The Man Who Wore All His Clothes and Other Stories
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Description Share Post The Man Who Wore All His Clothes and Other Stories Allan Ahlberg, illustrated by Katharine McEwen (Walker Books) ‘Good morning, Mr Gaskitt!‘ The traffic lights call out to Mr Gaskitt. It seems he’s eaten his breakfast, so it’s time to head off, though with some difficulty squeezing into the car. He’s wearing vest, pants, socks and pants, socks, vest alongside socks, vest and pants. Meanwhile, Mrs Gaskitt’s taxi has been called for a job that will take her to the bank. What if Mrs Gaskitt ‘smells a rat‘? Could it be that she’s collected a dodgy customer? Then again, what about Gus and Gloria Gaskitt? They’re on the school bus to swimming, although this time under the supervision of supply teacher, Mr Blotter. It seems he’s having some problems. Then again, could the hubbub on the school bus cause the robber to make a desperate decision? Bookwagon is overjoyed to welcome aboard The Man Who Wore All His Clothes and Other Stories. Like The Cat and the King, for example, this book is a fabulous choice for readers gaining in confidence. Not only are the stories amusing and accessible, but they’re so diverting! What is Mr Gaskitt up to? Then again, we’re in the hands of the wonderful Allan Ahlberg. We cannot recommend this title highly enough. Bookwagon suggests The Man Who Wore All His Clothes is essential fare, a fabulous choice along every reader’s path.
