Mr Birdsnest and the House Next Door - Author Julia Donaldson

A house full of mystery, imagination… and a grumpy neighbour who might not be what he seems!

Elmo and his sister can’t get enough of the wild, overgrown house next door. They call it the Jungle House — full of make-believe creatures and thrilling adventures. But their fun ends when Mr Birdsnest, a grumpy and mysterious man, moves in. Just as they’re getting used to the idea, their grandma goes missing... and all signs point to next door.

From Julia Donaldson, beloved author of The Gruffalo, comes this clever and exciting tale of imagination, courage and misjudged neighbours. Perfect for new independent readers.

Published by Barrington Stoke, this dyslexia-friendly edition features cream paper, an easy-to-read font, and supportive layout for accessible reading.

Why we — and schools — love it:

• A brilliant story for building reading confidence in lower primary.
• Encourages empathy and imagination — perfect for classroom discussion.
• Created with inclusive design to support children with reading.

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