Dick King-Smith 10 Books Collection Set Featuring The Sheep-Pig & Hodgeheg - Ages 7-9 - Paperback

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Titles in This Set. The Sheep-Pig. The Hodgeheg. The Invisible Dog. The Golden Goose. Smasher. The Mouse Family Robinson. The Jenius. The Swoose. Harry's Mad. Dinosaur Trouble. Details. Condition: New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780241535745. Publisher: Puffin (Penguin). Age Range: 7-9 years. Overview. This 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.. About the Books. Each 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.. Ten complete paperback stories from a Guardian Award-winning children's author. Ideal for independent readers aged 7-9 building reading stamina and confidence. Great for bedtime reading, classroom story time, or reading challenges. Animal-led storytelling that builds empathy, vocabulary and imagination. Excellent value — ten popular titles bundled in one collection. A lasting addition to any child's home library. About the Author. Dick 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.. Why You'll Love This Collection. Ten 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.. Please Note: Cover design may vary slightly from the image shown; UK ISBN and UK edition supplied.