What the Ladybird Heard at Christmas
The Perfect Christmas Gift
(Author) Julia DonaldsonJoin everyone's favourite crime-busting ladybird this festive season as she saves the day with another cunning plan in the fifth story in the brilliantly funny, bestselling What the Ladybird Heard series. In a big old house, the ladybird is visiting her friend the spider for the festive season. But those two bad men, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len, are up to no good again. They have a devious plan - to steal the children's Christmas presents from their stockings! It's a good thing that the clever little ladybird has overheard their awful plotting, and she has a cunning plan to make sure they don't get away with it. Packed full of fun, What the Ladybird Heard at Christmas is a fantastically lively rhyming adventure from the bestselling picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. Enjoy more adventures with the clever little ladybird in What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard Next, What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday, and What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside.
Julia Donaldson
Julia Donaldson is a British author known for her popular children's books, characterized by catchy rhymes and engaging storytelling. Some of her most notable works include "The Gruffalo," "Room on the Broom," and "Stick Man." Donaldson's books have been praised for their creativity, humor, and imaginative illustrations, making them beloved by children and parents alike. Her ability to captivate young readers with her whimsical characters and clever plots has solidified her as a leading figure in children's literature. "The Gruffalo" stands out as her most famous work, having won numerous awards and been adapted into a successful stage play and animated film. Donaldson's contributions to the genre have helped shape the landscape of children's literature and continue to inspire generations of young readers.