Review Hilarious … designed to get kids reading with confidenceParents In TouchIntended to enthuse children about reading and develop confidence in approaching the written word, Night of the Toddlers certainly delivers. An entertaining story which is reinforced throughout with wonderful Brylewski cartoons.The School Librarian Product Description So, your parents have been turned into toddlers by a cranky scientist called Professor Troppy. She invented ‘Born Again’ cream, which promised to keep people young (they just didn’t realise HOW young). What are you going to do? Phone the police – they’re toddlers. Call the army – they’re toddlers. Even the Royal Family are toddlers! This is exactly what happened to Bobby and Gail, two utterly unloved kids out to save the day. Tommy Donbavand’s Funny Shorts is a series of colour illustrated, chapter-based readers published by Franklin Watts EDGE designed to get kids reading with confidence. About the Author Tommy Donbavand is the author of the 13-book Scream Street series, published in over a dozen languages worldwide. He has also written several titles for reluctant and struggling readers, including Zombie!, Wolf, Virus and Uniform – which won the 2011 Hackney Short Novel Award. Originally from Liverpool, Tommy now lives in Lancashire with his family and an increasing number of pets. He sees sleep as a waste of good writing time.
Dive into a world of hilarious chaos with "EDGE: Tommy Donbavand's Funny Shorts: Night of the Toddlers," a laugh-out-loud adventure perfect for young readers seeking a funny and engaging story. From the mind of Tommy Donbavand, the acclaimed author behind the popular "Scream Street" series, comes a tale of mischievous mayhem and unexpected heroism that will captivate children and encourage a love of reading. In "Night of the Toddlers," siblings Bobby and Gail face an unbelievably ridiculous situation: their parents, and indeed the entire adult population, have been transformed into toddlers! The culprit? A peculiar scientist named Professor Troppy and her "Born Again" cream, a formula intended to reverse aging that, unfortunately, works a little too well. Imagine the police force, the army, even the Royal Familyall rendered into babbling, crawling youngsters! Left to their own devices, Bobby and Gail embark on a desperate quest to reverse the effects of the cream and save the world (or at least their parents) from permanent toddlerhood. With the help of Brylewski's hilarious illustrations that pepper every page, readers are swept along on a riotous ride filled with slapstick comedy, clever problem-solving, and the heartwarming realization that even the most unloved kids can become heroes. This illustrated edition, published by Franklin Watts as part of the EDGE series, is specifically designed to boost reading confidence in young readers. With its engaging storyline, accessible language, and chapter-based format, "Night of the Toddlers" provides a fun and rewarding reading experience. The book is ideal for reluctant readers or those transitioning to chapter books, offering a perfect balance of humor, adventure, and readability. Tommy Donbavand's knack for creating relatable characters and wildly imaginative scenarios shines through in this Funny Shorts adventure. A celebrated children's author known for his comedic timing and ability to connect with young audiences, Donbavand has also written several titles aimed at struggling readers, including the award-winning "Uniform." His writing style is characterized by fast-paced plots, laugh-out-loud moments, and a genuine understanding of what makes kids tick. This particular adventure is perfect for fans of authors like David Walliams and Roald Dahl, offering a similar blend of quirky characters and over-the-top situations. "Night of the Toddlers" isnt just a funny story; its a celebration of resourcefulness, sibling teamwork, and the power of believing in yourself, even when facing the most absurd of challenges. This short chapter book is perfect for kids ages 7-11 and a fantastic way to encourage a love of reading with a story that's as silly as it is engaging. Get ready for a night of giggles, gasps, and maybe just a little bit of baby talk!