
Titles in This Set
Winnie and Wilbur: Winnie the Witch
Winnie and Wilbur: The Big Bad Robot
Winnie and Wilbur: The Broomstick Ride
Winnie and Wilbur: The Dinosaur Day
Winnie and Wilbur: The Magic Wand
Winnie and Wilbur: In Winter
Winnie and Wilbur: Happy Birthday, Winnie
Winnie and Wilbur: In Space
Winnie and Wilbur: The Midnight Dragon
Winnie and Wilbur: The New Computer
Winnie and Wilbur: The Haunted House
Winnie and Wilbur: At the Seaside
Winnie and Wilbur: The Amazing Pumpkin
Winnie and Wilbur: The Pirate Adventure
Winnie and Wilbur: Under the Sea
Winnie and Wilbur: The Flying Carpet
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780192775061
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Age Range: Ages 5-7 (Kindergarten-Grade 2)
Overview
Meet Winnie the Witch and her big black cat Wilbur in this joyful 16-book paperback collection from Valerie Thomas and illustrator Korky Paul. Since Winnie the Witch first delighted readers in 1987, the pair have starred in one hilarious mishap after another, from wobbly spells to runaway broomsticks. Each story is a short, self-contained picture book bursting with bold, busy artwork and warm humor that rewards repeat readings. Ideal for read-aloud time or early independent reading practice, this collection introduces young readers to one of Britain's best-loved picture book duos in one giftable set.
About the Books
Many children fall in love with reading through characters they want to visit again and again — and Winnie the Witch has been exactly that kind of character since her first appearance in 1987. Valerie Thomas's stories follow Winnie, a scatterbrained but big-hearted witch who lives in a black house with her equally black cat, Wilbur. The trouble is, Winnie keeps losing track of Wilbur against all that blackness, and her well-meaning magical fixes tend to spiral into delightfully chaotic new problems. Korky Paul's illustrations are dense, funny, and endlessly rewarding to pore over, packed with sight gags, hidden details, and Winnie's unmistakable stripy-socked energy on every page. This 16-book set brings together some of the pair's most memorable adventures, sending Winnie and Wilbur broomstick-riding through storms, hunting a runaway robot, meeting a baby dragon at midnight, decorating pumpkins, sailing under the sea, and zooming off on a flying carpet. Each book is a complete, bite-sized story, making the set perfect for bedtime or classroom read-alouds. The stories gently explore friendship, problem-solving, and the idea that even magical mistakes can be fixed with a little cleverness and kindness. Because every title stands on its own, children can dip into the collection in any order, discovering favorites and revisiting them again and again. For families building a home library or teachers stocking a classroom shelf, this bundle offers reliable, funny, beautifully illustrated stories that have introduced generations of children to picture books.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Winnie the Witch — The story that started it all, as Winnie's spell to see her black cat against her black house turns Wilbur an unexpected shade of green.
The Big Bad Robot — Winnie builds a robot to help around the house, only to discover that a little too much magic can make even the most helpful gadget go hilariously wrong.
The Broomstick Ride — A gusty storm sends Winnie and Wilbur on a wild, windswept broomstick journey full of narrow escapes and laugh-out-loud turbulence.
The Dinosaur Day — A spell gone slightly askew whisks Winnie back to the age of dinosaurs, where she and Wilbur must find their way home again.
The Magic Wand — When Winnie's trusty wand starts misbehaving, she learns that even a witch's most reliable tool can bring surprising new chaos.
In Winter — Winnie tries to conjure a snowy wonderland for Wilbur, discovering that magic and winter weather don't always mix as planned.
Happy Birthday, Winnie — Wilbur and friends plan a birthday surprise for Winnie, leading to a party full of magical mix-ups and warm celebration.
In Space — A spell sends Winnie and Wilbur rocketing beyond the clouds for a starry, out-of-this-world adventure.
The Midnight Dragon — A mysterious baby dragon appears at midnight, and Winnie must use her cleverness as much as her magic to help it find its way.
The New Computer — Winnie tries her hand at modern technology, and her spell-powered computer quickly proves to have a mind of its own.
The Haunted House — Winnie and Wilbur investigate spooky noises in a haunted house, turning a scary night into a funny, feel-good ghost story.
At the Seaside — A day at the beach turns magical when Winnie's spells stir up waves, sandcastles, and seaside surprises for Wilbur.
The Amazing Pumpkin — Winnie grows a pumpkin patch with a magical boost, and the results end up far bigger and stranger than she bargained for.
The Pirate Adventure — Winnie and Wilbur set sail on a swashbuckling seafaring quest, complete with treasure, trouble, and plenty of magical mishaps.
Under the Sea — A spell takes Winnie and Wilbur beneath the waves to explore an underwater world full of color and curious sea creatures.
The Flying Carpet — Winnie conjures a flying carpet for a magical joyride, though keeping it steady proves trickier than she expects.
About the Author
Valerie Thomas is a British author best known for creating Winnie the Witch, first published in 1987 in partnership with illustrator Korky Paul. A former teacher, Thomas drew on her classroom experience to craft stories with warmth, humor, and gentle lessons that resonate with young children. Winnie the Witch has since grown into a long-running, much-loved series, with Winnie and her black cat Wilbur appearing in numerous picture books, activity books, and early readers. Thomas's storytelling, paired with Korky Paul's richly detailed artwork, has made Winnie and Wilbur a fixture on bookshelves and in classrooms for generations of young readers.
Why You'll Love This Collection
From spellbound seasides to midnight dragons, this Winnie and Wilbur collection is packed with sixteen funny, magical adventures kids will want to revisit again and again. It's a wonderful birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, or addition to a classroom library, offering hours of read-aloud fun and a gentle boost for growing readers.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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