A Practical Present for Philippa Pheasant

By Briony May Smith

Meet Philippa, a courageous pheasant with the determination to make her forest home safer – and better – for everyone!

Philippa Pheasant is a bright little bird who lives in the woods near the village of Fairhurst. But every time Philippa tries to cross the Old Oak Road, she is nearly knocked down pancake flat – and she's had enough! She's on the way to tell the villagers what for, when she stumbles across something very interesting... A tall lady, in a bright yellow uniform, standing in the middle of the road. Philippa has never seen the cars stop like that before! Which gives her an idea... Can she, Philippa, make her own bright outfit and little lollipop stick? Can she help all her critter friends cross the road, and get where they need to go? With spectacular bucolic artwork, and a plucky protagonist at its heart, this is Briony May Smith at her finest.

Categories: Picture Books

For readers aged: 3+

Publication details:
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781406391312
Published: 15 Sep 2022
Price: £12.99

Size: 270 x 215 mm
Pages: 32

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'A charming countryside tale that will inspire children to improve their own communities' The Bookseller

'a gentle lesson in road awareness.' The Oldie

'This heartwarming story about kindness is illustrated with detail and care.' Irish Independent, 56 cracking reads to keep kids entertained this Christmas

'An inspiring story of community and safety with a strong, loveable protagonist.' Armadillo Magazine

'With spectacular bucolic artwork, and a plucky protagonist at its heart, this is Briony May Smith at her finest.' Sam Read Bookseller

'this is a perfect read aloud story, for parents and teachers, to read over and over again, think about, take in, talk over the themes and explore the beautifully detailed illustrations.' Just Imagine

'With her wonderful portrayal of rural life by day and by night, and a brave, determined avian protagonist, Briony May Smith has created another winner.' Red Reading Hub

'Briony May Smith’s illustrations are absolutely stunning and packed with detail.' The School Librarian

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