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The Gruffalo

The classic rhyming picture book adventure and must-read bedtime family favourite

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The Gruffalo

By: Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler
Narrated by: Imelda Staunton
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Brought to life by the magical voice of Imelda Staunton, beloved narrator of The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, and family-favourite star of Harry Potter and Paddington.

Complete with a song and read-along track, bringing to life the animals that live in the deep, dark wood . . .

A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood.
A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good.

Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo!

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a bestselling phenomenon across the world with over 13.5 million copies sold. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come.

Perfect for listening to at home, in the car, at bedtime – or any time at all!

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A modern classic.
One of the best picture books ever written.
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Loved the story as did my six year old daughter. I'd recommend it to any young at heart reader/listener.

great for kids

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Who doesn’t love the gruffalo? A gruffalo what’s a gruffalo? lol even I don’t mind listening to it.

Kids love it

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Where are the Scottish accents?! Music and sound quality could’ve been better but an engaging narration.

Sound quality could be better

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