A fine picnic

by Mary Hoffman

Despite a sudden rain shower, a family all set for a picnic carries out its plans, finding adventure and fun on an indoor picnic.

21 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1986

About the author

See also works published under Mary Lassiter

Mary Hoffman is a bestselling British author and reviewer, born in 1945. She is a true enthusiast of Italy and spends a lot of her time there, which shows in her Stravaganza novels: a series currently in publication. In total, she has written over 80 books, including the aforementioned Stravaganza series and the bestselling picture book, Amazing Grace. Mary is also the editor of a review magazine Armadillo for kids.

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Reviews

[Felicity · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another childhood favourite and a great example of how you can still have fun even when the rain spoils your planned trip to the seaside.