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The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar by Julia Donaldson Christmas Countdown With 24 Mini Activity Books - Ages 3-7 - Paperback

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SKU B2D8082 ISBN: 9781035064519

December often arrives with a whirlwind of seasonal excitement, early morning sugar rushes, and endless demands for television cartoons or holiday tablet games. Traditional chocolate advent calendars give toddlers a quick sugar hit before breakfast, frequently followed by mid-morning crashes and restlessness. Parents, grandparents, and nursery teachers constantly seek wholesome, reusable holiday traditions that build anticipation without overstimulation. Renowned Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson and master illustrator Axel Scheffler provide the ultimate festive tradition with this interactive literary countdown.

The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar transforms December into twenty-four days of hands-on holiday creativity. Encased in an oversized, illustrated hardback presentation folder tied neatly with a satin ribbon, this festive treasure features twenty-four numbered pockets. Each morning reveals a brand-new mini paperback booklet starring beloved storybook heroes—from the quick-witted Mouse and the terrible Gruffalo to Stick Man, Zog, and the friendly Witch from Room on the Broom. Packed with festive colouring pages, spot-the-difference challenges, drawing guides, simple crosswords, seasonal rhymes, and carols, every mini-book offers a cosy ten-minute activity that little ones can complete independently or share with family.

Sugar-Free Excitement, 24 Mini Keepsakes & Beloved Characters

  • Twenty-Four Individual Mini Books: A full month of daily surprises, including games, puzzles, festive crafts, and creative drawing tasks.

  • Axel Scheffler's Iconic Art: Bursting with rich, full-colour holiday artwork that instantly delights young fans of modern picture book classics.

  • Interactive and Reusable: Sturdy presentation pockets keep each mini book protected, allowing children to collect, re-read, and treasure their mini library well past Christmas Day.

Why This Advent Calendar from Books2Door Belongs in Your Home:

  • Conquers Early Screen Habits & Sugar Spikes: Swap morning tablet battles and sugary treats for quiet, pencil-on-paper problem solving and festive cheer.

  • Macmillan Children's Books Durability: Engineered with high-quality board construction and premium paper stock designed to survive eager toddler fingers.

  • Unbeatable Online Value: Speciality novelty advent calendars carry premium price tags on the high street. We deliver this deluxe 24-book presentation set at fantastic budget savings.

Untie the ribbon, open window number one, and watch your child's face light up with festive wonder every single morning. Put the glowing screens away and create unforgettable December memories together. At Books2Door, we take pride in stocking high-utility holiday literature that turns seasonal excitement into healthy family habits at prices every household can celebrate. Order your The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar today!

Feature Specification
Full Product Title The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar: Christmas Countdown with 24 Mini Activity Books
Author Julia Donaldson
Illustrator Axel Scheffler
Publisher Partners Macmillan Children's Books (Pan Macmillan)
Format Architecture Deluxe Hardback Presentation Folder with Ribbon Tie containing 24 Individual Mini Paperback Activity Books
ISBN-13 / SKU 9781035064519 / SKU B2D8082
Page Count & Scope 384 pages total across 24 mini books (approximately 16 pages per booklet)
Target Audience & Age Bracket Toddlers, Preschoolers & Early Years (Ages 3 to 7 Years Old, EYFS & Key Stage 1)
Featured Characters The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Stick Man, Zog, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Highway Rat
Core Themes & Genre Christmas countdown, holiday crafts, colouring, puzzles, festive songs, mazes, rhyming games, screen-free morning routines
Special Value Offerings Unbeatable online pricing, 10% BookPoints cashback rewards, fast UK dispatch
Skills & Utility Developed Fine motor skills, pencil control, cognitive problem-solving, visual observation, patience, festive family bonding


Count down to Christmas with this book advent calendar for kids. A collection of twenty-four mini activity books, based on The Gruffalo and other bestselling picture books by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Enjoy a book every day with this fantastic festive collection, including colouring, drawing and activity books based on the family-favourite picture books, The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale and more. Plus lots of family fun with songs and rhymes to enjoy together.

Then, match up the back covers of your mini-books to create four special puzzle scenes featuring all your favourite characters celebrating the festive season.

With twenty-four mini books collected together in a beautiful hardback presentation case with tie ribbon, The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar Book Collection is perfect for sharing together every day of Advent.

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and master illustrator Axel Scheffler provide the ultimate festive tradition with this interactive literary countdown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"4\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Gruffalo and Friends Advent 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transforms December into twenty-four days of hands-on holiday creativity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Encased in an oversized,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e illustrated hardback presentation folder tied neatly with a satin ribbon,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this festive treasure features twenty-four numbered pockets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each morning reveals a brand-new mini paperback booklet starring beloved storybook heroes—from the quick-witted Mouse and the terrible Gruffalo to Stick Man,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Zog,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the friendly Witch from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"470\"\u003eRoom on the Broom\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Packed with festive colouring pages,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e spot-the-difference challenges,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e drawing guides,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e simple crosswords,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e seasonal rhymes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and carols,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e every mini-book offers a cosy ten-minute activity that little ones can complete independently or share with family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSugar-Free Excitement, 24 Mini Keepsakes \u0026amp; Beloved Characters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTwenty-Four Individual Mini Books:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A full month of daily surprises, including games,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e puzzles,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e festive crafts,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and creative drawing tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAxel Scheffler's Iconic Art:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Bursting with rich,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e full-colour holiday artwork that instantly delights young fans of modern picture book classics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInteractive and Reusable:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Sturdy presentation pockets keep each mini book protected,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allowing children to collect,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e re-read,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and treasure their mini library well past Christmas Day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp 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title=\"Books2Door\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"206\"\u003eBooks2Door\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e we take pride in stocking high-utility holiday literature that turns seasonal excitement into healthy family habits at prices every household can celebrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Order your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"386\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" title=\"The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\"\u003eThe Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e today!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFull Product Title\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" title=\"The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\"\u003eThe Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e: Christmas Countdown with 24 Mini Activity Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/collections\/julia-donaldson\" title=\"Julia Donaldson Books\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,0\"\u003eJulia Donaldson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIllustrator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,1,0\"\u003eAxel Scheffler\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePublisher Partners\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,1,0\"\u003eMacmillan Children's Books (Pan Macmillan)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat Architecture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,1,0\"\u003eDeluxe Hardback Presentation Folder with Ribbon Tie containing 24 Individual Mini Paperback Activity Books\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eISBN-13 \/ SKU\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,1,0\"\u003e9781035064519 \/ SKU B2D8082\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePage Count \u0026amp; Scope\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,1,0\"\u003e384 pages total across 24 mini books (approximately 16 pages per booklet)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTarget Audience \u0026amp; Age Bracket\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,1,0\"\u003eToddlers, Preschoolers \u0026amp; Early Years (Ages 3 to 7 Years Old, EYFS \u0026amp; Key Stage 1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeatured Characters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,1,0\"\u003eThe Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Stick Man, Zog, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Highway Rat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCore Themes \u0026amp; Genre\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,10,1,0\"\u003eChristmas countdown, holiday crafts, colouring, puzzles, festive songs, mazes, rhyming games, screen-free morning routines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecial Value Offerings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,11,1,0\"\u003eUnbeatable online pricing, 10% BookPoints cashback rewards, fast UK dispatch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSkills \u0026amp; Utility Developed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,12,1,0\"\u003eFine motor skills, pencil control, cognitive problem-solving, visual observation, patience, festive family bonding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCount down to Christmas with this book advent calendar for kids. A collection of twenty-four mini activity books, based on The Gruffalo and other bestselling picture books by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/collections\/julia-donaldson\" title=\"Julia Donaldson Books\"\u003eJulia Donaldson\u003c\/a\u003e and Axel Scheffler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy a book every day with this fantastic festive collection, including colouring, drawing and activity books based on the family-favourite picture books, The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale and more. Plus lots of family fun with songs and rhymes to enjoy together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, match up the back covers of your mini-books to create four special puzzle scenes featuring all your favourite characters celebrating the festive season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith twenty-four mini books collected together in a beautiful hardback presentation case with tie ribbon, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" title=\"The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\"\u003eThe Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e Book Collection is perfect for sharing together every day of Advent.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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{"id":16255290409347,"title":"The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar by Julia Donaldson Christmas Countdown With 24 Mini Activity Books - Ages 3-7 - Paperback","handle":"the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDecember often arrives with a whirlwind of seasonal excitement,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e early morning sugar rushes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and endless demands for television cartoons or holiday tablet games.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Traditional chocolate advent calendars give toddlers a quick sugar hit before breakfast,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e frequently followed by mid-morning crashes and restlessness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Parents,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grandparents,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and nursery teachers constantly seek wholesome,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e reusable holiday traditions that build anticipation without overstimulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Renowned Children's Laureate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"496\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/collections\/julia-donaldson\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Julia Donaldson Books\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eJulia Donaldson\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and master illustrator Axel Scheffler provide the ultimate festive tradition with this interactive literary countdown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"4\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e transforms December into twenty-four days of hands-on holiday creativity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Encased in an oversized,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e illustrated hardback presentation folder tied neatly with a satin ribbon,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this festive treasure features twenty-four numbered pockets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each morning reveals a brand-new mini paperback booklet starring beloved storybook heroes—from the quick-witted Mouse and the terrible Gruffalo to Stick Man,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Zog,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the friendly Witch from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"470\"\u003eRoom on the Broom\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Packed with festive colouring pages,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e spot-the-difference challenges,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e drawing guides,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e simple crosswords,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e seasonal rhymes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and carols,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e every mini-book offers a cosy ten-minute activity that little ones can complete independently or share with family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSugar-Free Excitement, 24 Mini Keepsakes \u0026amp; Beloved Characters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTwenty-Four Individual Mini Books:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A full month of daily surprises, including games,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e puzzles,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e festive crafts,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and creative drawing tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAxel Scheffler's Iconic Art:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Bursting with rich,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e full-colour holiday artwork that instantly delights young fans of modern picture book classics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInteractive and Reusable:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Sturdy presentation pockets keep each mini book protected,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allowing children to collect,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e re-read,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and treasure their mini library well past Christmas Day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp 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href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e today!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFull Product Title\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" title=\"The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\"\u003eThe Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e: Christmas Countdown with 24 Mini Activity Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/collections\/julia-donaldson\" title=\"Julia Donaldson Books\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,0\"\u003eJulia Donaldson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIllustrator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,1,0\"\u003eAxel Scheffler\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePublisher Partners\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,1,0\"\u003eMacmillan Children's Books (Pan Macmillan)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat Architecture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,1,0\"\u003eDeluxe Hardback Presentation Folder with Ribbon Tie containing 24 Individual Mini Paperback Activity Books\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eISBN-13 \/ SKU\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,1,0\"\u003e9781035064519 \/ SKU B2D8082\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePage Count \u0026amp; Scope\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,1,0\"\u003e384 pages total across 24 mini books (approximately 16 pages per booklet)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTarget Audience \u0026amp; Age Bracket\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,1,0\"\u003eToddlers, Preschoolers \u0026amp; Early Years (Ages 3 to 7 Years Old, EYFS \u0026amp; Key Stage 1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeatured Characters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,1,0\"\u003eThe Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Stick Man, Zog, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Highway Rat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCore Themes \u0026amp; Genre\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,10,1,0\"\u003eChristmas countdown, holiday crafts, colouring, puzzles, festive songs, mazes, rhyming games, screen-free morning routines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecial Value Offerings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,11,1,0\"\u003eUnbeatable online pricing, 10% BookPoints cashback rewards, fast UK dispatch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSkills \u0026amp; Utility Developed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,12,1,0\"\u003eFine motor skills, pencil control, cognitive problem-solving, visual observation, patience, festive family bonding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCount down to Christmas with this book advent calendar for kids. A collection of twenty-four mini activity books, based on The Gruffalo and other bestselling picture books by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/collections\/julia-donaldson\" title=\"Julia Donaldson Books\"\u003eJulia Donaldson\u003c\/a\u003e and Axel Scheffler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy a book every day with this fantastic festive collection, including colouring, drawing and activity books based on the family-favourite picture books, The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale and more. Plus lots of family fun with songs and rhymes to enjoy together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, match up the back covers of your mini-books to create four special puzzle scenes featuring all your favourite characters celebrating the festive season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith twenty-four mini books collected together in a beautiful hardback presentation case with tie ribbon, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" title=\"The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\"\u003eThe Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e Book Collection is perfect for sharing together every day of Advent.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2026-08-18T15:38:05+01:00","created_at":"2026-08-18T15:26:53+01:00","vendor":"Macmillan","type":"B2D DEALS","tags":["Advent Calendar","Age_5-7","Bargains","bestsellers-resort","Binding_Paperback","Boxing 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restlessness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Parents,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grandparents,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and nursery teachers constantly seek wholesome,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e reusable holiday traditions that build anticipation without overstimulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Renowned Children's Laureate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"496\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/collections\/julia-donaldson\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Julia Donaldson Books\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eJulia Donaldson\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" 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and master illustrator Axel Scheffler provide the ultimate festive tradition with this interactive literary countdown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"4\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e transforms December into twenty-four days of hands-on holiday creativity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Encased in an oversized,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e illustrated hardback presentation folder tied neatly with a satin ribbon,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this festive treasure features twenty-four numbered pockets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each morning reveals a brand-new mini paperback booklet starring beloved storybook heroes—from the quick-witted Mouse and the terrible Gruffalo to Stick Man,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Zog,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the friendly Witch from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"470\"\u003eRoom on the Broom\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Packed with festive colouring pages,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e spot-the-difference challenges,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e drawing guides,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e simple crosswords,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e seasonal rhymes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and carols,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e every mini-book offers a cosy ten-minute activity that little ones can complete independently or share with family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSugar-Free Excitement, 24 Mini Keepsakes \u0026amp; Beloved Characters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTwenty-Four Individual Mini Books:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A full month of daily surprises, including games,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e puzzles,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e festive crafts,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and creative drawing tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAxel Scheffler's Iconic Art:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Bursting with rich,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e full-colour holiday artwork that instantly delights young fans of modern picture book classics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInteractive and Reusable:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Sturdy presentation pockets keep each mini book protected,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allowing children to collect,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e re-read,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and treasure their mini library well past Christmas Day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp 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title=\"Books2Door\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"206\"\u003eBooks2Door\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e we take pride in stocking high-utility holiday literature that turns seasonal excitement into healthy family habits at prices every household can celebrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Order your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"386\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" title=\"The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\"\u003eThe Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e today!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFull Product Title\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" title=\"The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\"\u003eThe Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e: Christmas Countdown with 24 Mini Activity Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/collections\/julia-donaldson\" title=\"Julia Donaldson Books\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,0\"\u003eJulia Donaldson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIllustrator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,1,0\"\u003eAxel Scheffler\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePublisher Partners\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,1,0\"\u003eMacmillan Children's Books (Pan Macmillan)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat Architecture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,1,0\"\u003eDeluxe Hardback Presentation Folder with Ribbon Tie containing 24 Individual Mini Paperback Activity Books\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eISBN-13 \/ SKU\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,1,0\"\u003e9781035064519 \/ SKU B2D8082\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePage Count \u0026amp; Scope\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,1,0\"\u003e384 pages total across 24 mini books (approximately 16 pages per booklet)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTarget Audience \u0026amp; Age Bracket\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,1,0\"\u003eToddlers, Preschoolers \u0026amp; Early Years (Ages 3 to 7 Years Old, EYFS \u0026amp; Key Stage 1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeatured Characters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,1,0\"\u003eThe Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Stick Man, Zog, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Highway Rat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCore Themes \u0026amp; Genre\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,10,1,0\"\u003eChristmas countdown, holiday crafts, colouring, puzzles, festive songs, mazes, rhyming games, screen-free morning routines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecial Value Offerings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,11,1,0\"\u003eUnbeatable online pricing, 10% BookPoints cashback rewards, fast UK dispatch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSkills \u0026amp; Utility Developed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,12,1,0\"\u003eFine motor skills, pencil control, cognitive problem-solving, visual observation, patience, festive family bonding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCount down to Christmas with this book advent calendar for kids. A collection of twenty-four mini activity books, based on The Gruffalo and other bestselling picture books by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/collections\/julia-donaldson\" title=\"Julia Donaldson Books\"\u003eJulia Donaldson\u003c\/a\u003e and Axel Scheffler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy a book every day with this fantastic festive collection, including colouring, drawing and activity books based on the family-favourite picture books, The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale and more. Plus lots of family fun with songs and rhymes to enjoy together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, match up the back covers of your mini-books to create four special puzzle scenes featuring all your favourite characters celebrating the festive season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith twenty-four mini books collected together in a beautiful hardback presentation case with tie ribbon, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/products\/the-gruffalo-and-friends-advent-calendar-by-julia-donaldson-christmas-countdown-with-24-mini-activity-books-ages-3-7-paperback\" title=\"The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\"\u003eThe Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e Book Collection is perfect for sharing together every day of Advent.\u003c\/p\u003e"}