Tom’s father is so afraid of animals – even snails and butterflies scare him – that won’t come out of the house. Tom decides to take drastic measures. First, he trains a polar bear and sneaks it into the house. Then he smuggles in a tiger, a squid, a tortoise, a snake, two peacocks, three hippos and a small flock of flamingos. His father doesn’t seem to notice, but what will happen when he does?
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
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Edward van de Vendel has written dozens of books for children and young adults, including a Dog Like Sam and The Dog That Nino Didn't Have. Philip Hopman studied at the Rietveld Academy and has illustrated more than 250 books, including A Dog Like Sam, Mikis and the Donkey and Soldier Bear.
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