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Claude in the City

Alex T. Smith, Author

Paperback

Series: Claude

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Publication date: February 3, 2011

Category: Picture storybooks

ISBN: 9780340998991

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Come with Claude on a smashing adventure! These waggy tales are perfect for new readers, with illustrations on every page. As seen on TV – Claude is the star of his very own TV show!

‘Illustrated with humour and elegance …’ The Sunday Times

When Mr and Mrs Shinyshoes set off for work, Claude decides what adventure he wants to have that day. Today he and Sir Bobblysock go to the city for the very first time. They have tea in a café, go shopping and visit a museum. It is all very normal until … Claude accidentally foils a robbery and becomes the local hero!

‘For emerging readers I recommend the Claude books’ Irish Sunday Independent

Catch up with ten terrific years of Claude! Read on with:

Claude on Holiday
Claude in the City
Claude at the Circus
Claude in the Country
Claude in the Spotlight
Claude on the Slopes
Claude Lights! Camera! Action!
Claude Going for Gold
Santa Claude
Claude Adventures
Claude All At Sea
Claude at the Palace

Claude Doodle Book
Claude: All About Keith
Claude Snazzy Dress-Up Sticker Book
Claude: Anyone for Strawberries?
Claude Ever-So-Summery Sticker Book

Reviews

I liked all the pictures, there are lots of them and they are colourful and funny. I would give this book ten out of ten. I am reading some of the other Claude books now too.
Lloyd 8, Wells Bookworms

Wells Journal

The author is a comparitive newcomer to children's books; on this evidence, he should go far.

Independent on Sunday

Claude's gentle adventures and Alex T. Smith's irresistible illustrations make this a great book to share with children.

ABC Magazine

Comic talent not just for writing a good story but also illustrating it in a fitting but hilarious style.

Books For Keeps

Funny, detailed illustrations.

Mumsense

colourful and lively illustrations which add immensely to the fun.

Carousel

Another great talent... a sparing style is the perfect medium for his humorous tale.

Junior

Readers will be excitedly turning the pages.

Red House Children's Book Award

Charming and gentle stories, these are a refreshing change from some of the formulaic series around. These are great books for reluctant readers - the stories are amusing, there is plenty happening, passages are short and the pictures are attractive and informative.

parentsintouch.co.uk

This book is jam-packed with red and black illustrations that bring Claude's world to life. And once you've peeked into Claude's world, you'll definitely want to read more books in the series

The List

I loved everything about this book.

Bookbag

A treat for new readers.

Peters Gazette

Watch out for this new kid on children's books block, you will be won over!

Librarymice.com

Alex T. Smith

Author-illustrator Alex T. Smith is the award-winning creator of the bestselling Claude series, which is published in 20 languages worldwide, and is now on TV. Alex’s newest series is the critically acclaimed and well-loved Mr Penguin. Alex has won the UKLA Picture Book Award, the Children’s Book of the World Illustration Award and the Sainsbury’s Children’s Book Award, and been shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Award. He has also been the official World Book Day illustrator.