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Fergal is Fuming!

By Robert Starling
Series: Fergal
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Fergal is Fuming! is a delightful children's book about a young dragon named Fergal who struggles with his fiery temper. Whenever things don't go his way, he can't help but let out a burst of flame in frustration. The story explores how Fergal learns to manage his anger with the help of his friends and family, imparting valuable lessons on emotional regulation for young readers.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's story if you appreciate tales that cleverly illustrate emotional understanding. Following the adventures of a young dragon, this book gently teaches how to handle feelings like anger with patience and kindness, all wrapped up in charming illustrations and engaging storytelling. It's a perfect choice for young readers who enjoy exploring emotions through entertaining narratives.

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A dragon with a short temper is not a good combination, as Fergal's family and friends soon find out. It is only when he starts to notice other animals have clever tricks to calm down that Fergal begins to win back his friends, especially when he discovers dragons can cool off in a very handy way.

Shortlisted for the 2018 Waterstones Childrens Book Prize.
Fergal is a nice chap... but when things don't go his way, he gets very, very ANGRY.

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Shortlisted for the 2018 Waterstones Children's Book Prize.

A dragon with a short temper is not a good combination, as Fergal's family and friends soon find out. He burns the dinner (literally), reduces the football goal to ashes, and absolutely cannot play a nice, quiet board game.

It is only when he starts to notice other animals have clever tricks to calm down that Fergal begins to win back his friends, especially when he discovers dragons can cool off in a very handy way.

Series: Fergal

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  • Fergal is Fuming!
    Shortlisted for the 2018 Waterstones Children's Book Prize. A dragon with a short temper is not a good combination, as Fergal's family and friends soon find out. He burns the dinner (literally), reduces the football goal to ashes, and absolutely cannot play a nice, quiet board game. It is only when he starts to notice other animals have clever tricks...
    By Robert Starling
    Paperback
    $1899
    Available
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  • Fergal and the Fib
    The fourth book in the Fergal series sees our favourite fiery dragon face to face with his conscience after he tells a huge lie... Fergal has discovered that he can tell a little lie and get away with it. But when he accidentally smashes the bakery window with his football, he tells a really big lie and his friend gets...
    By Robert Starling
    Hardback
    $3299
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  • Fergal is Fretting!
    In the latest story in the Waterstones Prize shortlisted series, Fergal is Fretting!, Fergal learns how to deal with his anxiety about his friend coming to stay with one very simple tip . . . Fergal’s friend Elspeth is coming to stay, and he is very excited . . . but there’s a problem. He hasn’t been able to see...
    By Robert Starling
    Hardback
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  • Fergal in a Fix!
    Fergal in a Fix! by Robert Starling finds Fergal off to Dragon Camp, feeling somewhat worried. He faces the challenge of meeting many new dragons and trying a variety of new activities. All Fergal wants is to be the best at everything, even if it involves cheating, and to be liked by everyone because he’s the best. However, things don’t...
    By Robert Starling
    Paperback
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  • Fergal in a Fix!
    Fergal in a Fix! follows Fergal as he heads to Dragon Camp, feeling a bit worried. He’ll be meeting lots of new dragons and trying lots of new things. All he wants is to be the best at everything (even if it means cheating) and for everyone to like him (because he's the best), but things don't quite go according...
    By Robert Starling
    Hardback
    Sold Out

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Fergal is Fuming! by Robert Starling is praised as a charming debut about a little dragon tackling his fiery temper. Reviewers highlight its engaging illustrations and real-life scenarios as an entertaining approach to teaching children about anger management. It's described as amusing and potentially a classic, ideal for sharing with children who might relate to Fergal's occasional outbursts.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783445905

Publisher: Andersen Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 February 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Andersen Press Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 250.0mm

Width: 260.0mm

Height: 4.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Robert Starling Series: Fergal

About the Author

Rob began doodling creatures and characters at school and hasn't stopped since. He lives and works in Norwich, and when he's not sketching up new characters or writing down stories he can be found sculpting, brewing coffee, adjusting his headphones or foraging in the kitchen for cake. Oh, and teaching kids. Fergal is Fuming, which was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Award, was his first book.

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  • Fergal and the Fib
    The fourth book in the Fergal series sees our favourite fiery dragon face to face with his conscience after he tells a huge lie... Fergal has discovered that he can tell a little lie and get away with it. But when he accidentally smashes the bakery window with his football, he tells a really big lie and his friend gets...
    By Robert Starling
    Hardback
    $3299
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  • Fergal is Fretting!
    In the latest story in the Waterstones Prize shortlisted series, Fergal is Fretting!, Fergal learns how to deal with his anxiety about his friend coming to stay with one very simple tip . . . Fergal’s friend Elspeth is coming to stay, and he is very excited . . . but there’s a problem. He hasn’t been able to see...
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    Discover that books can take you places you'd never believe... from Waterstones Prize-shortlisted Robert Starling. Astrid's family has just moved into the mouse hole in the bookshop on Maple Street, and none of her new classmates believes the incredible adventures she has with her family. But when she invites each of them to the bookshop, they'll see that there is...
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  • Fergal in a Fix!
    Fergal in a Fix! by Robert Starling finds Fergal off to Dragon Camp, feeling somewhat worried. He faces the challenge of meeting many new dragons and trying a variety of new activities. All Fergal wants is to be the best at everything, even if it involves cheating, and to be liked by everyone because he’s the best. However, things don’t...
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  • Fergal in a Fix!
    Fergal in a Fix! follows Fergal as he heads to Dragon Camp, feeling a bit worried. He’ll be meeting lots of new dragons and trying lots of new things. All he wants is to be the best at everything (even if it means cheating) and for everyone to like him (because he's the best), but things don't quite go according...
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