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BfK 101 November 1996

November 1, 1996/in /by Richard Hill

The cover illustration for this issue is by Tony Ross for Allan Ahlberg’s latest addition to the ‘Happy Family’ series, Miss Dirt the Dustman’s Daughter. We are grateful to Puffin Books for their help in producing the cover of this November issue.

Articles

Editorial 101: November 1996
News and comment from the Editor.
Master Allan the Ahlberg
Jeff Hynds looks at Allan Ahlberg's 'Happy Family' series.
‘Happy Families’ – a classroom perspective
Liz Waterland on how 'Happy Families' work with children.
Authorgraph No.101: Lesley Howarth
Lesley Howarth interviewed by Stephanie Nettell.
Unfinished Stories
George Hunt explores unappreciated treasures that lie in the classroom.
Godhanger by Dick King-Smith
Julia Eccleshare investigates a powerful new novel from Dick King-Smith.
A Christmas Round Up
Fiona Waters looks at new titles for the season.
BfK News: November 1996
News * Awards * Publications * Letters to the Editor
Poetry for Christmas
Jack Ousbey makes a selection.

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