"Please Mrs Butler, this boy Derek Drew
Keeps copying my work, Miss. What shall I do?"
Discover this hilarious collection of poetry by award-winning Allan Ahlberg, perfect for primary school children.
Packed with playful poems about reading tests, never-ending school projects and playground quarrels, this collection has delighted generations of children and adults alike. Voted the most important children's poetry book of the 20th century in a Books for Keeps poll, Please Mrs Butler belongs in every child's bedroom.
'Hilarious and poignant school verses about primary school life. A real winner' - The Guardian
'Clever, funny and nostalgic, the collection is a delight' - Sunday Times
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Starting School
Heard It In The Playground
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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Allan Ahlberg Biography
Allan Ahlberg was born on 5th June 1938 in Croydon. Allan and his wife, Janet Ahlberg, worked together for 20 years creating many children's books, including picture books, before Janet passed away in 1994. Allan wrote the stories while Janet illustrated them.
Allan has published over 100 children's books and has won awar
