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Miss Eliza Flowerdew
Can Nearly Touch The Ceiling

Written by Brenda Gurr 

Illustrated by Hélène Magisson

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Lucy’s mum is taller than her. Her grandad is even taller. 

So Lucy longs to take a peek at the very elderly 

Miss Eliza Flowerdew – at her age, she might even be able to touch the ceiling! But is Lucy brave enough to find out the truth? 

 

This is a magical story that explores how we can make incorrect assumptions about people, particularly the elderly. Along with Lucy, children will discover the rich experiences that make up a long life, the importance of memories and how the most unlikely friendships can be formed. 

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What's to love?

  • Lucy, with her onion shaped hair, is clever and audacious

  • If your child loves counting, this book is for you: Lucy is obsessed with numbers

  • Bravery and adventure on every page

  • Intergenerational friendship

  • Perfect read with Grandma

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ISBN 978 0  648 502302

44pp, Hardback

255mm x 350mm x 10mm 

Includes 4 colouring pages

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About the Author

About the Illustrator

''This is a gorgeously charming book about curiosity, imagination, and intergenerational friendship.''

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My Picture Book Heart

'I just adore it.'

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Megan Daley

Children's Books Daily

'A perfect book.'

 

Kids Books Review

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