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Silly Billy

Ages 3 to 5
Paperback

Synopsis

An atmospheric exploration of childhood worries and how to overcome them, by the 2000 Hans Christian Andersen Medal Winner.

Billy is a bit of a worrier. He worries about hats and shoes. He worries about clouds and rain and giant birds. Most of all he worries about staying at other people's houses. His mum and dad try to help, but still Billy worries ... until a visit to his grandma's shows him how to overcome his fears with the aid of his imagination – and some tiny worry dolls.

Details

05 November 2007
32 pages
9781406305760
Imprint: Walker Books

Reviews

A perfect book for a child who worries.THE Book Magazine, THE Book Magazine
Just right as a soothing companion for any child at bedtime.The Independent, The Independent
Anthony Browne's meticulous pictures intrigue the eye and set the imagination spinning.Child Education PLUS, Child Education PLUS
The perfect, reassuring read for a child who worries, written with empathy and warmth and offering a child-friendly ‘action plan’ for anxiety.The School Run, The School Run