Old Tom's Big Book of Beauty
Angela Throgmorton adores Old Tom, but that doesn't mean there isn't room for improvement. When she gives him 'The Big Book of Beauty' the results are astonishing. But will it go to Old Tom's head? Old Tom, star of six previous books and with his own TV series, is one of Leigh Hobbs' most loved characters.
Selected among the best early childhood books for 2007 by Early Childhood Australia, in the Into School category.
About the Old Tom Series
Books in series order
- 1.Old Tom(1994)
- 2.Old Tom at the Beach(1995)
- 3.Old Tom Goes to Mars(1996)
- 4.Old Tom's Guide to Being Good(1998)
- 5.Old Tom's Holiday(2002)
- 6.Old Tom Man of Mystery(2003)
- 7.Old Tom's Big Book of Beauty(2007)
Reading age: 6+ years
Old Tom is a rebellious but well-meaning cat, much-loved by his owner, Angela Throgmorton, and young readers, alike. This series of hilarious chapter books recount Old Tom's adventures, his outrageously bad behavior, and his honest but ill-fated attempts to be good. The personality of Old Tom, and the emotions of Angela, and the other characters in the stories, are accurately conveyed through Leigh Hobb's vibrant and colourful illustrations. Note: The more recent titles in this series are designed for even younger readers (4+). Please check the age guides on individual books.