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Zog and the Flying Doctors review – plucky princess and her crew take flight

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s tale about an accident-prone dragon is brought to life with sparky rhymes, nuanced acting and high energy

The Guardian - UK

Tiddler: release date, cast, plot, trailer and everything we know

Tiddler is the latest festive animation by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffer.

WhatToWatch

BBC announces this year's Christmas adaptation from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffer — and it's a good one!

Tiddler is the latest festive animation by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffer.

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Anish Kapoor among artists featuring in youth vote billboard campaign

Exclusive: Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler also contributes drawing encouraging young people to vote

The Guardian - UK

Best illustrated children's books of all time to inspire young minds

Discover some of the best illustrated children's books that continue to enchant young readers today, from timeless classics to contemporary favourites

Evening Standard

Tom Parker Bowles picked for mini library project championed by his mum

Tom Parker Bowles among 21 writers providing snapshot of contemporary literature in initiative supported by the queen

The Guardian - UK

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How to watch Tabby McTat online: live stream the star-studded Christmas animation on BBC One from anywhere

Rob Brydon leads an all-star cast in this animated adventure, based on the book by Julia Donaldson. Read our guide for how to watch Tatty McTat online from anywhere this Christmas.

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Aquaman star Jason Momoa to read Julia Donaldson classic on CBeebies Bedtime Story

Musician Gaz Coombes and fitness legend Mr Motivator will also be joining the beloved BBC show this Christmas

Evening Standard

The best children's shows to book this Christmas: from The Snow Queen to Bluey

Here are the best festive shows for kids that London has to offer in 2023

Evening Standard

Christine Baker obituary

Editor with the Paris-based publisher Gallimard Jeunesse who was determined to give British children’s books a presence in France

The Guardian - UK

Things to do with the kids in and around Manchester this school holidays summer 2023

There's loads to keep kids of all ages entertained over the long summer break

Manchester Evening News

Tabby McTat: release date, voice cast, plot, trailer and all about the Christmas animation narrated by Jodie Whittaker

Tabby McTat is the latest BBC1 festive animation by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffer.

WhatToWatch

Jodie Whittaker to narrate Julia Donaldson story for Christmas

Whittaker is joined by Gavin And Stacey star and comedian Rob Brydon

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Manchester Evening News

Gruffalo fans rejoice! FREE exhibition celebrating the works of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler coming to Salford

The new landmark exhibition will include lots of fun opportunities for children to be creative themselves

The Guardian - UK

Pageantry and pants: artists imagine king’s coronation undies

Renowned artists and illustrators create their visions of Charles III’s coronation briefs to raise money for charity

Evening Standard

‘It’s a Gruffalo!’: Camilla sketches classic children’s book character under watchful eye of illustrator Axel Scheffler

The Queen Consort, Scheffler and Elke Budenbender, wife of the German president, read from The Gruffalo in English and German at a school in Hamburg

The Independent UK

Camilla sketches Gruffalo under watchful eye of illustrator Axel Scheffler

The Queen Consort, Scheffler and Elke Budenbender, wife of the German president, read from The Gruffalo in English and German at a school in Hamburg.

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Daily Mirror

Queen Camilla impresses school kids as she shows off little-known artistic talent

During her and King Charles' first state visit to Germany, Queen Camilla visited a primary school, where she had a go at sketching - and left everybody seriously impressed

Chronicle Live

Ultimate list of over 100 brilliant books every child should read for World Book Day

Whether you've got a toddler or a teen at home, there are dozens of timeless and modern classics that they are sure to enjoy - here's a few ideas to get them started in the world of books

Daily Mirror

Huge new £2.3million Gruffalo attraction to open in the UK later this year

The Gruffalo books, created by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, is set to be turned into a theme park on Blackpool seafront by Merlin Entertainment, which runs Legoland and Madame Tussauds

Manchester Evening News

New Gruffalo and Friends Clubhouse family attraction to open in Blackpool

It will feature a host of Julia Donaldson characters like the Gruffalo, Zog and The Highway Rat in interactive play suitable for aged 10 and under

Wales Online

The Gruffalo and friends make new home at £2.3m seafront attraction

The Gruffalo and Friends Clubhouse opens in May

The Guardian - UK

Axel Scheffler: ‘To work for children, you must have optimism’

The Gruffalo illustrator, 65, on dealing with his natural pessimism, the lifelong joy of drawing and why he always tells people not to give up on their dreams

Daily Mirror

Bill Bailey spills on bond with Strictly's Oti and recreating winning dance at wedding

Bill Bailey reveals how, despite his many talents, he's now best known for his time on Strictly Come Dancing – and is still asked to recreate his winning routine

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