Alan Baker

Alan Baker

  • 5 stars across 10 books
Jonathan was born in 1965, the son of a rig fitter and a primary school teacher. He first developed his skills as a writer and illustrator while studying architecture, illustrating poems and lyrics that he had written. After leaving college, he worked as an architect for several years, before pursuing a career in children's books. In addition to writing books such as Bringing Down the Moon, and Ruby Flew Too, he also paper-engineers pop-up books.
20th March 2006

William's Dragons

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7th July 2016

The Battle of Bubble and Squeak

'Philippa Pearce's books are outstanding' - GuardianSid, Peggy and Amy adore the two gerbils, Bubble and Squeak, but the... MoreThe Battle of Bubble and Squeak

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30th November 1988

Mike and Lottie

In this quasi-photographic book, Mike proudly describes his kitten and compares it with other cats. It is written in rhy... MoreMike and Lottie

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1st September 2011

Growing and Changing: Band 04/Blue

As we grow up, our bodies grow and change with us. This information book by Teresa Heapy looks at the changes that happe... MoreGrowing and Changing: Band 04/Blue

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7th February 2005

The Hidden Forest

Looking for his lost fish trap, Ben thinks he sees something dark moving under the water. Is it a creature or only his i... MoreThe Hidden Forest

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24th July 2004

Goodnight William

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31st January 2001

Science Scheme

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11th February 2010

A World of Food: Caribbean

This book is part of an eight book series A World of Food, which explores the cuisine's of different countries around t... MoreA World of Food: Caribbean

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