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by Julia Donaldson (Author), Axel Scheffler (Illustrator)
A charming new picture book from the bestselling creators of The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom
Meet Wildebeest, Warthog, Spotted Hyena, Lappet-Faced Vulture, and Marabou Stork. On the African savanna, they're known as the Ugly Five, but for all their bumps and bristles, these animals are just as lovable and intriguing as their more celebrated counterparts.Told in Julia Donaldson's signature rollicking rhymes, with Axel Scheffler's rich and witty illustrations, this tale of taking pride in who you are shows that not every animal has to have a glorious mane or an impressive roar to win the hearts of readers everywhere.Author Biography
Axel Scheffler's award-winning books include Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, and The Gruffalo. His illustrations have been published in more than 30 countries. He lives in London, England.
Julia Donaldson served as the UK Children's Laureate from 2011 to 2013 and has written many bestselling and beloved children's books, including The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, and Stick Man. She lives in West Sussex in the south of the UK.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.4 x 8.8 x 11.4 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: July 31, 2018
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Ugly Five
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 3.7
Point Value: 0.5
