Clifford Collection: The Original 6 Stories!

Clifford the Big Red Dog

by Norman Bridwell

Celebrate Clifford's 50th anniversary with this treasury of six classic stories!

This keepsake collection includes a letter from Norman Bridwell about Clifford's historic creation as well as the original—and never-before-seen—painting of Clifford from 1962. You'll also discover who the real Emily Elizabeth is and see how this beloved dog has gotten even bigger over the years.

Find out how it all began—in 1963, Norman Bridwell published his very first 'Clifford' book, and kids have loved him ever since. He's an adorable dog whose well-meaning bumbling's have great kid-appeal. Clifford is Emily Elizabeth's, and everyone's, favorite big red dog!

   Table of Contents   
• Introduction
• Clifford the Big Red Dog (1963)
• Clifford at the Circus (1977)
• Clifford Gets a Job (1965)
• Clifford Takes a Trip (1966)
• Clifford's Good Deeds (1975)
• Clifford's Tricks (1969)

Age Rating: 1–6+ / Preschool - Kindergarten+ / Lexile AD180L
Edition MSRP: $12⁹⁹ US / $13⁹⁹ CAN (ISBN 978-0-545-45013-3)
Printed in China

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Classics, Fiction, Animals, Spanish Literature, School

192 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2012

About the author

Norman Bridwell was an American author and cartoonist, best-known for the Clifford the Big Red Dog series of children's books. Bridwell attended John Herron School of Art in Indianapolis, Indiana. He lived on Martha's Vineyard, MA, where he wrote an average of two books a year.

Reviews

[Rosa Cline · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a very nice collection of several of the original Clifford stories with the original illustrations. So if your child is used to the cartoon; they may not think this is the right Clifford. But this is the original one. The stories are a little different than 'modern' day stories of Clifford; but they are still fun to read about his adventures and difficulties he gets into begin so big but trying to be helpful.

[Claire · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh my God! This brings back so many memories! I read these as a child and have been collecting the individual books wherever I could - usually at 2nd hand book shops and local school fairs that have a book stall. A collection of 6 books as weel as some additional material in regards to who Norman is and how it all came about. It is beautiful.

[K · Rating 4 out of 5]

These six stories make up a perfect 40-minute lesson for second graders. I was observed while reading them to a class and my principal said 'you held them in the palm of your hand! I don't understand the appeal of these stories but kids like them and that's enough.

[Katrina Tangen · Rating 5 out of 5]

My favorite picture book as a language learner--short, simple sentences and the pictures directly support the text. And Clifford is always funny and lovable!

[Melissa C · Rating 5 out of 5]

When your kid wants Clifford, you read Clifford!

[Milo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a beautiful book. I'm reviewing all 6 books from this version. It was beautiful to look at and I really enjoyed all 6 stories.

[Ryan Fifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very nostalgic and my niece loves these stories.

[Villain E · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first six books about Clifford, the big red dog. Simple humor of a giant dog who doesn't fit anywhere and knocks stuff over. Some of the stories are a little dated.

[Miles · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think that the pictures were cute, and I like Clifford because he's the biggest and reddest dog in the planet.

[Blane Rivera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reading out loud to my niece, and teaching her to read. These books are such a delight ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[Mum Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read the entire book to my grandsons during a recent visit. Reminds me of when I read the same stories to my children (their mama, auntie, and uncle) when they were little. Timeless.

[Christine Kallner · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple, enjoyable stories featuring a classic character. My son started watching the cartoons recently and seems to really enjoy the books as well.

[Brittany Perry · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really fun book that made my two year old fall in love with Clifford all over again. For me there was information about how Clifford started and who the real Emily Elizabeth was. A great treasure to pass down to your children and grandchildren. It was my gift to my son for his second bday. I can honestly say if your kids like Biscuit which is aimed at a younger audience they will later love Clifford. It was a great way for my son to move ahead with his reading while applying a similar character (a dog). After he gets tired of these I will probably move him onto the Hank the Cowdog books. I love being able to share a love of reading with the most important person in my life.

[Paul Hankins · Rating 5 out of 5]

A really neat collection of the six original stories that will have older readers thinking back to those book order days.

Bridwell is an Indiana treasure. I hope this ends up under a number of holiday trees this year.

[Amar Pai · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very much like Scooby Doo, in that all the stories are exactly the same.
Art is good though. I like the sparse color theme.

Me: Clifford is so big!! Is he a dog or a monster?
Izzy: Monster

[Christine D · Rating 5 out of 5]

I mean, really, who doesn't love Clifford?! Such a wonderful collection and the tidbits and introduction by Norman Bridwell in the beginning of the book are lovely. It's sad he passed away last month but we can be grateful he left lovable classic characters and a vast collection of stories.

[Rachel B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clifford is currently one of my toddler's favorite characters and this hefty collection of the original Clifford stories was a big winner while we had this at home. She brought it to every story time before bed every night that week.

[Vee · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the background on Norman Bridwell.

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great read that really flows. Finally, a story I can understand!

[Wei Tong · Rating 4 out of 5]

All the stories are great and my 4 year old boy loves to read by himself. I'm not a fan of animal stories and but I think Clifford is really good.

[tk · Rating 1 out of 5]

Ugh. Story lines are painfully bad.

[Ehrin Hernandez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book to read at bedtime to my children!