Those Magnificent Sheep in Their Flying Machine

Written by Peter Bently · Illustrated by David Roberts

Sheep embark on a global adventure in a flying machine after a mysterious ZOOM overhead.

5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 248 ratings

32 pages· 611 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

When a mysterious ZOOM disrupts their peaceful hillside, a flock of sheep decides to investigate. Their curiosity leads them on a thrilling, globe-trotting adventure in a bright yellow flying machine. What wonders and challenges await them in the skies? Will they uncover the source of the mysterious sound, or find something even more extraordinary? Join these daring sheep as they explore the world from above, encountering unexpected surprises and unforgettable experiences along the way.

From the publisher

The sheep on the hillside were munching away, much as they always did, day after day, when suddenly something went ZOOM overhead! “Let’s go and see what it is!” they all said. And so begins a ripping, round-the-world adventure as the magnificent sheep take to skies in their spiffing, yellow flying machine…

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 611
Reading age: 3–6
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 690L

Themes & topics

Books about travel Books about the world Books about diversity Books about culture Books about sheep and lambs

What readers & critics say

Reviews

5.3

out of 7

5.0

“The great rhyme scheme and expressive illustrations make this a great read-aloud as you travel the world with these magnificent sheep in their yellow airplane, experiencing the world. We really enjoyed it, and when we loaned it to a friend her son wanted to read it over and over and over too... it's a winner :)”

Marmee

Trusted reviewer

5.5

“I love that this book emphasizes the value of traveling but also of home. :) This book takes you on such a fun adventure with these sheep, and I love the illustrations and the inclusion of many different places, people, and cultures.”

B is for Bookworm

Trusted reviewer

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