Toddle Waddle

By Julia Donaldson

Toddle Waddle by Julia Donaldson
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The Story

A toddler leads a cheerful parade of friends on a walk to the end of a seaside pier, picking up buzzing bees, bicycle bells and a whole beachful of noisy company along the way.

Why It's Special

For the toddler who loves making noise as much as making friends, this turns a simple walk into a joyful, sound-filled procession.

  • Big idea: A walk is more fun the more friends — and sounds — you gather along the way.
  • Vibes: Bouncy, noisy, and full of seaside sunshine.

Perfect For Kids Who

  • love rhyming and finishing the last word
  • enjoy copying silly sounds
  • like to join in with repeated phrases
  • respond well to a simple, cumulative story structure

Ask Your Little Reader

  • Imagination: What sounds do you think you'd hear on a walk to the end of the pier?
  • Story & problem-solving: Who do you think joins the toddler's walk first?
  • Real-life connection: Have you ever gone on a walk and met lots of friends along the way?
  • Imagination: If you were waddling along the pier, what silly sound would you make?

About This Book

Title
Toddle Waddle
Author
Julia Donaldson
Illustrator
Nick Sharratt
Pages
24 pages

Story Attributes

Reading experience
RhymingRepetition