Imagine your suitcase gets switched with one that belongs to a witch and you’re left with nothing to wear but enchanted pyjamas and dancing boots – right when you have recite poetry in front of hundreds of people.
This is the predicament poor Zahra is in. She’s already worried about reading her three poems in front of such a large crowd, and now there are all kinds of magic and mayhem making her behave out of character. But these new experiences might be just what Zahra needs to build her confidence.
As well as being a brilliant read, this book would be great in the classroom with its school competition and poetry theme. It touches on writing haikus, limericks and sonnets and deals with facing new, daunting challenges.
The talented Aisha Bushby has created a brilliant story about family, friendship, and facing our fears. And the gorgeous cover by Coralie Muce captures the magic and mayhem bursting from the pages.
