A delightful and amusing tale that children will want to read again and again.
A delightful and amusing tale that children will want to read again and again. Beautifully illustrated in a way which enhances the story and adds to the enjoyment. The story can be used in a number of different ways to teach children lessons about looking after their possessions and being inclusive, about working together and about being brave. It truly is a story that will be remembered long after it has been read.
The illustrations are particularly lovely and when I asked my granddaughter, she told me she liked the pictures the most.
I read this book with my 4yr old granddaughter. The was a nice little story about a group of clothes taking the opportunity to take flight from their unfortunate owner. The illustrations are particularly lovely and when I asked my granddaughter, she told me she liked the pictures the most.
The story teaches young readers to take a stand if they are unhappy and to work with others as a team. I highly recommend this book, which will appeal to children up to the age of 10.
The Runaway Clothes by Julian Armistead and illustrated by Soham De is a delightful children’s book. This amusing 24-page book introduces us to Fergus MacFogarty’s neglected clothes. He carelessly flings them off when he goes swimming in the river. MacFogarty hasn’t bothered to mend and clean them, and they are tired of this situation. They decide to seize this opportunity to escape. The shoes, socks, trousers, shirt, and hat set off together. However, MacFogarty spots them. What will happen next? Will the clothes be able to escape and enjoy some adventures without their indifferent owner or will he re-claim them and spoil their plans? The author uses descriptive language and alliteration to craft an entertaining story. Each page has a few lines of engaging text and a colourful and humorous watercolour illustration. I loved the faces and expressions on all the items of clothing. The illustrations give the impression of movement which also adds to the fast pace of the story. The story teaches young readers to take a stand if they are unhappy and to work with others as a team. I highly recommend this book, which will appeal to children up to the age of 10.