It is the day before Christmas Eve and there is lots to do, but disaster strikes when Pettson sprains his ankle. How can they celebrate Christmas now, with no tree, ham, meatballs or gingerbread? For all their resourcefulness, Findus and Pettson are close to giving up, when suddenly there is a knock on the door.
Findus decides to find a house of his own where he can bounce on beds at four o'clock in the morning without annoying Pettson. But jumping on beds is one thing - living without Pettson is quite another...
A playful holiday picture book from Sven Nordqvist (creator of The Dog Walk and Findus and Pettson) with a story based on a Swedish Christmas tradition. It's Christmas Eve, and Papa tomte is eagerly waiting for the human family to leave out a bowl of porridge. But Mama tomte has a terrible feeling the family have forgotten! Mama tomte and the children hatch a plan to steal a bowl of Christmas porridge. Can they sneak through the house without being seen? Sven Nordqvist, one of Sweden's most popular author and illustrators, is inspired by the tradition of leaving a sweet treat to thank the tomtes (magical gnome-like creatures) in this charming story that's full of delightful details.
A wonderful Christmas storybook about Christmas magic. Findus is excited about the Yule Tomte visiting and bringing gifts, so Pettson secretly builds a mechanical Tomte to make sure Findus isn't disappointed.
Findus the talking cat challenges old man Pettson to do various physical activities - stand on his head, climb trees, scare the hens, but Findus wins every time. But there is one thing Pettson can do better than Findus!
Farmer Pettson attempts to make birthday pancakes for Findus, his talking cat. However there are many obstacles to overcome before he can begin baking.
Findus the talking cat challenges Pettson to join him as he runs, jumps and clambers around the farm. Pettson tries to keep up, with comical results. However, there is one thing that he is very good at! Brightly illustrated with lively and lovable characters, the Findus series follows the adventures and misdemeanours of the mischievous Findus and Farmer Pettson along with their muckle friends. As they plant, forage, fish and discover and get up to all sorts of mayhem we can explore with them the ups and downs of friendship, fights and forgiveness.Alongside the vibrant storylines the Findus books approach personal and social issues which the characters learn to overcome with humour and playfulness.
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