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The Gorilla Who Wanted to Grow Up
- Narrated by: Maureen Lipman
- Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
- Categories: Children's Audiobooks, Animals & Nature
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But it is not until his little sister, Whoopsie, is born that Pongo discovers that growing up isn't just about having a big chest to thump! Can he prove that he isn't as young and irresponsible as everyone thinks?
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- JS
- 13-04-13
Lovely story for kids and grown ups alike
I bought this for my daughter to listen to at bed time and she has listened to it over and over again. Great stories, Maureen Lipman is a lovely narrator. I would recommend this for any age.
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- Angela
- 30-12-20
One sad bit
It’s very good but its weird why that cald the baby woopsy and I don’t like it when it ses a chap like me can tere a leopard in half very good
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- Sarkie83
- 04-04-19
AWESOME
I loved this audiobook and I’m fifteen. I think this would be perfect for six and seven yr olds.
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- bookworm mummy
- 19-07-17
One of Tomlinson's best
I found it a very satisfying story, with interesting intense moments. I liked the voices given to the characters too. I liked how pongo became the leader. - Finn age 8
I liked all of it, but especially how the gorillas helped each other. - Ronan age 5
This story has been enjoyed by all of my 7 children over the years. I never tire of it myself. We have really enjoyed the readings of Maureen Lipman, so combined with a favourite story this was a winner for us.