The Lie That Wasn't

  • Format: Hardback
  • Authors: Sarah Naish
  • Language: English
  • Book Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Arthur hasn't been doing his homework and is worried about his parents finding out. He tells a lie, but then something strange happens... Find out how Arthur's life is turned upside down, as his lies start to become true! This is a simple, fun story which also helps children aged 4-8 to explore why usually, it's best to face even tricky truths.
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Product code:
9781839973727
RRP £12.99 ex.vat

Arthur is daydreaming in class when his teacher announces, "Remember it's Parents' Evening tonight - don't forget to give your parents the letter."

Oh no! Arthur hasn't been doing his homework and doesn't want to get in trouble. Time to tell a lie! But then something strange happens - Arthur's lies start to come true...

Mum is at space camp; dad has a snazzy new car and Mr Lott the teacher is stuck up a tree tangled up with sticky tape! Arthur starts to worry - now if he tells the wrong lie, someone could get hurt.

This entertaining story for children aged 4-8 help children to explore how telling tricky truths is usually better than telling little lies.