The Paperbag Prince

For any parent who wants their young children to grow up caring about the environment, this book is a must. The story is about an old man who 'looks after' a rubbish dump, by sorting through and saving useful things and caring for the wildlife that manages to make it their home. The ending is a triumph! As in other Colin Thompson books, the illustrations are exquisitely detailed, leading to hours of scrutiny by children and adults alike. This is the first Coliln Thompson book I ever bought, and since then I've collected every one I can get. My children are 9 and 6 and still love them after years and we all re-read them constantly. There are tiny things to find on every page as usual which makes for great games of 'can you spot......?'I can't recommend this book more highly.

This is such a beautifully illustrated book, it has such small details that keep you amused for hours. Great for KS2 children and generates loads of discussion!

Colin Thompson produces stories to totally engage the reader and illustrations to look at over and over again. This book is suitable for all ages and once read will be reread and reread. A gem!

Lovely story to teach about being eco friendly

The story is good and the pictures are jam packed with things to see. Each time you read the book you spot things you haven't seen before so my granddaughter loves to find as many things as she can. Brings home just how many things get thrown away.

It exceeds my expectation and my son is enjoying reading it.I will recommend the book.The book is hilarious.

A fabulous book, the pictures alone can keep you entertained but the story is also very moving.

Grandchildren love this book and spend ages looking at the fascinating illustrations.