Julia Donaldson used to be a songwriter before she started writing books, and this is evident in many of her stories. The elements are against her and the witch loses her hat, bow and wand, but she makes new friends who help her find her belongings and when disaster strikes they save her from a witch eating dragon! To repay her friends the witch performs a magic spell and creates a magnificent new broom with room for all of them. This story follows a witch as she embarks on an eventful journey on her broomstick. Julia Donaldson always manages to create stories with great pace and excitement. Publishers Weekly About the Author Julia Donaldson lives in Glasgow, Scotland.Room on the Broom is another brilliant book from the creators of The Gruffalo. Kirkus Reviews In this lightweight, witty story, helpful animals find room on the broom of a generous witch.
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.
School Library Journal The wart-nosed witch and her passengers make magic that is sure to please. The illustrations are witty and wonderful. Review Quotes The story is in rhyme, bouncing merrily along, full of fun. But is there room on the broom for so many new friends? And when disaster strikes, will they be able to save the witch from the clutches of a hungry dragon? From the acclaimed creators of The Gruffalo, this enchanting story of quick wits and friendship is full of humor and adventure-and just the right amount of spookiness. Book Synopsis This fun family read-aloud is the perfect way to start Halloween celebrations with a sweet-but-slightly-spooky story that makes it an ideal gift book The witch and her cat couldnt be happier, flying through the sky on their broomstick-until the witch drops her hat, then her bow, then her wand! Luckily, three helpful animals find the missing items and all they want in return is a ride on the broomstick. About the Book From the acclaimed creators of The Gruffalo, this enchanting story of quick wits and friendship is full of humor and adventure and a bit of spookiness.
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