The Gruffalo's Child

Join the Gruffalo's Child for a BIG adventure in this clever rhyming sequel to much-loved modern classic, The Gruffalo, from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Perfect for sharing this Father's Day.

One wild and windy night the Gruffalo's Child listens to her father's stories about the big bad mouse. She ventures out in the deep dark wood on her own adventure. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn't really exist . . . does he?

The Gruffalo's Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson's trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler's brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo's Child has followed firmly in her father's footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again!

'The Gruffalo's Child achieves the impossible - an even more endearing, witty and delightful book than its parent' - The Bookseller

Look out for Gruffalo Granny, the brand new Gruffalo picture book adventure - coming on 10th September 2026!

Also available: The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, and A Squash and a Squeeze.