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Aquaman star Jason Momoa to read Julia Donaldson classic on CBeebies Bedtime Story

Musician Gaz Coombes and fitness legend Mr Motivator will also be joining the beloved BBC show this Christmas

Evening Standard

The best children's shows to book this Christmas: from The Snow Queen to Bluey

Here are the best festive shows for kids that London has to offer in 2023

Evening Standard

Christine Baker obituary

Editor with the Paris-based publisher Gallimard Jeunesse who was determined to give British children’s books a presence in France

The Guardian - UK

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Things to do with the kids in and around Manchester this school holidays summer 2023

There's loads to keep kids of all ages entertained over the long summer break

Manchester Evening News

Tabby McTat: release date, voice cast, plot, trailer and all about the Christmas animation narrated by Jodie Whittaker

Tabby McTat is the latest BBC1 festive animation by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffer.

WhatToWatch

Jodie Whittaker to narrate Julia Donaldson story for Christmas

Whittaker is joined by Gavin And Stacey star and comedian Rob Brydon

Wales Online

Gruffalo fans rejoice! FREE exhibition celebrating the works of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler coming to Salford

The new landmark exhibition will include lots of fun opportunities for children to be creative themselves

Manchester Evening News

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Pageantry and pants: artists imagine king’s coronation undies

Renowned artists and illustrators create their visions of Charles III’s coronation briefs to raise money for charity

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s a Gruffalo!’: Camilla sketches classic children’s book character under watchful eye of illustrator Axel Scheffler

The Queen Consort, Scheffler and Elke Budenbender, wife of the German president, read from The Gruffalo in English and German at a school in Hamburg

Evening Standard

Camilla sketches Gruffalo under watchful eye of illustrator Axel Scheffler

The Queen Consort, Scheffler and Elke Budenbender, wife of the German president, read from The Gruffalo in English and German at a school in Hamburg.

The Independent UK

Queen Camilla impresses school kids as she shows off little-known artistic talent

During her and King Charles' first state visit to Germany, Queen Camilla visited a primary school, where she had a go at sketching - and left everybody seriously impressed

Daily Mirror

Ultimate list of over 100 brilliant books every child should read for World Book Day

Whether you've got a toddler or a teen at home, there are dozens of timeless and modern classics that they are sure to enjoy - here's a few ideas to get them started in the world of books

Chronicle Live

Huge new £2.3million Gruffalo attraction to open in the UK later this year

The Gruffalo books, created by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, is set to be turned into a theme park on Blackpool seafront by Merlin Entertainment, which runs Legoland and Madame Tussauds

Daily Mirror

New Gruffalo and Friends Clubhouse family attraction to open in Blackpool

It will feature a host of Julia Donaldson characters like the Gruffalo, Zog and The Highway Rat in interactive play suitable for aged 10 and under

Manchester Evening News

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Wales Online

The Gruffalo and friends make new home at £2.3m seafront attraction

The Gruffalo and Friends Clubhouse opens in May

The Guardian - UK

Axel Scheffler: ‘To work for children, you must have optimism’

The Gruffalo illustrator, 65, on dealing with his natural pessimism, the lifelong joy of drawing and why he always tells people not to give up on their dreams

Daily Mirror

Bill Bailey spills on bond with Strictly's Oti and recreating winning dance at wedding

Bill Bailey reveals how, despite his many talents, he's now best known for his time on Strictly Come Dancing – and is still asked to recreate his winning routine

The Independent UK

5 new Christmas books to read this week

This week’s bookcase includes reviews of Snowed In For Christmas by Sarah Morgan and Jim’s Spectacular Christmas by Emma Thompson.

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The Independent UK

The best 15 Christmas shows for children, from Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever! to The Snowman

Christmas is already a magical time for children, but there’s more to be found at the excellent shows taking place this winter. Charlotte Cripps picks the best of the bunch

The Guardian - UK

‘I love writing for children’: Emma Thompson and Axel Scheffler on their amazing shaggy dog story

The Oscar-winning actor and the Gruffalo illustrator have teamed up to create a tale about a scruffy hound. They discuss corgis, comic books and how their friendship began

Daily Record

First look at The Smeds and The Smoos trailer for BBC Christmas special

The new story from The Gruffalo's Julia Donaldson will hit screens for the festive season, starring Bridgerton's Adjoa Andoh, Bill Bailey, Meera Syal and Rob Bryden.

The Guardian - UK

‘At first she didn’t like my drawings’: Axel Scheffler and Julia Donaldson on three decades of collaboration

In a rare joint interview, the creators of The Gruffalo talk about baddies, Brexit – and the bumpy beginning to their partnership

The Independent UK

Dame Emma Thompson inspired by V&A founder’s dog to pen Christmas tale

The actress has teamed up with best-selling illustrator Axel Scheffler.

Manchester Evening News

Review: Zog and the Flying Doctors at The Lowry

A great show at the Lowry - but our writer said she "needed a flying dragon" to negotiate the traffic chaos outside at Salford Quays this weekend

Manchester Evening News

Things to do with the family at Easter 2022 across Greater Manchester

What's on over Easter and the school holidays? From egg hunts to adventure golf, there are some sweet treats in store for families over the spring break

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