Beano: Dennis & Gnasher ‘The Battle For Bash Street School

Dennis & Gnasher #1

by I.P. Daley

When mysterious new teachers arrive to lay down the law at notoriously naughty Bash Street School, Dennis, Gnasher and friends finally gave a test they simply can’t afford to fail…

192 pages, Paperback

Published July 8, 2021

Reviews

[Ciarán · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a simple but fun read. As a child, I grew up on the Beano and the Dandy comics, as did my mother in her day. Even though, it is a children’s book, I recommend it to any adult craving Beano nostalgia.

[I Read, Therefore I Blog · Rating 4 out of 5]

Craig Graham and Mike Stirling’s funny novel for readers aged 8+ (the first in a new spin-off series from the Beano comic with great illustrations by Nigel Parkinson) has a more modern, diverse Beantown with less corporal punishment than when I read the comic but that’s definitely no bad thing and it retains its core of anti-authoritarian silliness and pranks. It would particularly suit kids who love the comic but are reluctant to tackle books.

[Sue Wallace · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Battle for Bash Street School by Craig Graham; Mike Stirling.
When mysterious new teachers arrive to lay down the law at notoriously naughty Bash Street School, Dennis, Gnasher and friends finally face a classroom test they simply can’t afford to fail.
Really enjoyed this. Brilliant read. Loved Dennis Gnasher and the gang. 5*.

[Neil Wright · Rating 4 out of 5]

Massive fan of the Beano since my childhood and always like to drop in and see the new material coming out.

Good little story with plenty of fun and pranks which is a classic Dennis the Menace mix.

Looking forward to reading the rest of the books in the series.

[Luke Nyul · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice casual read perfect for kids who love all things Beano! As an adult who loved the comic when I was younger this was a fun read that wasn't too taxing, it's mad how the Beano has changed since I used to read it but definitely for the good and survival of a British classic!

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s been a while since I read any Beano things so this was great to read and easy to get into. :)