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Grug Learns to Read

By Ted Prior
Series: Grug
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Grug Learns to Read by Ted Prior is a delightful children's book where the lovable character Grug sets out on an adventure to understand the magic of reading. Filled with charming illustrations, this story follows Grug as he encounters words and letters, sparking a journey of curiosity and discovery that encourages young readers to explore the world of books.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming tales that encourage young readers to learn and explore. It's perfect for children who are beginning their reading journey, featuring a lovable character embarking on a fun-filled adventure with delightful illustrations.

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Grug loves looking at the pictures in books, but one day he decides to teach himself how to read the words. Soon he can enjoy his favourite book of all...

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Grug loves looking at the pictures in books, but one day he decides to teach himself how to read the words.

Soon he can enjoy his favourite book of all... Grug Learns to Read.

Series: Grug

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  • Grug
    Once the top of a Burrawang tree fell to the ground and became...Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!
    By Ted Prior
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  • Grug 123 Board Book
    One big red appleTwo yellow flowersThree bright balloons… Learn to count with Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters! Grug teaches the basic building blocks of learning, the alphabet and numbers, in a fabulous Australian setting.
    By Ted Prior
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  • Grug ABC Board Book
    Learn the alphabet with Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters! Grug teaches the basic building blocks of learning, the alphabet and numbers, in a fabulous Australian setting.
    By Ted Prior
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  • Grug and His First Christmas
    Grug and His First Christmas features Grug's first Christmas, bringing an array of delightful surprises for Grug's friends in the bush. Everyone discovers that giving and receiving on this special day captures the true essence of Christmas. Waking up on Christmas morning is the most wondrous moment of all!
    By Ted Prior
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    $799
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  • Grug and His First Christmas Hardback
    Jingle all the way to Christmas with the very first Grug and His First Christmas hardback – the perfect gift for younger readers. Grug and His First Christmas means lots of lovely surprises for Grug's bush friends. Everyone is learning that giving and receiving on this special day is what Christmas is all about... ...and waking up on Christmas morning...
    By Ted Prior
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  • Grug and His First Easter
    One warm sunny day, Grug discovers that Easter is on its way. Then he is visited by a mysterious creature, who leaves treats of special eggs for Grug to find. Grug decides to hide some eggs in the forest for his bush friends to find - and delivers a special egg for a special friend. Along the way, he makes...
    By Ted Prior
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  • Grug and His First Easter Hardback
    Discover the magic of Easter with Grug, now in hardback – the perfect gift for younger readers. One warm sunny day, Grug discovers that Easter is on its way. He is then visited by a mysterious creature, who leaves treats of special eggs for Grug to find. Grug decides to hide some eggs in the forest for his bush friends...
    By Ted Prior
    Hardback
    $1499
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    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug and his Imaginary Friend
    Grug and his Imaginary Friend by Ted Prior introduces Grug, the unforgettable hero of the Australian bush, who began life at the top of the native Burrawang tree. Join Grug on a new adventure with his imaginary friend!
    By Ted Prior
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    Available
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  • Grug and His Kite
    Startle the birds and touch the sky with Grug and His Kite! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!
    By Ted Prior
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    $799
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  • Grug and His Music
    March to the beat of your own drum, just like Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters! Grug and His Music invites young readers to explore the joyous world of music as they join Grug on his delightful journey. Children will love following Grug's adventures as he creates his own...
    By Ted Prior
    Paperback
    $799
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug and the Big Red Apple
    Discover the law of relativity with Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters! In Grug and the Big Red Apple, join Grug on another whimsical adventure as he learns and grows, charming young readers with his playful and curious nature.
    By Ted Prior
    Paperback
    $799
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug and the Bushfire
    Available in a brand new large paperback format for the first time. A special story about looking after the bush and our friends. It had not rained for a long time. The grass around Grug’s house was very dry and brown. Many leaves were falling from the trees. One very, very hot day Grug noticed a cloud of smoke in...
    By Ted Prior
    Paperback
    $1799
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780731814473

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Australia

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: Grug Ted Prior

About the Author

Ted Prior previously worked as a police officer and art teacher. He also worked in children's TV and animation. In 1979 he started his GRUG series of children's picture books.

Also by Ted Prior

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  • Grug
    Once the top of a Burrawang tree fell to the ground and became...Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!
    By Ted Prior
    Paperback
    $799
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug 123 Board Book
    One big red appleTwo yellow flowersThree bright balloons… Learn to count with Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters! Grug teaches the basic building blocks of learning, the alphabet and numbers, in a fabulous Australian setting.
    By Ted Prior
    Board book
    $1599
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug ABC Board Book
    Learn the alphabet with Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters! Grug teaches the basic building blocks of learning, the alphabet and numbers, in a fabulous Australian setting.
    By Ted Prior
    Board book
    $1599
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug and His First Christmas
    Grug and His First Christmas features Grug's first Christmas, bringing an array of delightful surprises for Grug's friends in the bush. Everyone discovers that giving and receiving on this special day captures the true essence of Christmas. Waking up on Christmas morning is the most wondrous moment of all!
    By Ted Prior
    Paperback
    $799
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • Grug and His First Christmas Hardback
    Jingle all the way to Christmas with the very first Grug and His First Christmas hardback – the perfect gift for younger readers. Grug and His First Christmas means lots of lovely surprises for Grug's bush friends. Everyone is learning that giving and receiving on this special day is what Christmas is all about... ...and waking up on Christmas morning...
    By Ted Prior
    Hardback
    $1499
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug and His First Easter
    One warm sunny day, Grug discovers that Easter is on its way. Then he is visited by a mysterious creature, who leaves treats of special eggs for Grug to find. Grug decides to hide some eggs in the forest for his bush friends to find - and delivers a special egg for a special friend. Along the way, he makes...
    By Ted Prior
    Paperback
    $799
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug and His First Easter Hardback
    Discover the magic of Easter with Grug, now in hardback – the perfect gift for younger readers. One warm sunny day, Grug discovers that Easter is on its way. He is then visited by a mysterious creature, who leaves treats of special eggs for Grug to find. Grug decides to hide some eggs in the forest for his bush friends...
    By Ted Prior
    Hardback
    $1499
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug and his Imaginary Friend
    Grug and his Imaginary Friend by Ted Prior introduces Grug, the unforgettable hero of the Australian bush, who began life at the top of the native Burrawang tree. Join Grug on a new adventure with his imaginary friend!
    By Ted Prior
    Paperback
    $799
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug and His Kite
    Startle the birds and touch the sky with Grug and His Kite! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!
    By Ted Prior
    Paperback
    $799
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug and His Music
    March to the beat of your own drum, just like Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters! Grug and His Music invites young readers to explore the joyous world of music as they join Grug on his delightful journey. Children will love following Grug's adventures as he creates his own...
    By Ted Prior
    Paperback
    $799
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug and the Big Red Apple
    Discover the law of relativity with Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters! In Grug and the Big Red Apple, join Grug on another whimsical adventure as he learns and grows, charming young readers with his playful and curious nature.
    By Ted Prior
    Paperback
    $799
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grug and the Bushfire
    Available in a brand new large paperback format for the first time. A special story about looking after the bush and our friends. It had not rained for a long time. The grass around Grug’s house was very dry and brown. Many leaves were falling from the trees. One very, very hot day Grug noticed a cloud of smoke in...
    By Ted Prior
    Paperback
    $1799
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks

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