{"product_id":"dick-king-smith-10-books-collection-set-ages-7-9-paperback","title":"Dick King-Smith 10 Books Collection Set Featuring The Sheep-Pig \u0026 Hodgeheg - 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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9780241535745\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Puffin (Penguin)\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: 7-9 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis ten-book paperback collection gathers some of Dick King-Smith's best-loved animal stories in one charming set, including the Guardian Award-winning The Sheep-Pig. Perfect for confident young readers aged 7-9, it's an ideal introduction to a much-loved children's author whose warm, funny and gently instructive tales have entertained generations. A wonderful gift for birthdays, Christmas, or simply building a home reading library that will be returned to again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach story in this collection showcases Dick King-Smith's trademark blend of humour, heart and a deep understanding of animals and the countryside. The Sheep-Pig follows Babe, an orphaned piglet raised by Farmer Hogget and his sheepdog Fly, as he defies expectation to herd sheep. The Hodgeheg introduces Max, a brave young hedgehog determined to find a safe route across a busy road. The Invisible Dog is a whimsical tale of a girl's imaginary Great Dane who becomes surprisingly real. The Golden Goose follows down-on-his-luck Farmer Skint after a golden gosling changes his fortunes, while Smasher tells the warm story of a family welcoming four new puppies. The Mouse Family Robinson follows Beaumont Robinson's escape from a prowling cat, and The Jenius sees Judy train her guinea pig to prove just how clever he really is. The Swoose asks what happens when you're not quite a swan and not quite a goose, Harry's Mad introduces a wonderfully unpredictable inherited parrot, and Dinosaur Trouble brings prehistoric mischief to the Great Plain. Together, these stories offer variety in tone and subject while remaining unmistakably King-Smith — accessible, funny and full of heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTen complete paperback stories from a Guardian Award-winning children's author\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for independent readers aged 7-9 building reading stamina and confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for bedtime reading, classroom story time, or reading challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnimal-led storytelling that builds empathy, vocabulary and imagination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent value — ten popular titles bundled in one collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA lasting addition to any child's home library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDick King-Smith (1922-2011) was one of Britain's best-loved children's authors, writing over 100 books during his lifetime. A former farmer, his stories are steeped in genuine affection for animals and rural life, drawn from his own experiences. He is best known for The Sheep-Pig, which won the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize and was adapted into the Oscar-nominated film Babe. His books have sold millions of copies worldwide and continue to be treasured by new generations of young readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTen timeless, funny and heartfelt animal stories in one paperback set — brilliant for growing readers, brilliant value, and a guaranteed hit for animal-loving children who want stories they'll want to read again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover design may vary slightly from the image shown; UK ISBN and UK edition supplied.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dick King-Smith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42807543365869,"sku":"PLD11866","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/products\/dick-king-smith-10-books-collection-set-paperback.jpg?v=1784288822","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/dick-king-smith-10-books-collection-set-ages-7-9-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}