Great picture books to perform
Julia Donaldson recommends these great picture books for using as the basis for drama performances in and out of the classroom.
Julia Donaldson recommends these great picture books for using as the basis for drama performances in and out of the classroom.
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Handa's Surprise
Preschoolers will love following Handa on her journey as her basket of fruit is eaten by a host of cheeky animals
Read about Handa's Surprise -
I'm the Best
Dog’s friends become dejected by his boastfulness, before realising that they all have things they do well too.
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Tyrannosaurus Drip
A duckbill dinosaur egg is mistakenly hatched by a fierce, war-loving Tyrannosaurus family.
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One Ted Falls Out of Bed
This book is brilliant for bedtime.
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The Magic Paintbrush
A traditional Chinese tale celebrating creativity, imagination and courage in the face of adversity
Read about The Magic Paintbrush -
Mr Wolf's Pancakes
Mr Wolf wants to make pancakes but is unable to read the recipe book, write the names of the ingredients or count the money to buy them. Will his neighbours help?
Read about Mr Wolf's Pancakes -
Dogger
In this lovable story, Dave's beloved Dogger is lost and found.
Read about Dogger -
We're Going on a Bear Hunt
This is the perfect book to read aloud.
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I Want to Be
In this entertaining sequel to I Want My Potty, the princess is intent on growing up, but can't decide to do it.
Read about I Want to Be -
Timothy and the Strong Pyjamas
Timothy’s bedtime routine involves working hard to grow up strong (press ups, drinking milk, and meditating on lions). But his pyjamas are taking the strain.
Read about Timothy and the Strong Pyjamas -
Where the Wild Things Are
First published in 1963 this classic picture book still holds a fascination for children and adults, evoking the fierce intensity of childhood, conveyed by Sendak's atmospheric illustrations.
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The Elephant and the Bad Baby
This irresistible story has a naughty baby hero.
Read about The Elephant and the Bad Baby -
Farmer Duck
There once was a lazy farmer who spent his days in bed eating chocolate while his duck did all the hard work around the farm.
Read about Farmer Duck











