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Just the Thing!
Average rating
4 out of 5
Based on 42 Ratings and 5 Reviews

Book Description


Big Gorilla has a hard-to-scratch itch right in the middle of his back! The other animals offer suggestions, but nothing seems to work. In fact, their advice makes his problem even worse! Where can a gorilla find just the thing to soothe an itch? The answer may be closer than he thinks!
Book Information
PublisherGingham Dog Press
BindingHardcover
Reading LevelAges 4-8
# of Pages32
ISBN-100769643000
ISBN-13978-0769643007
Publication Date04/18/2005
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About Damian Harvey (Author) : Hi, I live in North Wales with lovely wife, Vicky. I have three wonderful daughters, one brilliant boy and a cat called Polly. Before becoming a writer I worked as a painter and decorator, a lifeguard... more
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About Lynne Chapman (Illustrator) : I am a children’s book illustrator, born in London, but living in Sheffield for 20 years now. I have around 30 published books, mostly picture books, one of which I also wrote. I am currently workin... more
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2/22/2008 Marilyn Panton said: How fun is this? I love the idea and the illustrations are great. We've all been there and done that but on a much smaller scale. The expressions are priceless.
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9/23/2007 Damian Harvey said:
Big Gorilla has an itch right in the middle of his back! The other animals offer suggestions, but nothing seems to work. In fact, their advice makes his problem even worse! Where can a gorilla find just the thing to soothe an itch? The answer may be closer than he thinks! This is a great book to... more

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