This author explores the playful power of language and storytelling, often delving into the worlds of rhyme and rhythm to craft memorable characters and narratives. Her works, characterized by energy and adaptability, share with children the joy of play, role-playing, and story-sharing. She draws on her background in writing for television and music to create pieces that are not only entertaining but also encourage reading and creativity. Her writing is a testament to the importance of children's engagement and active learning, reflecting a deep understanding of what captivates young audiences.
Wander into the deep dark wood with this beautiful special anniversary edition board book slipcase containing the bestselling modern classics, The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child.
Wander into the deep dark wood with this exquisite gift slipcase edition of the bestselling modern classics, The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child.
This pack contains the following books: The paper dolls, what the Ladybird hear, the gruffalo's child, the buffalo, the snail and the whale, room on the broom, monkey puzzle, cave baby, Tyrannosaurus drip, the troll.
A rich and beautiful counting book full of gorgeous baby animals, with shaped pages, flaps and fold-outs from the UK's favourite author Julia Donaldson and award-winning illustrator Sharon King-Chai.
A moose took a dauner through the deep, mirk widd. A tod saw the moose and the moose looked guid. Come a wee bit further intae the deep, mirk widd, and find oot whit happens when the sleekit moose comes face tae face wi a hoolet, a snake and a hungry gruffalo. This children's classic presented in Scots.
With a focus on building phonics skills, this collection includes seven fun stories with colourful illustrations. It is ideal for children who are developing early reading skills. Find out about Singing Dad and Viv's Odd Pet, as well as Ron Rabbit's job at the fish and chip shop! Tips forreading together explain the letter patterns that each story focuses on and identify any words children may find tricky, helping you to get the most out of the collection.Former Children's Laureate and author of The Gruffalo, Julia Donaldson, has captivated children all over the world with her lively and engaging stories. Songbirds is a phonics programme carefully created by Julia to support children who are learning to read and is used in schools to inspire a loveof reading. There are eight Songbirds story collections for you to enjoy.Featuring much-loved characters, great authors, engaging storylines and fun activities, Read with Oxford offers an exciting range of carefully levelled reading books to build your child's reading confidence.Find practical advice, free eBooks and fun activities to help your child progress on a href="https://www.oxfordowl.co.uk/"oxfordowl.co.uk/a. Let's get them flying!
This sturdy board book features a special case-bound cover, making it an ideal gift edition. It is being released in anticipation of the animated film adaptation by Magic Light Pictures, set to premiere at Christmas.
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's bestselling picture book, SUPERWORM, is now available in an appealing read-alone format. This Early Reader edition contains the complete classic story and pictures, in a pocket-book format, and with an extra-clear font and layout, to support children who are gaining confidence in reading.
A rich and beautiful exploration of colours and painting full of beautiful landscapes and gorgeous animals, with shaped pages, flaps and fold-outs.
A string of paper dolls go on a fantastical adventure through the house and out into the garden. They soon escape the clutches of the toy dinosaur and the snapping jaws of the oven-glove crocodile, but then a very real pair of scissors threatens.
A stunning gift collection, perfect for every bookshelf
This collection features a delightful array of poems and rhymes curated by bestselling author Julia Donaldson, complemented by the charming illustrations of Becky Thorns. It offers readers a rich tapestry of lyrical works, making it a perfect gift for poetry lovers of all ages.
Celebrating the Nation's Favourite Picture-book Partnership
Explore the vibrant collaboration between Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler in this beautifully illustrated gift book. It showcases their remarkable creative journey, featuring captivating artwork and insightful information about their bestselling works. This celebration of their partnership offers fans a deeper understanding of their contributions to children's literature.
Draw and colour with the Gruffalo!The Gruffalo is a modern classic and one of the most popular picture books of recent years, with over 13.5 million copies sold worldwide. Featuring all the characters from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's beloved story, this great-value book is packed with scenes to colour in, as well as imaginative drawing activities. The Gruffalo Colouring Book is a must for Gruffalo fans!
A new, deluxe slipcased edition of The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child -- two of the world's favourite picture books. The award-winning stories about a clever little mouse outwitting the creatures of the deep dark wood have been delighting children and adults the world over for more than fifteen years. Created by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, the most successful picture-book partnership ever, they have been translated into over fifty languages and made into sell-out stage shows and Oscar-nominated films. Now these modern picture-book classics are available together as one very special gift. This specially designed slipcase is covered in shiny foil and features stunning new silhouette artwork from Axel Scheffler. Inside are two high quality hardback editions of the classic stories, The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, with extra-thick paper, deluxe finish and brand new cover artwork. This beautifully designed package is the perfect introduction to the Gruffalo -- an ideal Christening or birthday gift.
Packed with puzzles, colouring pages, stickers and games, this is an excting all-year-round activity book based on the bestselling book, STICK MAN, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Sticker book fun with the Gruffalo!Join all your favourite characters from the deep dark wood in this must-have sticker book based on the bestselling picture book The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.Packed with games, activities and over four hundred stickers, The Gruffalo Sticker Book is perfect for birthdays, rainy days and school holidays - a great gift for any child.Look out for: The Gruffalo's Child Sticker Book!
Celebrate 20 years of The Snail and the Whale with your favourite characters in this fun sticker book!
A brilliant board book with push, pull and slide mechanisms, based on the favourite picture book The Smartest Giant in Town by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
"How the cat purred and how the witch grinned, As they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind. The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch's hat, bow and wand. Luckily, they are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, who are all keen for a ride on the broom. It's a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn't used to such a heavy load and it's not long before...SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch's animal pals better think fast!"--Provided by publisher.
This is a rhyming story of a mouse and a monster. Little mouse goes for a walk in a dangerous forest. To scare off his enemies he invents tales of a fantastical creature called the Gruffalo. So imagine his surprise when he meets the real Gruffalo
Gruffalo Crumble and Other Recipes
Songbirds Phonics combines real phonic stories with interactive whiteboard software to deliver the requirements for high-quality phonics teaching resources. Written by award-winning Julia Donaldson, these stories provide fun, fully decodable texts with built-in progression help your pupils achieve immediate reading success. They are fully in line with the 2006 Framework and the simple view of reading. Each book includes notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants on the inside covers. This book is also available as part of a mixed pack of 6 different books or a class pack of 36 books of the same ORT stage. Each book pack comes with a free copy of up-to-date and invaluable teaching notes. The books are complemented by eSongbirds interactive whiteboard software which offers a systematic, quality phonics teaching through a multi-sensory approach.
Can Drake play a trick to escape in The Snake and the Drake?Songbirds Phonics are stories written by Julia Donaldson. The rich, patterned language is decodable making them perfect for phonics teaching and practice. Level 4 Songbirds Phonics books focus on spelling patterns for the long vowel sounds ee, ie, oa and ai.
A delightful phonics story by Julia Donaldson, the best-selling author of The Gruffalo. The structured Songbird Phonics programme enables quick progression in learning all 44 grapheme-phoneme correspondences. This book is also available in the More Songbirds Level 1+ pack of all 6 titles or in the More Songbirds Level 1+ class pack of 36.
With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, the TALES FROM ACORN WOOD have been delighting both parents and toddlers for fifteen years. Now two of the popular lift-the-flap stories from the creators of THE GRUFFALO are together in paperback for the first time, with a fresh new foiled cover look.Pig and Hen are playing hide-and-seek. But where on earth could Hen be? Lift the flaps and help Pig find out where she is hiding. Then join Bear as he delivers letters to his friends Frog, Squirrel and Mole -- and lift the flaps to see Bear's special birthday surprise!Look out for RABBIT'S NAP and FOX'S SOCKS, also available as a two-books-in-one paperback.
Magically mischievous Mirror-Belle is back and ready to sweep Ellen off on more exciting and hilarious escapades.
A fun-packed Annual featuring all your favourite characters from The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, and many more!
Dot the hospital dog is everyone's favourite visitor in this story of bravery and friendship from Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie - the creators of the Number 1 bestselling picture book, The Detective Dog.
The beautifully illustrated story of Bert - a little bird with a big heart who is looking for love. From the picture-book superstar pairing of Julia Donaldson and Catherine Rayner.
Celebrate twenty-five years of the modern classic The Gruffalo with this special anniversary edition of the story, featuring bonus extra material.
Join The Gruffalo, Mouse and all your favourite characters from the deep dark wood in this amazing magnetic book! Contains over 60 Gruffalo magnets, a special mini edition of the bestselling story, plus play scenes and exciting activities, including Mix-and-Match Monsters and the Great Big Gruffalo Quiz! With a neat clasp and sturdy carry handle, you can take the fun with you wherever you go! The perfect gift for all Gruffalo fans.
Especially created for World Book Day 2012, this fun farmyard song is based on the hugely popular WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD (978-0-230-70650-7). With MOOing and HISSing and BAAing and CLUCKing, the farmyard is full of noise. But when Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len hatch a plot to steal the fine prize cow, they don't reckon on the quietest animal of all to save the day! Set to music, this jolly farmyard singsong is ideal for all children who can't wait to spend their World Book Day voucher.
With a focus on building phonics skills, this collection includes six fun stories with colourful illustrations. It is ideal for children who are gaining more reading confidence. Find out what Clare does at the Fair, what happens at Tara's Party and how Jack meets the Giants! Tips for reading together explain the letter patterns that each story focuses on and identify any words children may find tricky, helping you to get the most out of the collection. Former Children's Laureate and author of The Gruffalo, Julia Donaldson, has captivated children all over the world with her lively and engaging stories. Songbirds is a phonics programme carefully created by Julia to support children who are learning to read and is used in schools to inspire a love of reading. There are eight Songbirds story collections for you to enjoy. Featuring much-loved characters, great authors, engaging storylines and fun activities, Read with Oxford offers an exciting range of carefully levelled reading books to build your child's reading confidence. Find practical advice, free eBooks and fun activities to help your child progress on a href=""oxfordowl.co.uk/a. Let's get them flying!
Join the fun in Acorn Wood! This large-format gift book contains three of the popular Tales From Acorn Wood stories: Postman Bear, Hide-and-Seek Pig and Rabbit's Nap. With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, this collection will delight parents and toddlers alike.
Tabby McTat is a busker's cat. He loves his life with Fred, singing along as people throw coins in their hat. Then one day, Fred has an accident, and the two are separated. How will they ever find each other again?
Songbirds Phonics combines real phonic stories with interactive whiteboard software to deliver the requirements for high-quality phonics teaching resources. Written by award-winning Julia Donaldson, these stories provide fun, fully decodable texts with built-in progression help your pupils achieve immediate reading success. They are fully in line with the 2006 Framework and the simple view of reading. Each book includes notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants on the inside covers. This book is also available as part of a mixed pack of 6 different books or a class pack of 36 books of the same ORT stage. Each book pack comes with a free copy of up-to-date and invaluable teaching notes. The books are complemented by eSongbirds interactive whiteboard software which offers a systematic, quality phonics teaching through a multi-sensory approach.
Songbirds Phonics combines real phonic stories with interactive whiteboard software to deliver the requirements for high-quality phonics teaching resources. Written by award-winning Julia Donaldson, these stories provide fun, fully decodable texts with built-in progression help your pupils achieve immediate reading success. They are fully in line with the 2006 Framework and the simple view of reading. Each book includes notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants on the inside covers. This book is also available as part of a mixed pack of 6 different books or a class pack of 36 books of the same ORT stage. Each book pack comes with a free copy of up-to-date and invaluable teaching notes. The books are complemented by eSongbirds interactive whiteboard software which offers a systematic, quality phonics teaching through a multi-sensory approach.
Step inside the world inside a book and celebrate fifteen years of reading with Charlie Cook with this special anniversary edition of the story.
More in the exciting Gruffalo baby and toddler series from the bestselling Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, featuring all your favourite characters from the deep dark wood. Learn about colours, numbers, opposites and animals with this set of four bold, bright board books, now available in a miniature slipcase.
Tim and his dog dig up lots of mud in Dig, Dig, Dig!. Songbirds Phonics are fully illustrated stories written by Julia Donaldson. The rich, patterned language is decodable making them perfect for phonics teaching and practice. Level 1+ Songbirds Phonics books focus on matching one sound to one letter, for example o as in dog.
Join Fox, Pig, Rabbit, Bear and all their animal friends in this beautiful gift edition of the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood stories by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of the modern classic, The Gruffalo. Help Fox to find his missing socks, join Bear as he posts letters to his friends, help tired Rabbit go to sleep and play hide-and-seek with Pig and her friends in this collection of four fun and interactive lift-the-flap stories. With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, the Tales from Acorn Wood Treasury is the perfect gift for toddlers everywhere. Includes all four Acorn Wood adventures: Fox's Socks, Rabbit's Nap, Hide-and-Seek Pig and Postman Bear.
Join all your favourite characters from the deep dark wood in this must-have sticker book based on the bestselling picture book The Gruffalo's Child.
There’s room on the broom for everyone, so come and join the fun with this special twentieth anniversary edition of the bestselling classic Room on the Broom, featuring the much-loved original story plus additional bonus content. The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch's hat, bow and wand. Luckily, they are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, who are all keen for a ride on the broom. It's a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn't used to such a heavy load and it's not long before . . . SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch's animal pals better think fast! Room on the Broom 20th Anniversary Edition features the classic story by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo, as well as extra-special bonus content to celebrate the anniversary year.
Celebrate 30 years of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's first ever picture book with this special anniversary edition including bonus content.
Julia Donaldson's favourite characters are now available as gorgeousboard books with soft felt flaps for toddlers to explore.
Magnet fun with The Snail and the Whale! Explore the deep sea and the wide world in this great magnetic book! Contains over 80 Snail and the Whale magnets, a special mini edition of the bestselling story, plus play scenes and fun activities, including Mixed-up Beasts, Match the Shadows and a Snail and the Whale quiz. With a neat clasp and sturdy carry handle, you can take the fun with you wherever you go! A perfect gift from the creators of The Gruffalo!
The Children's Laureate and best-selling author of The Gruffalo, Julia Donaldson, has carefully created the Songbirds Phonics series to support children who are learning to read. It builds children's confidence through a clear phonics development with gradual progression. This Stage 2 Songbirds collection contains 6 exciting phonics stories in 1!
When a crime needs solving, there's only one dog for the job! Join Nell the Detective and help solve the mystery of the missing books. There once was a dog with a keen sense of smell. She was known far and wide as Detective Dog Nell. Peter's dog Nell has an amazing sense of smell. Her ever-sniffing nose is always hard at work solving mysteries and finding all Peter's lost toys. But Nell has other talents too . . . When she's not cracking cases, Nell goes to school with Peter and listens to the children read. Books about dinosaurs, books about space and even books about dogs - Nell loves them all! But one day Peter and Nell arrive at school to find all the books have disappeared! Who could have taken them, and why? Luckily, Detective Dog Nell, with help from the whole class, is ready to sniff out the thief! Written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by the multi-talented illustrator and print-maker Sara Ogilvie, The Detective Dog is a fast-paced celebration of books, reading, libraries and the relationship between a little boy and his rather special dog.
Dive into the adventure with The Singing Mermaid, a delightful tale from the stellar picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, creators of What the Ladybird Heard. With brilliant rhyming verse, bright and distinctive illustrations, this story is loved by children and parents alike. Tempted by the promise of fame and fortune, the Singing Mermaid joins a circus. The crowds love her, but the poor mermaid is kept in a tank by the wicked circus owner Sam Sly, and she soon longs to return to the freedom of her ocean home . . . Enjoy more stories from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks: Sharing a Shell, The Princess and the Wizard, and Sugarlump and the Unicorn.
This Activity Book is packed full of inspiring activities for your child, including developing essential reading and writing skills. Presented in a fun and engaging way, this Activity Book from former Children's Laureate, Julia Donaldson, is perfect practice for your beginner reader.
Stage 3 More Songbirds are six brand new phonic stories to add to the successful Oxford Reading Tree Songbirds Phonics series. They are real stories written by the best-selling author of The Gruffulo, Julia Donaldson. All the stories support the latest curriculum developments.The Oxford Reading Tree Songbirds Phonics series * fully decodeable texts that build on pupils' phonic knowledge as they work through the 6 stages* opportunities for segmenting, blending and matching sounds and letter blends* lively illustrations by a variety of artists* flexible activities that can be tailored to your phonic teaching* exciting, interactive CD-ROMs to accompany all stagesThe six books revise all the phonics previously covered in Songbirds Stages 1+, 2, 3 and 4 and introduce the long vowel 'oo'.* The Red Man and the Green Man* The Pirates* Tails* Pen Pals* My Cat* Tim's Bad Mood ('oo' as in mood)
Songbirds Phonics combines real phonic stories with interactive whiteboard software to deliver the requirements for high-quality phonics teaching resources. Written by award-winning Julia Donaldson, these stories provide fun, fully decodable texts with built-in progression help your pupils achieve immediate reading success. They are fully in line with the 2006 Framework and the simple view of reading. Each book includes notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants on the inside covers. This book is also available as part of a mixed pack of 6 different books or a class pack of 36 books of the same ORT stage. Each book pack comes with a free copy of up-to-date and invaluable teaching notes. The books are complemented by eSongbirds interactive whiteboard software which offers a systematic, quality phonics teaching through a multi-sensory approach.
What can you see in the deep dark wood? Turn the pages to find out. This board book is "perfect for small paws".
Songbirds Phonics combines real phonic stories with interactive whiteboard software to deliver the requirements for high-quality phonics teaching resources. Written by award-winning Julia Donaldson, these stories provide fun, fully decodable texts with built-in progression help your pupils achieve immediate reading success. They are fully in line with the 2006 Framework and the simple view of reading. Each book includes notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants on the inside covers. This book is also available as part of a mixed pack of 6 different books or a class pack of 36 books of the same ORT stage. Each book pack comes with a free copy of up-to-date and invaluable teaching notes. The books are complemented by eSongbirds interactive whiteboard software which offers a systematic, quality phonics teaching through a multi-sensory approach.
The Children's Laureate and best-selling author of The Gruffalo, Julia Donaldson, has carefully created the Songbirds Phonics series to support children who are learning to read. It builds children's confidence through a clear phonics development with gradual progression. This Level 1+ Songbirds collection contains 6 exciting phonics stories in 1!
This pocket-sized collector's edition features the beloved story of The Gruffalo, presented in a unique format inspired by Queen Mary's Dolls' House. It's an ideal keepsake for fans of all ages, offering a charming and whimsical reading experience that celebrates the classic tale.
This collection features delightful songs by Julia Donaldson, showcasing her signature storytelling style. Performed by the author along with a full orchestra, the album brings her enchanting lyrics to life, creating a vibrant auditory experience. Perfect for fans of her work, it combines engaging melodies with imaginative themes, making it a joyful addition to any child's music library.
With 3 classic stories plus extra activities and games!
Engaging young readers, this collection features three beloved picture books by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, enriched with interactive elements. Each story includes songs, games, quizzes, and various activities, making it a delightful experience for children to explore and enjoy alongside the narratives.
Julia Donaldson is a celebrated children's author known for classics like The Gruffalo and What the Ladybird Heard. She has written various works, including fiction and poetry, and served as Children's Laureate. Axel Scheffler, her frequent illustrator, is acclaimed for his charming illustrations in beloved picture books and won the Illustrator of the Year award in 2018.
How many things can Mum Bug fit in her bag in Mum Bug's Bag?Songbirds Phonics are illustrated stories written by Julia Donaldson. The rich, patterned language is decodable making them perfect for phonics teaching and practice. Level 1+ Songbirds Phonics books focus on matching one sound to one letter, for example o as in dog.
What happens when a mammoth sniffs a skunk? Find out in The Trunk and the Skunk. Songbirds Phonics are stories written by Julia Donaldson. The rich, patterned language is decodable making them perfect for phonics teaching and practice. Level 3 Songbirds Phonics books focus on words with consonant clusters, e.g. str as in strap.
Paula looks after an unusual pet in Paula the Vet. Songbirds Phonics are stories written by Julia Donaldson. The language is decodable making them perfect for phonics teaching and practice. Level 6 Songbirds Phonics focus on spelling patterns for the long vowel sounds ar, au, ur, air, ear, ure and soft g.
Can Nasim fight the dragon in The Wrong Kind of Knight? Songbirds Phonics are stories written by Julia Donaldson. The rich, patterned language is decodable making them perfect for phonics teaching and practice. Level 4 Songbirds Phonics books focus on spelling patterns for the long vowel sounds ee, ie, oa and ai.
In Moan, Moan, Moan! Mum moans about everything!Songbirds Phonics are stories written by Julia Donaldson. The rich, patterned language is decodable making them perfect for phonics teaching and practice. Level 4 Songbirds Phonics books focus on spelling patterns for the long vowel sounds ee, ie, oa and ai.
Will Yasmin and Dad get everything they need in The Shopping List?Songbirds Phonics are illustrated stories written by Julia Donaldson. The rich, patterned language is decodable making them perfect for phonics teaching and practice. Level 3 Songbirds Phonics books focus on words with consonant clusters, e.g. str as in strap.
Imaginative, humorous plays presented by celebrated children's author Julia Donaldson and part of Bug Club - the reading scheme loved by kids across the UK.
Imaginative, humorous plays presented by celebrated children's author Julia Donaldson and part of Bug Club - the reading scheme loved by kids across the UK.
Wrap up warm and jump into winter with the Gruffalo!
Warm and charming Little Gem bestseller, now available with full colour illustrations. A perfectly pitched story for early readers from the former Children's Laureate and master of the market. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.
Two classic Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks stories in one beautifully designed box.
With her magic paintbrush, Shen can paint steaming pots full of fish and oysters to feed the hungry people in her village. When the evil emperor commands Shen to paint gold for him, she is determined to keep her promise to paint only for the poor. Julia Donaldson's vibrant verse brings fresh life to a traditional tale of how a little girl's integrity can withstand the corruption of power and greed.
Everyone's favourite accident-prone dragon is back - and now you can join in the fun too! This fantastic new activity book based on the bestselling book ZOG, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler is packed with over 400 stickers, colouring-in, stickers, dot-to-dots, puzzles, spot the difference, simple word searches and more.
A fabulously funny story from a winning picture book team!
Inspired by the real-life Ugly Five safari animals, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's brand-new picture book is a jubilant celebration of animals who are often rather unloved. The book is now available accompanied by an audio CD, performed by award-winning actress, Imelda Staunton.
A fun craft book, based on the bestselling The Snail and the Whale, packed full of make and do activities and over 200 stickers.
Soar into space with a glorious story of alien folk that's literally out of this world! The Smeds (who are red) never mix with the Smoos (who are blue). So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love, their families don't approve. But peace is restored and love conquers all in this irresistible tale from the creators of STICK MAN.
Growl along with the Gruffalo in this fun pre-school sound board book!
Written in Julia Donaldson's glorious rhyme and illustrated in glowingcolour by Axel Scheffler, THE SCARECROWS' WEDDING is a fabulouslove story. Scarecrows Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay are planningthe perfect wedding, but wicked Reginald Rake has other ideas. Harry must become a hero so he and Betty can have the weddingof their dreams.
