“A marvel—endlessly inventive, witty.” —Booklist (starred review) From New York Times bestselling author Andrew Smith comes the stunning, long-awaited sequel to the groundbreaking Printz Honor Book Grasshopper Jungle.It’s been sixteen years since an army of horny, hungry, six-foot-tall praying mantises forced Arek’s family underground and into the hole where he was born; it’s the only home he’s ever known. But now, post-end-of-the-world, the army of horny, hungry praying mantises might finally be dying out, and Arek’s ready to leave the hole for good. All he has are mysterious letters from Breakfast, a naked, wild boy traveling the countryside with his silent companion, Olive. Together, Arek and his best friend Mel, who stowed away in his van, navigate their way through the ravaged remains of the outside world. This long-awaited sequel to the irreverent, groundbreaking Printz Honor Book Grasshopper Jungle is riveting, compelling, and even more hilarious and beautifully bizarre than its predecessor.

A heartwarming picture book about bravery, unexpected friendship and helping others, for ages 3-6"Next to the track by the railway bridge line, Ferdinand Fox sat biding his time. A few moments later, the sound he well knew; the 6.10 from London, approaching on cue..."When Ferdinand Fox hears a cry for help near the railway track, he leads rescuers to a lost little boy. But will anyone realise who the real hero is? This charming rhyming story from the international bestselling author of The Secret Lake shows young readers that heroes come in all shapes, sizes – and species!Brought to life with vibrant illustrations, and perfect for bedtime stories, classroom reading, or independent reading for confident early readers, this book offers:Fun storytelling in verse, perfect for reading aloud to children and grandchildrenA touching tale that shows young children the meaning of kindnessA simple yet powerful message about courage, unexpected friendship, and unsung heroesDelightful pictures that will spark young imaginationsAvailable in print or to read as an eBook on a Kindle Fire or on any tablet, mobile phone or eReader using the Kindle App.

Six rhyming stories – one unforgettable fox!Six illustrated stories of kindness, courage, and adventure for early readers.Step into the world of Ferdinand, a friendly urban fox whose rhyming adventures will warm your heart and make you smile.From helping a lost boy and preventing a break-in to rescuing hedgehogs and kittens, these delightful tales are packed with bravery, kindness – and a dash of mischief!Perfect for independent readers or chapter book fans aged 6–8, or for reading aloud with ages 5+, this charming collection is guaranteed to spark a love of reading.Suitable for Years 1–3 in the UK and I Can Read Levels 2–3 in the US, these fun animal stories will be enjoyed by children and grown-ups alike.From the international bestselling author of The Secret Lake.

“A marvel—endlessly inventive, witty.” —Booklist (starred review) From New York Times bestselling author Andrew Smith comes the stunning, long-awaited sequel to the groundbreaking Printz Honor Book Grasshopper Jungle.It’s been sixteen years since an army of horny, hungry, six-foot-tall praying mantises forced Arek’s family underground and into the hole where he was born; it’s the only home he’s ever known. But now, post-end-of-the-world, the army of horny, hungry praying mantises might finally be dying out, and Arek’s ready to leave the hole for good. All he has are mysterious letters from Breakfast, a naked, wild boy traveling the countryside with his silent companion, Olive. Together, Arek and his best friend Mel, who stowed away in his van, navigate their way through the ravaged remains of the outside world. This long-awaited sequel to the irreverent, groundbreaking Printz Honor Book Grasshopper Jungle is riveting, compelling, and even more hilarious and beautifully bizarre than its predecessor.

A heartwarming picture book about bravery, unexpected friendship and helping others, for ages 3-6"Next to the track by the railway bridge line, Ferdinand Fox sat biding his time. A few moments later, the sound he well knew; the 6.10 from London, approaching on cue..."When Ferdinand Fox hears a cry for help near the railway track, he leads rescuers to a lost little boy. But will anyone realise who the real hero is? This charming rhyming story from the international bestselling author of The Secret Lake shows young readers that heroes come in all shapes, sizes – and species!Brought to life with vibrant illustrations, and perfect for bedtime stories, classroom reading, or independent reading for confident early readers, this book offers:Fun storytelling in verse, perfect for reading aloud to children and grandchildrenA touching tale that shows young children the meaning of kindnessA simple yet powerful message about courage, unexpected friendship, and unsung heroesDelightful pictures that will spark young imaginationsAvailable in print or to read as an eBook on a Kindle Fire or on any tablet, mobile phone or eReader using the Kindle App.

Six rhyming stories – one unforgettable fox!Six illustrated stories of kindness, courage, and adventure for early readers.Step into the world of Ferdinand, a friendly urban fox whose rhyming adventures will warm your heart and make you smile.From helping a lost boy and preventing a break-in to rescuing hedgehogs and kittens, these delightful tales are packed with bravery, kindness – and a dash of mischief!Perfect for independent readers or chapter book fans aged 6–8, or for reading aloud with ages 5+, this charming collection is guaranteed to spark a love of reading.Suitable for Years 1–3 in the UK and I Can Read Levels 2–3 in the US, these fun animal stories will be enjoyed by children and grown-ups alike.From the international bestselling author of The Secret Lake.