Review

A rhyming story, skilfully written and with superb illustrations (The Guardian)

A must read picture book (Let's Talk)

Beautifully illustrated, Whiffy entertains both the reader and the listener while imparting an important message (The Northern Echo)

The rhyming text is hilarious, making this a wonderful cautionary tale (Book Trust)

Caryl Hart's variations on the wolf theme are charming and Leonie Lord's expressive illustrations work well (School Librarian)

The story is fun, and has plenty of disgusting bits to keep little ones laughing ... a wonderful picture book (Lytham St Annes Express)

A fantastically funny rhyming tale of a stinky but sweet wolf (The Bookseller)

As soon as you pick it up you know it's going to be good ... fun to read aloud ... the illustrations are all delightful (The Bookbag)

A romp of a picture book that conceals a serious message (The Bookseller)

The rhyming text and adorable illustrations just make you want to laugh (Wiltshire Life)

Book Description

Whiffy Wilson isn't keen on clean. He only has time for grime! A wonderful lesson on why bathtimes are best.

About the Author

Caryl Hart is the author of several books for children, including Don't Dip Your Chips in Your Drink, Kate! winner of the Sheffield Children's Book Award 2010 and the Community Libraries Favourite Book Award 2010. Caryl lives on the top of a windy hill in the Peak District with her guitar-playing husband, two cheeky daughters, one extremely fluffy black cat, a goldfish, four hens and an invisible dog called Paddy.

Leonie Lord studied illustration at Central St Martins College, London. Since graduating, she has produced regular editorial work for newspapers such as The Sunday Telegraph and The Guardian. Leonie has a young family, which has recently renewed her love of children's books. The Dirty Great Dinosaur was her first illustrated book for children, written by Martin Waddell and published by Orchard. Leonie lives in Gloucestershire with her husband and two children.