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Pam Miller Don't cower to fear, but be brave and face your enemy, who may also has a weakness and not be nearly as smart. Or, the adult version: fake it 'til you…moreDon't cower to fear, but be brave and face your enemy, who may also has a weakness and not be nearly as smart. Or, the adult version: fake it 'til you make it.(less)

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How long does it take to read 'The Gruffalo'?

Joanne-Lee Hello Friend!
If you have more advanced children that you are preparing for a life in the dramatic arts such as i am with my perfect angel Dustbin it m…moreHello Friend!
If you have more advanced children that you are preparing for a life in the dramatic arts such as i am with my perfect angel Dustbin it may take a little longer. In my case where me and my husband John uses complex hand puppet theatre it took us 15 minutes to complete.
However i strongly discourage you from reading this book as per my review. I highly recommend you read it. 😊
Thank you for reading,
~Joanne-Lee(less)

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Have there been any short films or movie adaptations of 'The Gruffalo'?

Johnny As of 2022, there have been a couple:
• The Gruffalo (2009) (TV Movie)
IMDb #tt1461418 - 0h27m - 7.5/10 - Low Popularity
• The Gruffalo's Child (2011) (T…moreAs of 2022, there have been a couple:
• The Gruffalo (2009) (TV Movie)
IMDb #tt1461418 - 0h27m - 7.5/10 - Low Popularity
• The Gruffalo's Child (2011) (TV Movie)
IMDb #tt2132486 - 0h27m - 7.1/10 - Low Popularity

I wouldn't be surprised if more came out in the future, but that's all there is for now.(less)

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Who is the protagonist of the story?

Johnny Despite the book's title, in actuality the protagonist would really be the Mouse, not the Gruffalo. He is the animal that brings all the others into c…moreDespite the book's title, in actuality the protagonist would really be the Mouse, not the Gruffalo. He is the animal that brings all the others into contact, and without him, none of the events would have occurred.(less)

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What is the recommended age range for this book?

Johnny Roughly, Ages 3-5+. Of course, in practice it might be a bit more subjective than that, and it's perfectly enjoyable even for older recovering childre…moreRoughly, Ages 3-5+. Of course, in practice it might be a bit more subjective than that, and it's perfectly enjoyable even for older recovering children.(less)

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