Dick King-Smith The Master of Animal Adventures 10 Books Collection – Ages 7-9 – Paperback

Dick King-Smith wrote many beloved stories for children that were often enjoyed by adults alike. His books have been translated into multiple languages and adapted into films and TV shows. The Master of Animal Adventures 10 Books Collection is a great introduction to his most well-loved stories.

The Master of Animal Adventures 10 Books Collection includes a variety of stories featuring different animals. The collection includes the books The Sheep-Pig, The Fox Busters, The Queen’s Nose, The Water Horse, Ace, Lady Daisy, The Hodgeheg, Harriet’s Hare, Martin’s Mice, and Sophie’s Snail. Each book features a unique animal protagonist and takes the reader on an adventure with them.

One of the most popular books in the collection is The Sheep-Pig, which was later adapted into the hit movie Babe. The story follows a young pig named Babe who is raised by a sheepdog and dreams of becoming a sheep-pig. Despite being different from the other animals on the farm, Babe uses his intelligence and kindness to win over the other animals and his human caretakers.

Titles in the Set:

1. The Sheep-pig
2. The Hodgeheg
3. The Invisible Dog
4. The Golden Goose
5. Smasher
6. The Mouse Family Robinson
7. The Jenius
8. The Swoose
9. Harry’s Mad
10. Dinosaur Trouble

Another notable book in the collection is The Hodgeheg. The story follows a young hedgehog named Max who dreams of crossing the road safely to reach the park where the tasty hedges grow. Along the way, Max faces numerous challenges and learns valuable lessons about perseverance, determination, and the importance of taking risks. King-Smith’s love for animals shines through in this delightful tale. His talent for creating relatable and lovable characters makes The Hodgeheg a classic of children’s literature that continues to captivate readers of all ages.

The Mouse Family Robinson is a charming and whimsical story that follows a family of mice who find themselves stranded on a deserted island and must use their wits and resourcefulness to survive. With the help of their clever and courageous young mouse, Beaumont, the family faces numerous challenges and adventures on their journey to build a new life on the island. King-Smith’s love for animals and his gift for storytelling are on full display in this delightful and heartwarming tale that continues to enchant readers of all ages.

Throughout the collection, King-Smith’s love and appreciation for animals is clear. He portrays them as intelligent, capable creatures with their own personalities and quirks. His stories often have a message about the importance of kindness, perseverance, and acceptance.

The Master of Animal Adventures 10 Books Collection is a delightful read for animal lovers of all ages. With its engaging stories and lovable animal characters, it is no wonder that King-Smith is known as the master of animal adventures.

About the author: 

Dick King-Smith was a British author known for his prolific writing of children’s books that focused on animals. His stories were cherished by children and adults alike and have been translated into multiple languages and adapted into films and TV shows. One of his most popular works is the Master of Animal Adventures 10 Books Collection.

One of the most popular books in the collection is The Sheep-Pig, which was later adapted into the hit movie Babe. Another notable book in King-Smith’s works is The Fox Busters, which tells the story of a group of farm animals who band together to outsmart a group of foxes who are trying to take over their farm. With the help of a clever rooster named Foxy, the animals come up with a plan to defend their home and save themselves from becoming the foxes’ next meal.

In The Queen’s Nose, a young girl named Harmony receives a magical coin that grants wishes. But as she quickly learns, the power of the coin can be both a blessing and a curse, and she must learn to use it wisely.

Other stories in the collection include a water horse who brings joy to a family in The Water Horse, a horse who defies the odds and becomes a racing champion in Ace, and a clever hedgehog who must navigate the dangers of the city in The Hodgeheg.

Throughout the collection, King-Smith’s love and appreciation for animals is clear. He portrays them as intelligent, capable creatures with their own personalities and quirks. His stories often have a message about the importance of kindness, perseverance, and acceptance.

From the publisher:

The Sheep-pig

When Babe, the little orphaned piglet, is won at a fair by Farmer Hogget, he is adopted by Fly, the kind-hearted sheepdog. Babe is determined to learn everything he can from Fly.

The Hodgeheg

Max is a hedgehog who lives with his family in a nice little home, but it’s on the wrong side of the road from the Park where there’s a beautiful lily pond and plenty of juicy slugs, worms and snails!

The Invisible Dog

A little girl who desperately wants a dog introduces an imaginary Great Dane called Henry into her home. Her wish comes true when she is allowed a real Henry.

The Golden Goose

Farmer Skint has no luck on his farm until one day his goose lays a golden egg, which hatches out into a golden gosling.

Smasher

When Farmer Buzzard’s collie, Kay, has four puppies, he doesn’t know what to do. Three are fine puppies which he can sell.

The Mouse Family Robinson

When Beaumont Robinson, an inquisitive young mouse, is nearly killed by the cat, his family decide there is only one thing to do.

The Jenius

Judy’s classmates snigger when she claims guinea pigs are brainy. But, when her guinea pigs have a baby son, she decides to call him Jenius and train him to prove her point.

The Swoose

Fitzherbert’s mother is a goose, but his father was a swan – which makes him a swoose!

Harry’s Mad

Harry isn’t very pleased when he inherits a parrot from Great-Uncle George, but Maddison is no ordinary parrot.

Dinosaur Trouble

The terrible Tyrannosaurus rex is scaring all the dinosaur families that live on the Great Plains.