A new book from the beloved author-illustrator duo Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury is always something to celebrate. Best known for the timeless We’re Going on a Bear Hunt – a must-have in every child’s library – the pair return with another joyful, read-aloud gem.

I went to the shop to get me a carrot
Oh dear, they gave me a …
A parrot!
Oh dear, look what I got!
Do I want that?
No I do NOT!

And so the delightful chaos begins. Each trip to the shop results in a hilariously wrong purchase – went for a hat, came back with a cat; went for a coat, came home with a goat! With each mix-up, the animals tag along, creating a growing trail of unexpected companions. By the final trip, the house is full, and the ending delivers a surprise burst of hilarious mayhem.

But wait … who’s knocking at the door?

With Rosen’s playful rhymes and Oxenbury’s beautifully warm, expressive illustrations, this book has all the charm and rhythm of a future classic.

Oh Dear, Look What I Got! is made for reading aloud – and sure to become a family favourite.

Reviewed by Emily Ross
Age Guide 3+

ABOUT THE AUTHOR AND ILLUSTRATOR

Michael Rosen is one of the most popular authors for children; his bestselling titles published by Walker Books include We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, A Great Big Cuddle and Michael Rosen’s Sad Book. A popular radio broadcaster, distinguished critic and academic, and multi-award-winning poet, Michael was appointed the Children’s Laureate from 2007 to 2009, and is now Professor of Children’s Literature at Goldsmiths, University of London.

Helen Oxenbury is among the most popular and critically-acclaimed illustrators of all time. She has won the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal twice. Her many award-winning books for children include We’re Going On a Bear Hunt, written by Michael Rosen, and Farmer Duck, written by Martin Waddell.

Discover more of their books here.