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Barrington Stoke

Mad In The Back

Mad In The Back

SKU:BK868

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A hilarious snapshot of a familiar aspect of family life, told with Michael Rosen's trademark wit and genius for language.

This deliciously anarchic book, joyously illustrated and written by a national treasure, is perfect for sharing and will be loved by children and parents alike.

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Two siblings drive their mother to distraction on the car journey from hell, while Mum tries every trick in the book to get them to behave, from cunning distractions - "Look! It's a LAMP-POST" - to threats of abandonment by the side of the road.

All together now: "Are we nearly there yet?"

Part of Barrington Stoke's picture book range for all the family, with easy-read font.

Information for Grown-Ups: This book has a dyslexia-friendly layout, typeface and paperstock to help adults with dyslexia enjoy it with their children too.

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