Early Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey.

Billy the kid has so much to do before Gabby Goose's birthday party, there's no way he's ready for his afternoon nap. It's up to the rest of the animals in Potter's Barn to tire him out and ensure Gabby's party goes off with a bang!

This book has been graded for interest at 6-8 years.

There are 64 pages in this book. This book was published 2011 by Hachette Children's Group .

Emily Bolam studied at Brighton College of Art (1987-1990). She has illustrated many successful titles for Campbell Books. Visit Francesca's website at www. francescasimon. com and keep up-to-date with Horrid Henry at www. horridhenry. co. uk.