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Slinky Malinki's Christmas Crackers
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Slinky Malinki's Christmas Crackers by Lynley Dodd is an enchanting tale that captures the curiosity and mischief of one spirited cat during the festive season. This large-format, board book edition of the beloved story from the bestselling Hairy Maclary and Friends series is specially designed for...
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Slinky Malinki's Christmas Crackers by Lynley Dodd is an enchanting tale that captures the curiosity and mischief of one spirited cat during the festive season. This large-format, board book edition of the beloved story from the bestselling Hairy Maclary and Friends series is specially designed for young readers and animal lovers alike.
The story unfolds as Christmas approaches and the festive decorations emerge from storage. The Christmas tree is adorned with sparkling ornaments, glittering tinsel, and colourful baubles. Amongst the festive splendour, a mouse with a hat and a vivid red nose captures particular attention. The beautifully described setting creates an atmosphere of excitement and anticipation, setting the stage for what’s to come.
At the heart of the story is Slinky Malinki, the sneaky and inquisitive cat. His fascination with the tree's shiny, jingling decorations leads him into a series of hilarious and chaotic escapades. The narrative follows Slinky Malinki as he slyly creeps out of the shadows, unable to resist the lure of the twinkling lights and tempting ornaments, providing young readers with delightful and engaging moments of suspense and laughter.
Slinky Malinki's Christmas Crackers is not only a visual treat with its richly detailed illustrations but also a rhythmic joy to read. Lynley Dodd’s playful rhymes and lively storytelling craft an experience that both children and their parents will adore. The book's format makes it a perfect festive gift and stocking filler for preschoolers, promising to become a cherished part of holiday traditions.
As part of Lynley Dodd's acclaimed Hairy Maclary and Friends series, the book is a must-read for fans and newcomers alike. The timeless charm and wit of Dodd's writing ensure that Slinky Malinki's Christmas Crackers will captivate and entertain, delivering a heartwarming tale of festive fun and feline antics.
For more stories by Lynley Dodd, explore the entire Hairy Maclary and Friends series. Visit www.hairymaclary.com to discover more delightful adventures from the world of Hairy Maclary.
Product Details
INFORMATION
Barcode: 9780143776444
Publisher: Penguin Group (NZ)
Format: Board book
Date Published: 02 November 2021
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Puffin
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Length: 19.0mm
Width: 177.0mm
Height: 237.0mm
Weight: 505g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Lynley Dodd graduated from the Elam School of Art in Auckland with a diploma in Fine Arts, majoring in sculpture. She went on to teach art before taking a break to start a family. She began to work as a freelance illustrator and collaborated with author Eve Sutton on My Cat Likes To Hide in Boxes. There was no looking back as Lynley went on to write and illustrate her own books for children. Exuberant artwork and bouncy rhymes come together perfectly in books like Slinky Malinki and Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy. As well as being a visual delight, these are some of the most rewarding books for children and adults to read out loud. It comes as no surprise that, as a child, she adored Dr Seuss because of his 'crazy sounds and the fact that he took such liberties with the English language.' Other favourite authors included A A Milne and the fairy tales of The Grimm Brothers and Hans Christian Andersen. Today, Lynley is a big fan of Quentin Blake 'because of his humour and very clever art work.'
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