The Gruffalo [Paperback] Donaldson, Julia and Scheffler, Axel

A mouse takes a stroll through the deep dark wood — but this forest is full of danger. A fox, an owl, and a snake all fancy him for lunch. So the clever mouse invents a monster: the Gruffalo. Terrible tusks, terrible claws, terrible teeth in his terrible jaws. But there's no such thing as a Gruffalo... is there? Julia Donaldson's rhythmic rhyming text and Axel Scheffler's unforgettable illustrations have made this picture book a modern classic since 1999. It's the kind of story kids memorize after three bedtimes, full of wordplay and a satisfying twist. Perfect for reading aloud to anyone who loves a small hero outwitting bigger threats. Sitting at 4.04 on Goodreads with 80 ratings.