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Wish Upon A Star

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Meet Grant the genie, and his best friend – the puppy, Teeny…

The fourth in a series of magical adventures from the renowned illustrator Steven Lenton, winner of Waterstones Picture Book of the Month and The Times Children’s Book of the Week.

Back home, in the land of Wishaluzia, Grant is enjoying his old life. But when trouble strikes he realises he’ll need a helping hand. Can Teeny lend a paw and save the day? Or will it be the end of Genie Land forever?…

Our Review Panel says...

Grant the Genie and Puppy Teeny are back for the fourth book in the Genie and Teenie series. The stories do link together, but equally can be enjoyed as stand alone reads.

Gorgeous black and white illustrations throughout in Lenton’s highly recognisable style, plus the bonus of a draw-a-long activity for extra interaction.

The smaller format of these books makes them inviting to hold for younger children with well-spaced text and larger font appealing to beginner readers looking for a bridge between picture books and chapter books.

Grant the genie is in trouble on returning to Wishaluzia and turns to best friend and companion Teeny to help him save Genie land. Themes of friendship, teamwork and speaking up for each other make for a great shared read.

Onomatopoeic wordplay is a delight to read aloud, if you can get your tongue round poodle-parp-a-pipsqueak! With toilet humour and wind-related jokes to raise a smile and prompt a giggle from children and adults alike.

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