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Picture Book · ages 3–5

A Squash and a Squeeze

by Julia Donaldson · illustrated by Axel Scheffler

A Squash and a Squeeze by Julia Donaldson is a picture book for children aged 3 to 5. It is illustrated by Axel Scheffler. A useful choice for reading about humour, wonder and kindness.

Best forAges 3–5
Age 3Age 4Age 5
FormatPicture Book
First published1993
ThemesHumour, Wonder, Kindness
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Why it is on the shelf

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A Squash and a Squeeze sits in this library as a picture book with a clear age fit and memorable themes. For families browsing by age, it belongs with books for children aged 3 to 5; for families browsing by values, it connects especially well with humour, wonder and kindness.

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