Astrid, The Au-Pair From Outer Space

by Emily Smith, Tim Archbold (Illustrator)

Overview

When Harry's mum tells him they are going to get an au pair, he isn't quite sure what it means. When he finds out it's a girl to help look after him and baby brother, Fred, he feels a bit suspicious. It might just be a good excuse for the school bully to tease him. However, he soon warms to Astrid when she turns up and especially when she gives him an idea that stops the bully from ever bothering him again. All the same, Harry can't help wondering why Astrid's never heard of tin openers or Coke, and how come her suitcase can move around by itself...

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781446405758
Publisher:	Penguin Random House Children's UK
Publication date:	05/30/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	112
File size:	3 MB
Age Range:	7 - 9 Years

About the Author

Emily Smith is a journalist and mother of three children. Her very first children's book, ASTRID THE AU PAIR FROM OUTER SPACE, won the silver medal in the 6-8 age group, at the Smarties Prize 1999. Her next title for Young Corgi, THE SHRIMP, won the 6-8 age group Smarties gold medal in 2000.

Editorial Reviews

"A wry and witty look at our world through the eyes of an alien student...Tim Archbold's pictures add to the fun. A book to share with your babysitter!"

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