

Join everyone's favourite ladybird in this fantastically funny farmyard caper from the stellar picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, creators of What the Ladybird Heard . Those crafty robbers Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len are out of jail, and they're heading back to the farm with another cunning plan to cause trouble. They've been stealing eggs from the fat red hen, but now they're setting their sights higher and are planning to steal the fat red hen herself! Fortunately the quiet, clever ladybird is on their trail, and she and her farm animal friends have a plan of their own. With slapstick action, animal noises and a mysterious Snuggly Snerd bird, What the Ladybird Heard Next is a story you'll be reading over and over again. Enjoy more adventures with the clever little ladybird in What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday and What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside . Review: Great book - Bought this for my daughter(who is 3 years old) who I read to every night before bedtime. My daughter has a big range of books, but time and time again she chooses this book, she loves it. She likes to hear about the two naughty robbers, and the book is in no way scary at all. Highly recommend, Review: Wonderful Series of Books - Beautifully written by Julia Donaldson & illustrated by Lydia Monks. This one of a series of wonderful books which my Grandson loves and I love reading to him. He loved getting to know all the characters especially Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len!











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| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 2,134 Reviews |
K**M
Great book
Bought this for my daughter(who is 3 years old) who I read to every night before bedtime. My daughter has a big range of books, but time and time again she chooses this book, she loves it. She likes to hear about the two naughty robbers, and the book is in no way scary at all. Highly recommend,
L**Y
Wonderful Series of Books
Beautifully written by Julia Donaldson & illustrated by Lydia Monks. This one of a series of wonderful books which my Grandson loves and I love reading to him. He loved getting to know all the characters especially Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len!
M**L
lovely book
Bought this for my granddaughter who loves these stories. Lovely quality book.
M**O
Hugh and Len foiled again?
Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len are two bad men with another cunning plan. This is a sequel but has the right amount of new story and familiarity from the first. Lydia Monks' animation, with added glitter, is bright and fun and full of detail. I could probably find my way round that farm without ending up in the duck pond. Julia Donaldson is at her finest with the storytelling, lovely and funny rhymes. This is a sequel but easy enough to read without having read the first. That said, read the first! I'm hoping Len & Hugh can stage another comeback but they aren't the best criminals so who knows where they'll end up?
A**R
Lovely
Granddaughters and daughter love what the ladybird heard books.
A**Y
Favourite in the ladybird series
This is my daughters favourite in the ladybird heard series. Fun story, book is the same good quality and illustrations.
G**D
A Clever Sequel That Delights Again!
What the Ladybird Heard Next is another gem from Julia Donaldson that had my child giggling and guessing from start to finish. The story picks up with our clever little ladybird and her farmyard friends as they foil yet another sneaky plan from the bumbling duo, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len. It’s packed with rhymes, repetition, and just the right amount of suspense to keep little ones hooked. The illustrations by Lydia Monks are vibrant and full of texture, my child loves spotting the glittery ladybird on each page. The animals are expressive and fun, and the farm setting feels cozy and familiar. It’s a great read-aloud book, with plenty of opportunities for silly voices and sound effects. This sequel holds its own beautifully and adds a fresh twist to the original tale. If your child enjoyed What the Ladybird Heard, they’ll love this follow-up. It’s clever, colourful, and full of heart - an instant favourite in our bedtime rotation!
E**G
Love this
Great follow on book from the first one. Bright colours same animals and crims. Bought this as child loved the first one so much there is a third to this series so will have to see about getting that as well. Good price and quick delivery. Although a good board book my toddler is always reading it but think i would have liked it a bit stronger but does the job.
M**Y
Julia Donaldson
Bought as a Christmas present for 3 year old who already has 'what the ladybird heard' and other books by the same author
C**.
Lovely story
Loved this story...continues the story from the 1st book...what the Ladybird heard.
~**D
great series
read often
A**W
Lovely little story
Cute story and nice book. Great for young children learning animal sounds and older children learning how to problem solve.
M**I
Great follow up
Present for grandson who already has 'What the Ladybird Heard'. Similar text and storyline following on from previous book. Went down v.well
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