Sing, read, and listen to ten wonderful songs by the author of The Gruffalo, Julia Donaldson, in this beautiful gift book with CD. Julia's delightful songs are based on her beloved, best-selling picture books illustrated by Axel Scheffler. The songs are as irresistible as the original stories and include many family favorites from Stick Man and Superworm to Tiddler and Highway Rat. Julia's brilliant, clever lyrics are richly illustrated with Axel Scheffler's wonderful images. The accompanying CD features Julia Donaldson herself singing the songs, and it will have the whole family singing and clapping along. An impressive hardback gift book that the whole family will appreciate. Lively, funny, and exceptionally entertaining songs that children will want to listen to again and again. The book also includes music scores for piano and guitar, so schools and families can play the songs themselves. Before becoming the most recognizable children's author in the UK, Julia Donaldson started her career as a songwriter, creating many songs for children's television and radio. Julia still enjoys performing her songs when she visits schools, theaters, and book festivals. Axel Scheffler is one of the most recognizable illustrators in the world. He has illustrated over a hundred books and has brought to life many beloved children's book characters, including The Gruffalo, Zog, and Stick Man. Many of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's best-selling picture books have been adapted into award-winning animated films, which have become family favorites on BBC every Christmas.