Gaby Hansen

Gaby Hansen

  • 5 stars across 23 books
Gaby Hansen was born in S Africa where she attended the School of Art, Ballet Drama and Music. She then went on to study Graphic Design and Illustration for 5 years, emerging with avery strong sense of how to convey a story in pictures. On her move to London in 1998 she quickly developed a career as an illustrator of children's books, much loved for her whimsical animal characters. She lives near Brighton and loves bookshops, sculpture and anything magical.
30th September 2003

Little Bear's Special Wish

Little Brown Bear has a very special wish. He wants to find the best birthday present in the whole world for his mummy. ... MoreLittle Bear's Special Wish

(3 reviews) Review
27th April 2015

The Very Worried Sparrow

This is the story of a sparrow who worries about everything - whether there will be enough to eat, where he will build h... MoreThe Very Worried Sparrow

(3 reviews) Review
1st June 2009

Molly and the Storm

Molly and the mice are caught in a storm. The other animals offer shelter but their nests are too high, too small or too... MoreMolly and the Storm

(2 reviews) Review
1st July 2013

The Wish Cat

Holly wants a cute little kitten more than anything else in the world. But when she wishes on a star, she ends up with a... MoreThe Wish Cat

(2 reviews) Review
1st September 2006

The Very Special Christmas

Molly Mouse is looking for Christmas decorations. Every animal is feeling generous, and she soon has all she needs. Howe... MoreThe Very Special Christmas

(2 reviews) Review
1st May 2009

Nursery Rhymes

(2 reviews) Review
31st July 2003

Ready for Bed!

Ready for Bed! Written by Jane Johnson Illustrated by Gaby Hansen oAaah, peace and quiet at last,o sighed Mrs Rabbit, tu... MoreReady for Bed!

(1 review) Review
30th April 2002

Big Bears Can!

When Mummy Bear goes out, leaving Big Bear in charge of Little Bear, Big Bear has a chance to prove that big bears can d... MoreBig Bears Can!

(1 review) Review
1st August 2002

Ready for Bed!

"Aaaah, peace and quiet at last," sighs Mrs Rabbit, tucking her children into bed. But it doesn't last for long! With he... MoreReady for Bed!

(1 review) Review
24th March 2006

The Very Worried Sparrow

This is the story of a sparrow who worries about everything - whether there will be enough to eat, where he will build h... MoreThe Very Worried Sparrow

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