Donaldson, Julia - The Smeds and the Smoos | Paperback | English

Blast off with this exciting science fiction adventure for young readers from the number one bestselling author and illustrator team behind The Gruffalo and Stick Man. This picture book explores themes of friendship, love, adventure, and togetherness as two different alien groups learn to overcome disapproval.

The story centers on Janet, a young Smed (who are red), and Bill, a young Smoo (who are blue). When they fall in love, their families strongly disapprove, but peace is ultimately restored, celebrating love with the arrival of a gorgeous purple baby.

• From the creators of The Gruffalo, Stick Man, and Zog.
• Features fabulous rhymes and breathtaking illustrations by Axel Scheffler.
• Cover includes shiny foil highlights, making it a special gift.
• Focuses on themes of friendship, love, adventure, and togetherness.
• Best Seller Rank: #1 in Science Fiction for Children and #1 in Science Fiction Adventures for Children.

• Author: Julia Donaldson
• Illustrator: Axel Scheffler
• Brand/Manufacturer: Alison Green Books
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Publication Date: June 4, 2020
• Print Length: 32 pages
• Reading Age: 2 - 5 years (from customers)
• Dimensions: 249 x 3 x 281mm (24.9 x 0.3 x 28.1 cm)
• Weight: 216g
• ISBN 13: 978-1407196657
• Languages Included: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Danish, Hindi, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Welsh
• EAN: 9781407196657
• Release Date: 4 Jun 2020

Collect the whole Scholastic picture book series by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, including Stick Man, Superworm, Tabby McTat, The Highway Rat, The Scarecrows' Wedding, Tiddler, Ugly Five, Zog, and Zog and the Flying Doctors.

This joyful, out-of-this-world picture book is perfect for reading together and celebrating love conquering all.