Stories for 8 Year Olds

by Linsay Knight (Editor)

These eclectic collections feature local Australian storytellers such as Gretel Killeen, Deborah Abela, Paul Jennings, Victor Kelleher and Andy Griffiths, as well as international stars like Malorie Blackman and Margaret Mahy. Tailored to suit the interests and reading abilities of young readers. Ages 8+

208 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2005

About the author

Linsay has written a number of non-fiction titles including two volumes of The Dictionary of Performing Arts (with two other writers)and Volcanoes and Under the Sea. She has edited various story collections, including 30 Australian Stories for Children, 30 Australian Ghost Stories for Children and Stories for 6,7,8 & 9 year olds.

In her spare time, Linsay enjoys playing the viola (she was the Principal Viola of the St Andrews Chamber Orchestra) and is currently a member of a string quartet.

Reviews

[Zak · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read 2 of the 10 stories:
The Big Bad Bah! by Bill Condon 4/5
Souperman by Paul Jennings 5/5