Doctor Foster Went to Gloucester

Usborne First Reading Level 2

by Russell Punter (Retold by), David Semple (Illustrator)

This classic nursery rhyme is retold in a picture book version which sees Doctor Foster not only travelling to Gloucester, but also Oxford, Gosport, Stockton and Bognor, encountering not just rain but a range of other extreme weather conditions. Illustrated by David Semple, whose characterful artwork suits the doctor's dramatic journey perfectly.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

Genres: Fiction, Childrens, Picture Books

100 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2013

About the author

Russell Punter was born in Bedfordshire, England. From an early age he enjoyed writing and illustrating his own stories. He trained as a graphic designer at art college in West Sussex before entering the world of publishing. He has written over one hundred books for children of all ages, ranging from original stories to adaptations of classic novels.

Reviews

[Emily Carter-Dunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Baby A loved this! The illustrations are vibrant and clear and the rhymes were lovely.

It had to be read - I'm from Gloucester and grew up with the rhyme!

[🎲🎧❤️CHanCE💔🎼🎲 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Each time he goes somewhere he falls in to water or mud

[&Rea · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kids really enjoy this story.

[Amira · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun book for kids! Love the illustrations & it’s colourful too! The book even provide an activity for the kids to do once we finish reading 😁

[Charlotte Chan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is very funny

[Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

A funny instalment in the collection, able to hold Noah’s, Orla’s and in particular Imogen’s attention throughout.

[zhanghao · Rating 4 out of 5]

On the surface, it's a story about one person, but in reality, it's a story about a small puddle.