The Snake Who Came to Stay Paperback

The Snake Who Came to Stay by Julia Donaldson, with illustrations by Hannah Peck, is a charming and humorous "Little Gem" book from Barrington Stoke, designed to be accessible for young readers, including those with dyslexia. The story follows a very particular king who insists on having a perfectly neat garden, a trait his pet cat, Pixie, shares. Their orderly world is disrupted when a mysterious parcel arrives, containing a surprise: a snake. Despite the initial shock and the snake's messy habits, the king and Pixie slowly learn to adapt and even enjoy the unexpected presence of their new, slithering companion. This delightful tale celebrates finding joy in imperfection, accepting differences, and the unexpected friendships that can blossom.