Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1999
The Gruffalo
A mouse takes a stroll through the deep dark wood and encounters various animals that want to eat him, but he outsmarts them by inventing a fictional creature called the gruffalo, which ultimately becomes real.
32 pages· 697 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Summary: In a deep, dark wood, a clever mouse encounters a hungry fox, an owl, and a snake. To escape becoming their meal, he invents a fearsome creature—the gruffalo, with terrible claws and tusks. But is the gruffalo just a figment of his imagination, or is there more to this tale? As the mouse navigates danger with wit and courage, discover if his clever ruse will keep him safe or lead to unexpected surprises. Dive into this enchanting story where imagination and reality blur in the most delightful way.


