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Julia Donaldson

Julia Catherine Donaldson MBE (born 16 September 1948) is an English writer, playwright and performer, and the 2011–2013 Children's Laureate. She is best known for her popular rhyming stories for children, especially those illustrated by Axel Scheffler, which include The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and Stick Man. She originally wrote songs for children's television but has concentrated on writing books since the words of one of her songs, "A Squash and a Squeeze", were made into a children's book in 1993. Of her 184 published works, 64 are widely available in bookshops. The remaining 120 are intended for school use and include her Songbirds phonic reading scheme, which is part of the Oxford Reading Tree.

Early life

Donaldson (née Shields) was born in 1948 and brought up in Hampstead, London, with her younger sister Mary. The family occupied a Victorian three-storey house near Hampstead Heath. Her parents, sister and their pet cat Geoffrey lived on the ground floor, an aunt and uncle on the first floor and her grandmother on the second floor. Donaldson's parents, James (always known as Jerry) and Elizabeth, met shortly before the Second World War, which then separated them for six years. Jerry, who had studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Oxford University, spent most of the war in a prisoner-of-war camp where his knowledge of German earned him the position of interpreter. Elizabeth, also a good German speaker with a degree in languages, meanwhile did war work in the Wrens.

Podcasts:

  • The Detective Dog by Julia Donaldson. Children's story audiobook, kids read-aloud.

    When a crime needs solving, there's only one dog for the job! Beautifully illustrated by Sara Ogilvie. Music: Youth Musician: @iksonmusic

    published: 05 Jan 2021
  • Storytime for kids read aloud - Monkey Puzzle by Julia Donaldson

    Storytime for kids! Today's storytime is Monkey Puzzle by Julia Donaldson. Children will love listening to this heart warming story read aloud with bright colourful pictures. See if your child can answer the special question at the end! If you enjoyed this storytime, subscribe to Storytime For Kids to see more of your favourite books read aloud. If your little one liked this book, you can buy your own copy here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Monkey-Puzzle-Julia-Donaldson/dp/1509812490/ref=asc_df_1509812490/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310783995501&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1352498802450080259&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007247&hvtargid=pla-406163935873&psc=1&th=1&psc=1

    published: 20 Feb 2021
  • Spinderella by Julia Donaldson, Read aloud book for kids, Tale Story for kids and babies

    Spinderella is yet another fascinating story for children written by Julia Donaldson. This tale tells us about a small spider called Spinderella and how she wanted to learn to count. When there is a will, there is a way... Who but her Hairy Godmother helps her to find a way to learn the numbers and then use them practically in her everyday life.

    published: 03 Jan 2019
  • A Squash and a Squeeze by Julia Donaldson. Children's story. Audiobook. Read-aloud.

    kids story book, read aloud audio book Julia Donaldson "Wise old man, won't you help me, please? My house is a Squash and a squeeze". A goat on the bed and a cow on table tapping out a jig!

    published: 11 Sep 2020
  • Superworm Loves to Show-off! @GruffaloWorld : Compilation

    Gruffalo World is the official YouTube channel for all things Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, Stick Man, The Highway Rat, Zog, Snail & The Whale, Zog and the Flying Doctors and Superworm! Featuring exclusive clips created especially for children. ► Click here to watch our specials! https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer ► Click to Subscribe to Gruffalo World! http://smarturl.it/TheGruffalo o Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MagicLightPics o Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magiclightpics/ o Twitter: https://twitter.com/magiclightpics o Shop: https://gruffaloshop.com/ Gruffalo World - Welcome to the Gruffalo World official channel! Gruffalo World is produced by multiple Oscar® nominated Magic Light Pictures #MagicLightPictures

    published: 19 Mar 2022
  • Storytime for Kids Read Aloud: Stickman by Julia Donaldson

    Today's storytime is Stickman by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler. Listen to the story read aloud in English with colourful illustrations. Subscribe to Storytime for kids for more childrens books read aloud https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKzeIlHfVNOmgYi9bkXqg-g?sub_confirmation=1 Buy your own copy of Stickman by clicking here https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stick-Man-Julia-Donaldson/dp/1407170716/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=stickman+book&qid=1651670918&sr=8-1 #storytimeforkids #kidsbooksreadaloud

    published: 04 May 2022
  • The Smartest Giant in Town - Julia Donaldson audiobook. Children's story book read-aloud

    Julia Donaldson kids story book, audio book read aloud. With smart trousers, shirt, stripy tie and shiny shoes, George is the smartest Giant in Town. But on his travels, he meets various animals who desperately need his help.... and his clothes! Music: Youth Musician: @iksonmusic

    published: 25 Aug 2020
  • Charlie Cook's Favourite Book - by Julia Donaldson. Children's story. Audiobook (read-aloud)

    Curl up in a cosy chair and let Charlie Cook's Favourite Book become your favourite too! A glorious celebration of books and reading!

    published: 29 Aug 2020
  • Room on the Broom - Julia Donaldson.. Children's Story. Audiobook - read-aloud.

    The witch had a cat and a very tall hat... Join the witch and her new friends on their travels.. Will they escape the dragon? Colourful read-aloud. Music: Youth Musician: @iksonmusic

    published: 16 Aug 2020
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The Detective Dog by Julia Donaldson. Children's story audiobook, kids read-aloud.
8:36

The Detective Dog by Julia Donaldson. Children's story audiobook, kids read-aloud.

  • Order:
  • Duration: 8:36
  • Uploaded Date: 05 Jan 2021
  • views: 538115
When a crime needs solving, there's only one dog for the job! Beautifully illustrated by Sara Ogilvie. Music: Youth Musician: @iksonmusic
https://wn.com/The_Detective_Dog_By_Julia_Donaldson._Children's_Story_Audiobook,_Kids_Read_Aloud.
Storytime for kids read aloud - Monkey Puzzle by Julia Donaldson
5:22

Storytime for kids read aloud - Monkey Puzzle by Julia Donaldson

  • Order:
  • Duration: 5:22
  • Uploaded Date: 20 Feb 2021
  • views: 380908
Storytime for kids! Today's storytime is Monkey Puzzle by Julia Donaldson. Children will love listening to this heart warming story read aloud with bright colourful pictures. See if your child can answer the special question at the end! If you enjoyed this storytime, subscribe to Storytime For Kids to see more of your favourite books read aloud. If your little one liked this book, you can buy your own copy here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Monkey-Puzzle-Julia-Donaldson/dp/1509812490/ref=asc_df_1509812490/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310783995501&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1352498802450080259&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007247&hvtargid=pla-406163935873&psc=1&th=1&psc=1
https://wn.com/Storytime_For_Kids_Read_Aloud_Monkey_Puzzle_By_Julia_Donaldson
Spinderella by Julia Donaldson, Read aloud book for kids, Tale Story for kids and babies
10:11

Spinderella by Julia Donaldson, Read aloud book for kids, Tale Story for kids and babies

  • Order:
  • Duration: 10:11
  • Uploaded Date: 03 Jan 2019
  • views: 135305
Spinderella is yet another fascinating story for children written by Julia Donaldson. This tale tells us about a small spider called Spinderella and how she wanted to learn to count. When there is a will, there is a way... Who but her Hairy Godmother helps her to find a way to learn the numbers and then use them practically in her everyday life.
https://wn.com/Spinderella_By_Julia_Donaldson,_Read_Aloud_Book_For_Kids,_Tale_Story_For_Kids_And_Babies
A Squash and a Squeeze by Julia Donaldson. Children's story. Audiobook. Read-aloud.
4:55

A Squash and a Squeeze by Julia Donaldson. Children's story. Audiobook. Read-aloud.

  • Order:
  • Duration: 4:55
  • Uploaded Date: 11 Sep 2020
  • views: 287712
kids story book, read aloud audio book Julia Donaldson "Wise old man, won't you help me, please? My house is a Squash and a squeeze". A goat on the bed and a cow on table tapping out a jig!
https://wn.com/A_Squash_And_A_Squeeze_By_Julia_Donaldson._Children's_Story._Audiobook._Read_Aloud.
Superworm Loves to Show-off!  @GruffaloWorld : Compilation
20:41

Superworm Loves to Show-off! @GruffaloWorld : Compilation

  • Order:
  • Duration: 20:41
  • Uploaded Date: 19 Mar 2022
  • views: 826316
Gruffalo World is the official YouTube channel for all things Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, Stick Man, The Highway Rat, Zog, Snail & The Whale, Zog and the Flying Doctors and Superworm! Featuring exclusive clips created especially for children. ► Click here to watch our specials! https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer ► Click to Subscribe to Gruffalo World! http://smarturl.it/TheGruffalo o Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MagicLightPics o Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magiclightpics/ o Twitter: https://twitter.com/magiclightpics o Shop: https://gruffaloshop.com/ Gruffalo World - Welcome to the Gruffalo World official channel! Gruffalo World is produced by multiple Oscar® nominated Magic Light Pictures #MagicLightPictures
https://wn.com/Superworm_Loves_To_Show_Off_Gruffaloworld_Compilation
Storytime for Kids Read Aloud: Stickman by Julia Donaldson
6:07

Storytime for Kids Read Aloud: Stickman by Julia Donaldson

  • Order:
  • Duration: 6:07
  • Uploaded Date: 04 May 2022
  • views: 198282
Today's storytime is Stickman by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler. Listen to the story read aloud in English with colourful illustrations. Subscribe to Storytime for kids for more childrens books read aloud https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKzeIlHfVNOmgYi9bkXqg-g?sub_confirmation=1 Buy your own copy of Stickman by clicking here https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stick-Man-Julia-Donaldson/dp/1407170716/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=stickman+book&qid=1651670918&sr=8-1 #storytimeforkids #kidsbooksreadaloud
https://wn.com/Storytime_For_Kids_Read_Aloud_Stickman_By_Julia_Donaldson
The Smartest Giant in Town - Julia Donaldson audiobook. Children's story book read-aloud
9:00

The Smartest Giant in Town - Julia Donaldson audiobook. Children's story book read-aloud

  • Order:
  • Duration: 9:00
  • Uploaded Date: 25 Aug 2020
  • views: 1577836
Julia Donaldson kids story book, audio book read aloud. With smart trousers, shirt, stripy tie and shiny shoes, George is the smartest Giant in Town. But on his travels, he meets various animals who desperately need his help.... and his clothes! Music: Youth Musician: @iksonmusic
https://wn.com/The_Smartest_Giant_In_Town_Julia_Donaldson_Audiobook._Children's_Story_Book_Read_Aloud
Charlie Cook's Favourite Book - by Julia Donaldson. Children's story. Audiobook (read-aloud)
4:40

Charlie Cook's Favourite Book - by Julia Donaldson. Children's story. Audiobook (read-aloud)

  • Order:
  • Duration: 4:40
  • Uploaded Date: 29 Aug 2020
  • views: 284937
Curl up in a cosy chair and let Charlie Cook's Favourite Book become your favourite too! A glorious celebration of books and reading!
https://wn.com/Charlie_Cook's_Favourite_Book_By_Julia_Donaldson._Children's_Story._Audiobook_(Read_Aloud)
Room on the Broom - Julia Donaldson.. Children's Story. Audiobook - read-aloud.
8:07

Room on the Broom - Julia Donaldson.. Children's Story. Audiobook - read-aloud.

  • Order:
  • Duration: 8:07
  • Uploaded Date: 16 Aug 2020
  • views: 4326420
The witch had a cat and a very tall hat... Join the witch and her new friends on their travels.. Will they escape the dragon? Colourful read-aloud. Music: Youth Musician: @iksonmusic
https://wn.com/Room_On_The_Broom_Julia_Donaldson.._Children's_Story._Audiobook_Read_Aloud.
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When a crime needs solving, there's only one dog for the job! Beautifully illustrated by Sara Ogilvie. Music: Youth Musician: @iksonmusic
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The Detective Dog by Julia Donaldson. Children's story audiobook, kids read-aloud.
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published: 05 Jan 2021
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Storytime for kids read aloud - Monkey Puzzle by Julia Donaldson
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published: 20 Feb 2021
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Spinderella by Julia Donaldson, Read aloud book for kids, Tale Story for kids and babies
Spinderella is yet another fascinating story for children written by Julia Donaldson. This...
published: 03 Jan 2019
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A Squash and a Squeeze by Julia Donaldson. Children's story. Audiobook. Read-aloud.
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published: 11 Sep 2020
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Superworm Loves to Show-off! @GruffaloWorld : Compilation
Gruffalo World is the official YouTube channel for all things Gruffalo, Room on the Broom,...
published: 19 Mar 2022
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Storytime for Kids Read Aloud: Stickman by Julia Donaldson
Today's storytime is Stickman by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler. Listen to the story rea...
published: 04 May 2022
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9:00
The Smartest Giant in Town - Julia Donaldson audiobook. Children's story book read-aloud
Julia Donaldson kids story book, audio book read aloud. With smart trousers, shirt, stripy...
published: 25 Aug 2020
Play in Full Screen
4:40
Charlie Cook's Favourite Book - by Julia Donaldson. Children's story. Audiobook (read-aloud)
Curl up in a cosy chair and let Charlie Cook's Favourite Book become your favourite too! A...
published: 29 Aug 2020
Play in Full Screen
8:07
Room on the Broom - Julia Donaldson.. Children's Story. Audiobook - read-aloud.
The witch had a cat and a very tall hat... Join the witch and her new friends on their tra...
published: 16 Aug 2020
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Julia Donaldson

Julia Catherine Donaldson MBE (born 16 September 1948) is an English writer, playwright and performer, and the 2011–2013 Children's Laureate. She is best known for her popular rhyming stories for children, especially those illustrated by Axel Scheffler, which include The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and Stick Man. She originally wrote songs for children's television but has concentrated on writing books since the words of one of her songs, "A Squash and a Squeeze", were made into a children's book in 1993. Of her 184 published works, 64 are widely available in bookshops. The remaining 120 are intended for school use and include her Songbirds phonic reading scheme, which is part of the Oxford Reading Tree.

Early life

Donaldson (née Shields) was born in 1948 and brought up in Hampstead, London, with her younger sister Mary. The family occupied a Victorian three-storey house near Hampstead Heath. Her parents, sister and their pet cat Geoffrey lived on the ground floor, an aunt and uncle on the first floor and her grandmother on the second floor. Donaldson's parents, James (always known as Jerry) and Elizabeth, met shortly before the Second World War, which then separated them for six years. Jerry, who had studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Oxford University, spent most of the war in a prisoner-of-war camp where his knowledge of German earned him the position of interpreter. Elizabeth, also a good German speaker with a degree in languages, meanwhile did war work in the Wrens.

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