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THE GORILLA WHO WANTED TO GROW UP
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| By: |
Jill Tomlinson, Paul Howard (Illus) |
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Paperback |
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£5.99 |
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£4.37 |
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£1.62 |
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| ISBN 10: |
1405271957 |
| ISBN 13: |
9781405271950 |
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Currently 18 available |
| Publisher: |
EGMONT UK LTD |
| Pub. date: |
2 January, 2014 |
| Pages: |
112 |
| Description: |
Pongo is a young, mischievous gorilla living in the mountains of Africa. He wants to grow up to be brave and clever like his dad, and perhaps even become leader of the pack one day. But it is not until his little sister is born that Pongo discovers that growing up isn't just about having a big chest to thump. |
| Synopsis: |
A heart-warming classic children's story from the author of The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark about a Gorilla who's looking to the future.Pongo is a young gorilla who lives in the mountains of Africa. He has long glossy black hair and a black shiny nose. But Pongo can't wait to grow up, when he will have a silver back like his father's and a big chest that he can thump.Filled with gentle humour and comfort, Jill Tomlinson's animal stories have been enjoyed by children who want to snuggle down with a good read for decades. Perfect for kids aged 5+ who love Julia Donaldson, and Dick King Smith's The Sheep Pig. This edition is beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard.Have you enjoyed all of Jill's animal stories?The Owl Who Was Afraid of the DarkThe Cat Who Wanted to Go HomeThe Gorilla Who Wanted to Grow UpThe Hen Who Wouldn't Give UpThe Otter Who Wanted to KnowThe Penguin Who Wanted to Find OutJill Tomlinson never intended to be a writer. She trained as an opera singer, and then decided to have a family whilst her voice matured. But illness intervened, and she had to find another outlet for her energies. She started on a journalism course, and by the third lesson decided she wanted to write for children. So she did! Jill Tomlinson's animal stories are much-loved and have been best-selling children's books for nearly four decades. |
| Reader Age: |
From 5 to 8 years |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
Egmont Books Ltd |
| Returns: |
Returnable |
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Book Level : 3.5
Interest Level : Middle Yrs
Points : 1
Quiz number : 227060
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