful author!" Read more

"...Especially when I read it with different voices. Rhyming is great too in this book from beginning to ends. The illustration is awesome...." Read more

29 customers mention "Illustrations"29 positive0 negative

Customers love the illustrations in the book, finding them awesome and well-printed, with one customer noting that their toddler particularly enjoys them.

"...The illustrations are good, the story is fleshed out well, and the rhythm/cadence is pretty spot on like the original...." Read more

"Nice story Nice illustrations easy to read type Bought this for a three-year-old." Read more

"...All in all it is a great book though. The illustrations are fabulous, like the original...." Read more

"...That said, our three-year old loves it anyway because the illustrations are great and guessing who each character is hidden in their 'house' is..." Read more

18 customers mention "Gift value"18 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a perfect gift for kids and highly recommend it for the whole family, with one customer noting it's a must-have for every family library.

"...The pair would also make a great gift for a little kid's birthday." Read more

"...This one the kids loved as well. Great collection to the home library." Read more

"Perfect gift for my young niece. Thank you!" Read more

"Gift for the grand kids. My grand daughter loves these books." Read more

16 customers mention "Intelligence"16 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the intelligence in the book, with multiple reviews highlighting the cleverness of the little mouse, and one customer noting how brains prevail over brawn.

"...of the original tale, this sequel offers fresh rhymes, fantasy, and cleverness...." Read more

"...rhythm and rhyme and a clever protagonist showing that brains prevail over brawn." Read more

"Buy the book! It’s a fun story about a clever mouse on a stroll through the deep dark woods. Family favorite or good for kids 4-8." Read more

"...I figured correctly as he loves the story of the little, brave mouse and requests it over all his other books...." Read more

The Curious Gruffalo's Child
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The Curious Gruffalo's Child
In "The Gruffalo’s Child," Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler invite us back into the enchanting world of the deep dark wood, where familiar characters and new adventures await. While it may seem like a continuation of the original tale, this sequel offers fresh rhymes, fantasy, and cleverness. Just as we fell in love with the charming cast of characters in "The Gruffalo," we find ourselves delighted to revisit them in this sequel. However, this time, the spotlight shines on the curious and brave Gruffalo’s child, a miniature version of her fearsome father. The playful nod to the original story, with references to the Big Bad Mouse and encounters with familiar characters like the snake, owl, fox, and mouse, adds an extra layer of enjoyment for both children and adults. It sparks curiosity and prompts questions about the continuity between the two books, keeping readers engaged and eager to unravel the mysteries of the deep dark wood. As the Gruffalo’s child encounters the clever mouse once again, we are treated to a showcase of imagination and wit, as the mouse outsmarts the young Gruffalo with ease. It's a testament to the enduring charm of these beloved characters and the timeless appeal of Donaldson's storytelling. As a parent, I appreciate how the book serves as an excellent example to teach my daughter the importance of listening to her parents—a lesson that can sometimes be challenging for children to grasp. Children, being naturally curious and independent, often find themselves tempted to defy instructions and explore the world on their own terms. Through the adventures of the Gruffalo's child, we can gently remind our own children of the wisdom and experience that parents possess, guiding them toward making safe and responsible choices. Despite the Gruffalo's child's disobedience, the story ultimately underscores the unconditional love and protection that parents have for their children.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2025
    My students loved thus book! Great illustrations and the rhyming was fun.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2024
    In "The Gruffalo’s Child," Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler invite us back into the enchanting world of the deep dark wood, where familiar characters and new adventures await. While it may seem like a continuation of the original tale, this sequel offers fresh rhymes, fantasy, and cleverness.

    Just as we fell in love with the charming cast of characters in "The Gruffalo," we find ourselves delighted to revisit them in this sequel. However, this time, the spotlight shines on the curious and brave Gruffalo’s child, a miniature version of her fearsome father.

    The playful nod to the original story, with references to the Big Bad Mouse and encounters with familiar characters like the snake, owl, fox, and mouse, adds an extra layer of enjoyment for both children and adults. It sparks curiosity and prompts questions about the continuity between the two books, keeping readers engaged and eager to unravel the mysteries of the deep dark wood.

    As the Gruffalo’s child encounters the clever mouse once again, we are treated to a showcase of imagination and wit, as the mouse outsmarts the young Gruffalo with ease. It's a testament to the enduring charm of these beloved characters and the timeless appeal of Donaldson's storytelling.

    As a parent, I appreciate how the book serves as an excellent example to teach my daughter the importance of listening to her parents—a lesson that can sometimes be challenging for children to grasp. Children, being naturally curious and independent, often find themselves tempted to defy instructions and explore the world on their own terms. Through the adventures of the Gruffalo's child, we can gently remind our own children of the wisdom and experience that parents possess, guiding them toward making safe and responsible choices. Despite the Gruffalo's child's disobedience, the story ultimately underscores the unconditional love and protection that parents have for their children.
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    The Curious Gruffalo's Child

    Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2024
    In "The Gruffalo’s Child," Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler invite us back into the enchanting world of the deep dark wood, where familiar characters and new adventures await. While it may seem like a continuation of the original tale, this sequel offers fresh rhymes, fantasy, and cleverness.

    Just as we fell in love with the charming cast of characters in "The Gruffalo," we find ourselves delighted to revisit them in this sequel. However, this time, the spotlight shines on the curious and brave Gruffalo’s child, a miniature version of her fearsome father.

    The playful nod to the original story, with references to the Big Bad Mouse and encounters with familiar characters like the snake, owl, fox, and mouse, adds an extra layer of enjoyment for both children and adults. It sparks curiosity and prompts questions about the continuity between the two books, keeping readers engaged and eager to unravel the mysteries of the deep dark wood.

    As the Gruffalo’s child encounters the clever mouse once again, we are treated to a showcase of imagination and wit, as the mouse outsmarts the young Gruffalo with ease. It's a testament to the enduring charm of these beloved characters and the timeless appeal of Donaldson's storytelling.

    As a parent, I appreciate how the book serves as an excellent example to teach my daughter the importance of listening to her parents—a lesson that can sometimes be challenging for children to grasp. Children, being naturally curious and independent, often find themselves tempted to defy instructions and explore the world on their own terms. Through the adventures of the Gruffalo's child, we can gently remind our own children of the wisdom and experience that parents possess, guiding them toward making safe and responsible choices. Despite the Gruffalo's child's disobedience, the story ultimately underscores the unconditional love and protection that parents have for their children.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2024
    Last week I read this book to my two-year-old grandson nine times in five days. He never tires of it. He anticipates which hiding animal comes next and remembers that it isn't the big, bad mouse. He doesn't understand the concept of shadows yet. We always have to stop at the climatic page where the small mouse sits on the hazel twig and casts a big, bad mouse shadow. My grandson touches both shadows and laughs and laughs. This is truly a delightful book.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2025
    My nephew loves this book, cant wait to get the rest of the collection!
  • Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2025
    A great follow-up to a fun book for kids.
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2025
    Great condition. As pictured.
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2024
    The book is great as expected. Paperbacks are less expensive but a hardcover is preferred for small children. Great book none the less.
  • Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2025
    My great granddaughter loves this book.

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  • LuluCheerful
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great Story
    Reviewed in Saudi Arabia on May 31, 2021
    Lovely story, lovely book.
  • Supermimi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Simple et efficace
    Reviewed in France on October 4, 2020
    Les textes sont beaux, l’anglais est simple et répétitif. C’est un avantage pour des enfants qui ne sont pas “fluent” en anglais. Ils suivent facilement. Ma fille de presque 5 ans l’aime. Elle est amusée par la fin! Je trouve que c’est une bonne manière de concilier l’enfant avec les “monstres”.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars A must addition to your little reader's library
    Reviewed in India on August 27, 2020
    1.Get up and presentation-
    Big book. Thick,medium glossy pages. Sturdily bound. Suitable to endure the handling of a 4-5 yrs. Lovely colorful pictures to understand the story and attract them.
    2. About 30 pages long, funny story . More pictures, less word- perfect for a budding little reader .
    3. Rhyming lines. Simple enough, to be understandable, yet very matured classy language, enriching enough to build their vocabulary.
    4. Pictures play integral part in the story. Very effective and geographically accurate.
    5. Perfect delivery from Amazon. Original version.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    A must addition to your little reader's library

    Reviewed in India on August 27, 2020
    1.Get up and presentation-
    Big book. Thick,medium glossy pages. Sturdily bound. Suitable to endure the handling of a 4-5 yrs. Lovely colorful pictures to understand the story and attract them.
    2. About 30 pages long, funny story . More pictures, less word- perfect for a budding little reader .
    3. Rhyming lines. Simple enough, to be understandable, yet very matured classy language, enriching enough to build their vocabulary.
    4. Pictures play integral part in the story. Very effective and geographically accurate.
    5. Perfect delivery from Amazon. Original version.
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  • EvaMB
    5.0 out of 5 stars Maravilloso
    Reviewed in Spain on February 3, 2025
    Uno de los mejores libros que tiene mi hijo. Las ilustraciones son increíblemente entrañables, bonitas y originales... y la historia es muy buena.
  • Phaedra Clarke
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bedtime longer, I don't mind!
    Reviewed in Belgium on February 28, 2024
    We now read the gruffalo and the gruffalos child at bed time, a lovely rhyming story to follow the first.