{"product_id":"julia-donaldson-axel-scheffler-4-board-books-collection-set-ages-2-5-board-book","title":"Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 4 Books Collection Set - Ages 2-5 - Board Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCharlie Cook's Favourite Book\u003cbr\u003eThe Gruffalo\u003cbr\u003eThe Gruffalo's Child\u003cbr\u003eRoom on the Broom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Board Book\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Macmillan Children's Books\u003cbr\u003eAge Range: Ages 2-5 (Preschool-Kindergarten)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis charming four-book board book set brings together some of the best-loved picture book characters created by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. From the deep dark wood of The Gruffalo to the windy skies above Room on the Broom, each sturdy board book is built for little hands and repeat read-aloud sessions. Bouncy rhyming text and bright, characterful artwork make this collection a wonderful introduction to the Donaldson and Scheffler picture book world for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers who are just beginning to fall in love with storytime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler have created some of the most recognizable characters in modern children's publishing, and this board book set gathers four of their most cherished stories in a format built for the youngest readers. The Gruffalo follows a clever mouse who invents a terrifying monster to outwit a fox, an owl, and a snake, only to meet the real thing deep in the wood. Its sequel, The Gruffalo's Child, sends the Gruffalo's curious daughter into the snow in search of the legendary big bad mouse. Room on the Broom follows a kind witch who welcomes a growing crowd of animal friends onto her broomstick, until it snaps and a hungry dragon appears. Charlie Cook's Favourite Book takes readers on a playful journey through a book within a book. Together, these stories showcase Donaldson's rhyming verse and Scheffler's warm illustrations, presented as sturdy board books built for sticky fingers and years of bedtime routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes four of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's most popular picture book stories in durable board book format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhyming, read-aloud text builds early vocabulary and listening skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy board book pages withstand little hands, perfect for babies and toddlers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright, characterful illustrations bring the deep dark wood to life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact size is easy to pack for car rides, nursery, or daycare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA brand new gift set ideal for birthdays, baby showers, and classroom libraries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCharlie Cook's Favourite Book — Charlie reads a story about a pirate reading about a princess, a knight, and a troll, celebrating storytelling itself.\u003cbr\u003eThe Gruffalo — A quick-witted mouse invents a monster to scare off a fox, an owl, and a snake, then meets the real Gruffalo in the wood.\u003cbr\u003eThe Gruffalo's Child — The Gruffalo's daughter sneaks into the snowy wood in search of the legendary big bad mouse.\u003cbr\u003eRoom on the Broom — A kind witch shares her broomstick with animal friends, until it snaps and a hungry dragon appears.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJulia Donaldson is a British author and former UK Children's Laureate whose rhyming picture books are modern classics in homes and classrooms. Her best-known work, The Gruffalo, won the Smarties Prize and has sold more than 13.5 million copies worldwide, while Room on the Broom remains a perennial Halloween favorite. Axel Scheffler is an award-winning, internationally acclaimed illustrator best known for his long-running partnership with Donaldson, together forming one of the most beloved teams in children's publishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis board book set pairs four treasured Donaldson and Scheffler stories in one sturdy, giftable bundle. Perfect as a baby shower gift, birthday present, holiday stocking stuffer, or new addition to a classroom or nursery reading corner, it offers hours of rhyming, read-aloud fun that young children will ask for again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\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":"Julia Donaldson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59256395268470,"sku":"MAN-VRT-MAC-U0912-0678471533","price":44.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/julia-donaldson-axel-scheffler-gruffalo-board-books.jpg?v=1793965631","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/julia-donaldson-axel-scheffler-4-board-books-collection-set-ages-2-5-board-book","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}