The Gruffalo in Scots by Julia Donaldson

The Gruffalo in Scots

Gruffalo #1

Julia Donaldson with James Robertson (Translator), Axel Scheffler (Illustrator)

32 pages first pub 1999 (editions)

fiction childrens adventurous funny fast-paced
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The Gruffalo in Scots by Julia Donaldson is a delightful read for wee bairns and their parents, perfect for sparking imagination, creativity, and a wee bit o' fun, wi' its clever rhymes and charming tale o' a quick-witted mouse ootsmartin' a hungry monster!

Description

This is a rhyming story of a mouse and a monster. Little mouse goes for a walk in a dangerous forest. To scare off his enemies he invents tales of a fantastical creature called the Gruffalo. So imagine his surprise when he meets the real Gruffalo.

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Community Reviews

4.38
based on 2,328 reviews

Moods

funny: 77%

adventurous: 62%

lighthearted: 62%

inspiring: 16%

mysterious: 15%

tense: 12%

informative: 9%

dark: 8%

emotional: 8%

relaxing: 8%

hopeful: 6%

reflective: 5%

challenging: 4%

sad: 1%


Pace

77% of readers chose fast
18% of readers chose medium
4% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

30% of readers chose Plot
21% of readers chose A mix
45% of readers chose Character
2% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

38% of readers chose Yes
5% of readers chose Complicated
46% of readers chose No
10% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

91% of readers chose Yes
6% of readers chose Complicated
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

59% of readers chose Yes
11% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
21% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

36% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
36% of readers chose No
14% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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