A classic collection of tales for young readers of about five, featuring beloved characters and lively stories by Michael Bond, Jill Barklem, Elizabeth Laird and others, chosen by children’s book expert, Julia Eccleshare.
Paddington Bear tries to buy a birthday present, the animals of Brambly Hedge set off to the seaside; A greedy queen insists on having the biggest tree in the world, but will Cinderella get to go to the ball?
These classic stories are wonderful to share and enjoy with your child at any time of the year, or would make the perfect birthday gift.
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Julia Eccleshare was born and educated in Cambridge. Her accomplished career includes editing for the Times Literary Supplement, Puffin Books and Hamish Hamilton. Julia currently works for The Guardian.
For Orchard books Julia has edited the story collection How the Camel got His Hump and the poetry collection First Poems. (September 2000)
Julia is married
