Charlie Changes Into a Chicken
'Charlie changes into a chicken' is (probably) unlike any other book you will read. It is ridiculous, funny and has some serious themes running through it (the main character, Charlie, has a brother in hospital who is awaiting the results of a scan, and is also the target of the school bully). How does Charlie cope with his anxieties? By changing into various animals, of course! Why does this happen? Charlie's group of friends are determined to find out, and undertake various experiments to seek out the cause. This book is full of quirky characteristics (footnotes, Q & A's from readers, the author discussing the plot with the reader...). It bounces around and keeps you entertained the whole way through, there are certainly never any boring bits. It was a great story to read aloud to my son, and as with all good children's books it was an enjoyable story for both of us.
My son loved this book, and we are pleased to learn there will be more. Definitely recommend for fans of Mr Gum and The Nothing to See Here Hotel series.
My son loved this book, and we are pleased to learn there will be more. Definitely recommend for fans of Mr Gum and The Nothing to See Here Hotel series.
