Kensukes kingdom

I confess that I’ve always harboured a little inverse snobbery about the work of the much lauded Michael Morpurgo. It dates back to an event by Mr Gum author Andy Stanton, who spent a conside…

Kensuke's Kingdom (based on the book by Michael Morpurgo) is out in cinemas here in the UK right now, and it is brilliant! We saw it earlier today, and every member of our family loved it. Have you seen it yet? I would love to hear your thoughts.

Kensuke's Kingdom

Washed up on an island in the Pacific, Michael struggles to survive on his own. With no food and no water, he curls up and closes his eyes ready for the end. When he wakes, someone has left him some food and water. He is not alone... Kensuke's Kingdom is a gripping adventure of survival and true friendship.

A review of Michael Morpurgo's children's book 'Kesuke's Kingdom'. One of the best children's books around, often used as a transition text in schools.

Find my Childrens Book Review Column in The South Wales Evening Post this weekend April 9-10th. This picks include an island castaway, a brave mouse, an adventurous tapir and a spy on a mission. BOOK OF THE WEEK KENSUKE'S KINGDOM BY MICHAEL MORPURGO CHILDRENS 9+ A retelling of Robinson Crusoe, this is one of my favourite Morpurgo stories. While sailing around the world with his parents Michael is washed over board with his dog and they find themselves on a deserted island. Or is it? Kensuke…

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Kensuke's Kingdom PDF By:Michael MorpurgoPublished on 2014-04-29 by Scholastic Inc.A spellbinding tale of survival and self-discovery from award-winning author Michael Morpurgo, who is poised for breakthrough U.S. success. When Michael's father loses his job, he buys a boat and convinces Michael and his mother to sail around the world. It's an ideal trip - even Michael's sheepdog can come along. It starts out as the perfect family adventure - until Michael is swept overboard. He's washed up…