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Me and Mister P: Ruby's Star

Maria Farrer author Daniel Rieley illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Published:7th Jun '18

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Me and Mister P: Ruby's Star cover

When Mister P crash lands (literally!) into Ruby's life she really doesn't have the time to deal with him. Her life is complicated enough trying to look after mum, baby brother Leo, AND go to school. Mister P simply CANNOT stay . . . but how do you persuade a polar bear to leave?There are times when only a polar bear will do . . . Our flat isn't big, but at least it's high up. I can stand on the balcony and look up at the stars. I reckon Dad's out there somewhere looking up too. And I bet he's thinking about me. I do love Mum and Leo but it's hard work looking after both of them and sometimes I wish things were a bit easier. What's NOT easy is a ridiculous, annoying, in-your-face, POLAR BEAR moving in! I mean, what use is HE going to be? I've tried to get rid of him, but he seems very determined to stay . . . Meet Ruby, and her new (kind of) friend, Mister P . . . the world's most helpful(ish) polar bear! Packed with gorgeous illustrations throughout, this is a story full of humour and heart which will appeal to readers everywhere.

Praise for Me and Mister P: This had me charmed: a hugely appealing story about a polar bear who unexpectedly comes to stay. A fresh and funny story of family and friendship with black and white illustrations throughout. * The Bookseller *
The subtle inclusion of this huge bear by the whole family . . . which in itself is very funny . . . is also why the story works. I was hooked. Highly recommended. * School Librarian *
I just wanted to keep reading this hilarious book. * Minnie Barber, NG Kids *

ISBN: 9780192766519

Dimensions: 199mm x 130mm x 17mm

Weight: 216g

224 pages