A little boy sets off on a round-the-world night train to dreamland with only his toy dog for company. But soon all sorts of endangered animals are asking if they can jump up and join them on their journey...

About the Author
John Burningham was born in 1936. He studied illustration at the Central School of Art. His first children's book, Borka, was published in 1963, and it was awarded the Kate Greenaway Medal as the best illustrated book of the year. John Burningham collaborated with Ian Fleming on Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang, designing the model of the famous car. He lived in London with his wife Helen Oxenbury, also a well-known author and illustrator. John Burningham died on January 4th, 2019.

Reviews
The illustrations are rich in atmosphere and convey both meaning and feeling with great power * Early Years Educator *
A modern classic * Children's Educational *
A modern Noah's ark story for youngsters who enjoy a good repetitive tale with a strong "green message" * Books for your Children *
[Burningham] is one of the best in the business * Financial Times *



Book Information
ISBN 9780099853404
Author John Burningham
Format Paperback
Page Count 48
Imprint Red Fox
Publisher Penguin Random House Children's UK
Weight(grams) 287g
Dimensions(mm) 290mm * 231mm * 5mm