Quentin Blake's Box of Treasures

Jack and Nancy

Jack and Nancy love to hear the local sailors tell of exciting adventures in far-off lands. One day, they are walking on the cliffs when the wind picks up and they're blown away to an exotic island.

Snuff

Village knight Sir Thomas Magpie, well known for both his generosity and love of flamboyant hats, despairs that his clumsy page Snuff will ever learn the tricky skills he needs to one day be a knight himself. However, when four thieves threaten to raid a local bootmaker’s shop, Snuff has a clever idea to outfox the villains and save the day. His reward? His very own horse and fancy hat, just like a proper knight!

Mrs Armitage on Wheels

Inventor Mrs Armitage plans to cycle to cousin Angela’s with faithful dog Breakspear, but she can’t stop adapting her bike with horns, tool kit, and even a sail! Will she ever arrive? 

Angel Pavement

A tale from Quentin Blake's Box of Treasures. Corky and Loopy are two ordinary girls who happen to also be secret angels! With the aid of a magic pencil that can draw in the air, they go on 'angel patrol;, amazing people in their town with beautiful art and rescuing the odd animal. When they meet street artist Sid, they decide to help him take part in a local drawing competition by lending him the special pencil. Sid creates incredible drawings in the sky and brings joy and wonder to all.

Loveykins

A tale from Quentin Blake's Box of Treasures. After a storm, Angela Bowling discovers a small helpless, abandoned bird which she lavishes with care and attention. She feeds Augustus (her little 'Loveykins') with the finest cakes and sweets. However, as he grows bigger and bigger, he longs for more bird-style treats such as worms and bugs.