{"product_id":"dick-king-smith-10-books-collection-set-childrens-fiction-ages-7-9-paperback","title":"Dick King-Smith 10 Books Collection Set - Children's Fiction - Ages 7-9 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Sheep-Pig\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Hodgeheg\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Invisible Dog\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Golden Goose\u003cbr\u003e\nSmasher\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Mouse Family Robinson\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Jenius\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Swoose\u003cbr\u003e\nHarry's Mad\u003cbr\u003e\nDinosaur Trouble\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9780241535745\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Penguin\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDiscover ten classic tales from beloved children's author Dick King-Smith, gathered in one charming paperback collection for readers ages 7-9. Best known for The Sheep-Pig, the story behind the film Babe, King-Smith fills these pages with clever pigs, brave hedgehogs, chatty parrots, and other unforgettable animal characters. Each story is short enough for confident chapter-book reading yet rich with humor, warmth, and gentle life lessons about courage, family, and friendship. Perfect for kids transitioning from picture books to independent reading, this set makes a wonderful gift or home library addition for young animal lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDick King-Smith spent twenty years farming in Gloucestershire before turning to writing, and that hands-on animal experience shines through every story in this ten-book set. His most famous creation, Babe the orphaned piglet from The Sheep-Pig, proves that kindness and determination can overcome low expectations, a message so beloved it inspired the Oscar-winning film Babe. The Hodgeheg follows a determined young hedgehog's daring road crossing, while The Invisible Dog turns a child's imagination into a heartwarming companion. The Golden Goose and Smasher bring farmyard comedy and loyalty to life, and The Mouse Family Robinson offers a cozy tale of a resourceful mouse household getting by on teamwork. The Jenius introduces a surprisingly brainy pig who outsmarts everyone on the farm, and The Swoose tells the charming story of a bird who is part swan, part goose, and entirely his own creature. Harry's Mad brings a wisecracking parrot into a boy's life, sparking humor and unlikely friendship, and Dinosaur Trouble rounds out the set with more of King-Smith's signature warmth and mischief. Across all ten titles, animals stand in for very human struggles like fitting in, standing up for yourself, and finding your place in a family. King-Smith's prose is simple without being simplistic, funny without losing sincerity, and endlessly readable aloud or independently, making it easy for parents and teachers to build a lasting reading habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTen complete Dick King-Smith stories in one paperback set for a home or classroom library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, accessible chapters perfect for readers ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeartwarming animal characters teaching courage and kindness without feeling preachy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes The Sheep-Pig, the story that inspired the film Babe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for read-aloud time, independent reading practice, or a birthday gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Sheep-Pig — Orphaned piglet Babe is raised by a sheepdog and proves he can herd sheep too.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Hodgeheg — Young hedgehog Max risks a dangerous road crossing to reach the park beyond.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Invisible Dog — A girl invents an imaginary Great Dane and discovers real friendship.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Golden Goose — A special goose's golden gift stirs up comedy on the farm.\u003cbr\u003e\nSmasher — A boisterous young sheepdog learns farm life to become a loyal helper.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Mouse Family Robinson — A resourceful mouse family gets by on cleverness and teamwork.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Jenius — A remarkably clever pig surprises the farm with his intelligence.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Swoose — Half swan, half goose, Bill must find his own place in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\nHarry's Mad — A boy inherits a talkative parrot, sparking humor and friendship.\u003cbr\u003e\nDinosaur Trouble — A lighthearted King-Smith tale full of warmth and animal mischief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDick King-Smith (1922-2011) was born and raised in Gloucestershire, England, surrounded by animals from an early age. He spent twenty years working as a farmer before becoming a teacher and, eventually, a full-time children's author. Drawing directly on his farming life, he wrote more than 100 books celebrated for their warmth, humor, and gentle wisdom. His best-known work, The Sheep-Pig, won the Guardian Children's Fiction Award and was adapted into the Oscar-winning film Babe. King-Smith remains one of Britain's most beloved children's authors, cherished for stories that make young readers laugh while teaching kindness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWith ten complete stories in one paperback set, this collection is a ready-made reading adventure for ages 7-9. It's an easy pick for birthday gifts, holiday stockings, summer reading lists, or classroom libraries, offering hours of laughter, warmth, and unforgettable animal characters kids will want to revisit again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dick King-Smith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57218258567542,"sku":"FBA-0241535743","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/dick-king-smith-10-books-collection-set-paperback-35191158.jpg?v=1785875024","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/dick-king-smith-10-books-collection-set-childrens-fiction-ages-7-9-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}