Dog on Wheels Goes Snowboarding
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Dog friends Dubbin and Todd have a snowy adventure when Dubbin flips off the wheels of his skateboard and turns it into a snowboard.
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Gillian McClure has dedicated four decades to her craft as both an author and illustrator. Her distinctive books have garnered significant acclaim and have been translated into numerous languages worldwide. Beyond her creative output, she has actively contributed to literary communities, serving on influential committees and mentoring emerging talent. McClure also championed the art of the picture book through her own publishing venture.
- 2020
- 2001
Tom Finger
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
One day a strange cat appears at the door. 'My name is Tom Finger,' he cries. Each day he appears, and each day he leaves a strange and wonderful gift: a silk purse, a lace handkerchief, an embroidered needle case. Queenie is completely entranced by him - her brother though is convinced he is a witch's cat. But Queenie is determined to find out - and one day starts following the cat through the snowy forest, following a trail of red wool…What Queenie finds at the end of the trail is totally unexpected.A book that has exquisite, beautiful illustrations,and a traditional feel that will be cherished for years to come.Praise for Tom Finger:'McClure's storytelling has a strange magical rhythm to it and her drawings have a wistful delicacy' Books for Keeps'enchanting' Financial Times'a magical tale, set in a snowy landscape' Daily Telegraph
- 1999
Peter has heard the legend of the Selkie, a seal who can turn into a girl, but he can't believe it when he rescues a real, live Selkie from the oysterman's nets. The two become firm friends, and Selkie teaches Peter the language of the sea. But someone else has spotted the Selkie, and Peter and his friend are in great danger. Suggested level: junior, primary
