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DescriptionOne morning shortly before Christmas, Mr. Gaskitt, a slim young father, dresses in all the clothes he owns--but why?--and leaves for work, while Mrs. Gaskitt, a taxi driver, has the misfortune of picking up a passenger whoâÂÂs just robbed a bank. In school, the Gaskitt twins get into hot water with a substitute teacher, and Horace the cat has gone to a friendâÂÂs house to watch TV. What could possibly happen next to the Gaskitts In the latest book by the award-winning Allan Ahlberg, illustrator Katharine McEwen has created bright, funny artwork that perfectly complements a keep-you-on-your-toes day in the life of the Gaskitt family. AwardsShortlisted for Blue Peter Book Award (Best Illustrated Book to Read Aloud) 2002 and Blue Peter Children's Book Awards: The Best Book to Read Out Aloud 2002. Reviews"* "I can't wait for the next Gaskitt story!" Literacy and Learning. [Now you don't have to! The second title, The Woman Who Won Things, also out this month!] * "The first in a series about the Gaskitts, who must surely be destined for greatness." The Sunday Times * "Huge fun and ideal for early readers." The Independent on Sunday * "This book is a joy, made the more so by McEwen's bright, clear, funny and touching pictures, which capture perfectly the Ahlberg humour. Every page is a triumph, text and illustration in partnership drawing the reader on through this romp of a story, which shimmers with life and laughter. Long live the Gaskitts." TES Primary * "A delight from beginning to end. The pictures are outstanding and mark the advent of a really inspired illustrator." The Financial Times |