Animal Stories for 7 Year Olds is a rich and varied selection of heart-warming animal stories by some of the very best writers for children, chosen by Helen Paiba. The collection is perfect for reading alone or reading aloud - and for dipping into time and time again.

With stories from Dick King-Smith, Ursula Moray Williams, Michael Rosen, Philippa Pearce, Rumer Godden and many more, this book will provide hours of fantastic fun.

In this collection you'll get the chance to meet the mice who are celebrating their silver wedding anniversary, find out how the ostrich got his long neck and also read about the world's happiest woodlouse - along with many other amazing and wonderful characters!