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Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy

Book Synopsis

Join Hairy Maclary and his friends on their first ever adventure in this golden 40th anniversary edition of the beloved rhyming classic!

“Out of the gate and off for walk,
Went Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy”

Hairy Maclary is off for a walk, and he’s joined by furry friends of all shapes and sizes, from Bottomley Potts (covered in spots) to Schnitzel von Krumm (with a very low tum).

But when they suddenly find themselves face-to-face with Scarface Claw – the toughest Tom in town – it’s time to run all the way back home!

Delighting generation after generation of childr

Our Review Panel says...

Lovable canine Hairy Maclary sets off for a walk and encounters all kinds of friends along the way, whose names cleverly rhyme with their descriptions – from Bottomley Potts covered in spots to Schnitzel von Krumm with his very low tum.

This classic read-aloud book that shows how fun rhyming can be is a staple in Early Years classrooms and for good reason. With its bounce-along rhythm, delightful rhymes and charming illustrations of dogs, its memorable characters and catchy verses stay with you well after the pages close.