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The Lion Book of Five-Minute Animal Stories

Illustrated by John Bendall-Brunello, By (author) John Goodwin

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The best lessons come wrapped in the best stories. The Lion Book of Five-Minute Animal Stories brings ten timeless tales from around the world to life with humour, heart, and unforgettable animal characters children will adore. Each story teaches valuable lessons about friendship, kindness, courage, honesty, and discovering your unique talents. All delivered with the perfect dose of fun! Why families love this collection: > Ten diverse animal stories from global folklore and literature > Each story takes just 5 minutes, ideal for busy schedules > Retold with humour and liveliness that keeps kids engaged > Vibrant, detail-rich illustrations by John Bendall-Brunello > Meaningful lessons woven into engaging stories > Ideal for bedtime, classroom, libraries and group reading > Perfect for ages 3-7 What will your child discover? Overcoming shyness - A camel finds courage at a talent show The power of friendship - Unlikely animal friends team up in The Musicians of Bremen Kindness matters - A tiny mouse saves a mighty lion Consequences of greed - A cheeky monkey learns an important lesson Honesty wins - Cheating hedgehogs discover the truth always comes out Everyone has gifts - A nightingale's song proves every voice matters John Bendall-Brunello's energetic, witty illustrations perfectly capture each character's personality and bring the stories' humour and warmth to life. Children will return to these pages again and again, finding new details to giggle over and discuss. From classic fables to lesser-known gems, this collection becomes an instant family favourite. Stories included: The Musicians of Bremen, Party Time, The Nightingale, The Cheeky Monkey, The Lion and the Mouse, Princess Petunia and the Pig, The Hare and the Hedgehog, Fish Girl, The Talking Bear, and Chauntecleer the Cockerel. A timeless story collection for families and schools, perfect for sharing meaningful moments together.

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Normally shipped | Forthcoming
Publisher | SPCK Publishing
Published date | 15 May 2026
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Format | Hardback
Pages | 48
Dimensions | 260 x 215 x 0mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 0g
ISBN | 978-1-9157-4847-8
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