The Jeweller's Apprentice

Axel Scheffler, David Henry Wilson

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Macmillan
12 March 2024

Children's & Educational; Picture storybooks; Wildlife (Children's&YA)

An animal fairy tale by Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo, with a heartwarming message about learning from your mistakes.

When Mr Peacock hires a shy little chicken as a new apprentice in his jewellery shop, he has no idea what awaits him: a royal visit from the Lion Prince, a mysterious robbery, and a miraculous discovery!

Richly illustrated in full colour throughout, The Jeweller's Apprentice is an enchanting modern fable, written and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, bestselling illustrator of The Gruffalo. With unique bonus content from Axel's sister Rosa Scheffler, children can learn how to create a special moon brooch from the story.

By: Axel Scheffler
Translated by: David Henry Wilson
Imprint: Macmillan
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 287mm, Width: 236mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 439g
ISBN: 9781529043822
ISBN 10: 1529043824
Pages: 48
Publication Date: 12 March 2024
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Axel Scheffler is a star illustrator whose instantly recognizable, warm and witty illustrations have achieved worldwide acclaim and numerous awards. Axel is the illustrator of some of the world's best-loved picture books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child. In addition to his picture books, Axel illustrates wonderful novelty and gift books for Macmillan, such as the bestselling The Bedtime Bear, The Tickle Book and Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes. He is also the illustrator of the popular Pip and Posy series. Born in Hamburg, Axel now lives with his family in London.