Daisy and the Trouble with Giants by Kes Gray
Summary
“Daisy and the Trouble with Giants” is a children’s book written by Kes Gray. The story follows Daisy, a curious and adventurous young girl, who decides she wants to meet a real giant. If she meets a real giant, he’d pick her up and put her on his shoulder, and they’d have giant adventures! They’d eat sweets as big as tractor tires, and if she got thirsty, they’d have giant lemonades out of giant straws.
Plot
Daisy has decided she wants to meet a real giant! She thinks it would be so much fun to have giant adventures with a giant. She believes that if she can find a magic bean, she can climb the beanstalk and meet the giant. However, finding magic beans can be troublesome, and the trouble with giants is that they really shouldn’t live at the top of magic beanstalks.
Themes
- Curiosity and adventure
- Friendship and imagination
- Overcoming obstacles and challenges
Illustrations
The book features colorful and humorous illustrations that bring the story to life. The illustrations are sure to delight children and make the story even more engaging.
Awards and Recognition
Kes Gray is a bestselling, multi-award-winning author of over 70 children’s books. He is known for his quirky humor and ability to capture the imagination of young readers.
Recommendation
“Daisy and the Trouble with Giants” is a delightful and entertaining read for children aged 4-8. The story is perfect for early readers or for reading aloud to younger children. The book is sure to spark their imagination and encourage them to think creatively.
