The Shirley Hughes Collection

Product Information

In this blog, I aim to explore the many ways that Shirley Hughes can be remembered in the modern-day classroom. The Alfie books are a great way to help children prepare for new experiences or help them process that it is okay to be nervous when trying something for the first time. In a brand new collection of stories and poems, Alfie has a spooky late-night adventure with an owl and introduces us to his secret den in the garden.

The Shirley Hughes Collection - Penguin Books UK

Written by Dorothy Edwards, the series is told by an older girl, roughly 6-7-years-old, about her troublesome little sister. Featuring all of the best-loved Alfie stories in an attractive carry bag, little ones can join Alfie as he attends a birthday party; splishes and splashes in his new yellow boots; makes friends; visits the fair and much, much more.The book is in four sections, according to age, so there are many many years of sheer joy to be had, from Mudlarks, on to Dogger, then Sea Singing and Enchantment in the Garden. Lily's mum is in bed with flu and dad has to go to work, so Lily must spend the day at Melanie's house. This collection of three classic Alfiestories is a charming reminder of just how perfectly Shirley Hughes understands little ones. Shirley Hughes is one of the best known and most popular creators of children's books, and her keen observation of family life have earned her a special place in the hearts of children and adults. She won the Kate Greenaway Medal twice and was awarded the OBE for her distinguished service to children's literature.

All About Alfie | BookTrust

And when Christmas Eve finally arrives, will Father Christmas come for Lucy and Tom, Alfie and Dave? Many famous authors, including Michael Morpurgo, Julia Donaldson and Philip Pullman, paid tribute to her after her death. In 1930s Liverpool, young Bronwen and Dylan find kindness from an unexpected source when they are frightened by what they think is a ghost on Christmas Eve.

An excellent book set featuring four books written and illustrated by Hughes is our Shirley Hughes Collection 4 Books Set. There's also a selection of stories for older readers including The Lion and the Unicorn and Enchantment in the Garden, which combine satisfyingly longer texts with marvellously expansive pictures. The stories are timeless and I think every child and grownup can recognize themselves in the glorious illustrations of people living everyday life together with family and friends. There are so many classic children's stories to be read and enjoyed, but this collection is without a doubt one of my very favourites. We work closely with publishers and authors to ensure that we offer the best books on the market for your child.