Hubert Horatio: A Very Fishy Tale by Lauren Child - World Book Day - Ages 7-9 - Paperback

Details:. Condition: Brand New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780008327439. Publisher: HarperCollins Children's Books. Age Range: 7-9. Overview. Hubert Horatio: A Very Fishy Tale is a laugh-out-loud World Book Day 2019 title from beloved author-illustrator Lauren Child, creator of Charlie and Lola and Clarice Bean. Perfect for newly confident readers aged 7-9, this short, richly illustrated paperback follows the astonishingly sensible baby Hubert Horatio as an ordinary day spirals into a wild, salty rescue mission. Witty, warm, and full of Child's signature visual flair, it's an ideal introduction to independent reading and a brilliant gift for young book lovers.. About the Book. Hubert Horatio Bartle Bobton-Trent is, without question, one of the most responsible and clever children you are ever likely to meet - which is just as well, given how wonderfully scatterbrained his parents happen to be. When a shopping trip distraction leads to Hubert's pram rolling away unattended, an ordinary family outing quickly transforms into an extraordinary, death-defying (and distinctly fishy) adventure. Swept along by a chain of comic misadventures involving fishmongers, newspapers, and a good deal of seaside chaos, baby Hubert must rely on his own remarkable good sense to find his way home again. Written especially for World Book Day 2019, this short story showcases Lauren Child's unmistakable blend of playful prose, sly humour, and inventive collage-style illustration. Packed with newspaper headline gags, quirky asides, and Child's trademark visual jokes, the story rewards close, repeated reading and is designed to appeal just as much to reluctant readers as to book-loving bookworms. At a compact 96 pages, it builds reading stamina without feeling overwhelming. Fans of Charlie and Lola or Clarice Bean will recognise the affectionate, slightly chaotic family dynamic and gentle wit that runs through Child's work, while newcomers will find an accessible, funny standalone story.. Fun,