Room on the Broom (Reprint) - by Julia Donaldson (Board Book)

Dimensions (Overall): 7.32 Inches (H) x 6.38 Inches (W) x .82 Inches (D)
Weight: .63 Pounds
Number of Pages: 26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Holidays + Celebrations / Halloween, Humorous Stories
Format: Board Book
Publisher: Dial Books for Young Readers
Author: Julia Donaldson
Age Range: Baby - 3 Years
Language: English

About the Book

The "New York Times"-bestselling Halloween picture book is now a board book! This rollicking, rhyming tale from a master storyteller is the perfect Halloween read-aloud for the youngest listeners. A friendly witch, hungry dragon, and muddy monster learn about friendship.

Book Synopsis

This fun family read-aloud is a story of quick wits, friendship, and inclusivity from the creators of The Gruffalo, and this board book edition is perfect for little hands.

This rollicking, rhyming tale from master storyteller Julia Donaldson is the perfect Halloween read-aloud for the youngest listeners. A friendly witch, hungry dragon, and muddy monster learn about friendship, and readers will delight in the surprising (and not too scary) ending.

Review Quotes

The story is in rhyme, bouncing merrily along, full of fun. The illustrations are witty and wonderful. The result is a surefire read-aloud hit. -School Library Journal

The wart-nosed witch and her passengers make magic that is sure to please. Effective use of brilliant colors set against well-conceived backgrounds detail the story without need for text--but with it, the story--and the broom--take off. -Kirkus Reviews

In this lightweight, witty story, helpful animals find room on the broom of a generous witch. -Publishers Weekly

About The Author

Julia Donaldson is the internationally bestselling author of many popular books for children. Her Smarties Prize-winning modern classic, The Gruffalo, has sold more than 13.5 million copies worldwide, and the Halloween favorite Room on the Broom is a perennial best seller. In addition to children's books, she has written many children's plays and songs and runs regular storytelling workshops. She was the Waterstones Children's Laureate from 2011-2013.

Axel Scheffler is an award-winning, internationally-acclaimed illustrator of some of the most well-loved children's books, including Julia Donaldson's best-selling modern classic The Gruffalo, which has sold millions of copies worldwide. He lives in London.