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The Smartest Giant in Town

Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler, Imelda Staunton, Jim Carter, Steven Pacey

Ages 3–8

Readers rate it 3.7 (3 on Hardcover)

32 pages · Released Sep 3, 2026

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The Smartest Giant in Town parent’s guide: what’s inside

High confidence

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Sexual content

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Scary or mature

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A note for parents

This is a classic Donaldson-Scheffler picture book about generosity and kindness. George the giant receives new clothes and immediately gives them away to animals in need, modeling selflessness and compassion. The rhyming text, charming illustrations, and heartwarming message make it ideal for preschool and early elementary readers with no concerning content.

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From the publisher

George the giant, known for wearing his old patched clothes, finally buys new ones, but then gives them away to some needy animals. George the giant, known for wearing his old patched clothes, finally buys new ones, but then gives them away to some needy animals.

Shelved under

  • Classics
  • Fantasy
  • Adventure
  • Young Adult
  • Humor
  • Juvenile Nonfiction
  • Fiction
  • Giants
  • Clothing and dress
  • Kindness
  • Animals
  • Juvenile fiction

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ISBN 9780333963968 · Macmillan Children's

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