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Five Children and It

By E. Nesbit

By E. Nesbit

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Sep 11, 2008 | ISBN 9780141321615 | Middle Grade (10 and up)

Five Children and It by E. Nesbit
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About Five Children and It

When Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane and their baby brother go digging in the gravel pit, the last thing they expect to find is a Psammead – an ancient Sand-fairy! Having a Sand-fairy for a pet means having one wish granted each day. But the children don’t realize all the trouble wishes can cause . . . A timeless classic with an introduction by Quentin Blake, award-winning illustrator and first-ever Children’s Laureate (1999–2001).

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About E. Nesbit

E. Nesbit (1858–1924) spent her childhood in France and Germany and later lived in England. She began writing fantasy and adventure stories for children in the early 1890s and is renowned for her strong-willed young characters. Her novels include The Story… More about E. Nesbit

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Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books

Paperback | $7.99
Published by Puffin Books
Sep 11, 2008 | 272 Pages | Middle Grade (10 and up) | ISBN 9780141321615
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