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Astrid, The Au-Pair From Outer Space

Emily Smith author Tim Archbold illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Random House Children's UK

Published:21st Jun '11

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A funny and imaginative tale about a most unusual au pair - perfect for newly confident readers.

When Harry's mum tells him they are going to get an au pair, he isn't quite sure what it means. All the same, Harry can't help wondering why Astrid's never heard of tin openers or Coke, and how come her suitcase can move around by itself...When Harry's mum tells him they are going to get an au pair, he isn't quite sure what it means. When he finds out it's a girl to help look after him and baby brother, Fred, he feels a bit suspicious. It might just be a good excuse for the school bully to tease him. However, he soon warms to Astrid when she turns up and especially when she gives him an idea that stops the bully from ever bothering him again. All the same, Harry can't help wondering why Astrid's never heard of tin openers or Coke, and how come her suitcase can move around by itself...

A wry and witty look at our world through the eyes of an alien student...Tim Archbold's pictures add to the fun. A book to share with your babysitter! * Junior Education *
Emily Smith writes sensitively about coping with life. * School Librarian *

ISBN: 9780552563543

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 6mm

Weight: 86g

112 pages