The Silly Book

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by Babette Cole

Lists in humorous verse the many silly things to be seen if you look closely

Genres: Childrens, Picture Books

32 pages, Hardcover

First published October 26, 1989

About the author

Babette Cole was a British children's author and illustrator. Born on the island of Jersey in the Channel Islands in 1949, she attended the Canterbury College of Art (now the University for the Creative Arts) and received first-class BA Honors. She worked on such children's programmes as Bagpuss (working with Oliver Postgate and Peter Firmin) and Jackanory for BBC television.

As a children's writer, Cole created more than 150 picture books. Her best-seller Doctor Dog has been adapted as a successful children's cartoon series. Much of her work is earthy comedy, having titles like The Smelly Book, The Hairy Book, The Slimy Book and The Silly Book.

She spent her time writing, visiting schools and traveling. After a short illness she died on 15 January 2017, aged 66.

Reviews

[Annabelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Found this toddler book nestled away in 10yo sons bookshelf. Only lasted 5 minutes but he enjoyed it

[Joeri Dassen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Leuk kinderboek

[Rebekah Jones · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was funny. It shows how some children see life. It is a fun read and easy. I liked how the boy thought everyone was silly but him.

[Pam · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of Babette Cole's better children's books...the silly ending was perfectly ironic and neat!