--- product_id: 178097822 title: "The Highway Rat [Paperback] [Jul 07, 2016] Julia Donaldson (author), Axel Scheffler (illustrator)" price: "18553CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/178097822-the-highway-rat-paperback-jul-07-2016-julia-donaldson-author store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # The Highway Rat [Paperback] [Jul 07, 2016] Julia Donaldson (author), Axel Scheffler (illustrator) **Price:** 18553CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Highway Rat [Paperback] [Jul 07, 2016] Julia Donaldson (author), Axel Scheffler (illustrator) - **How much does it cost?** 18553CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/178097822-the-highway-rat-paperback-jul-07-2016-julia-donaldson-author) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description BRAND NEW, Exactly same ISBN as listed, Please double check ISBN carefully before ordering. Review: A good book! - As usual, a wonderful pairing of these two great artists. My four year old and I have watched the video many times. So when we read the book it was interesting to see the different tone written for the rat. In the video, I felt he had some redemption. In the book, not so much. At least I thought that way. But I understand that to make the story long enough to turn it into a video, they must build out the story. I find I do like it that the rat had a more redemptive story arc in the video version. However … I am an adult reviewing a children’s story. ;>). So YMMV. Have a great day! Robert Review: A Delightful Journey Through Greed, Morality, and Friendship - In "The Highway Rat," Julia Donaldson crafts a thrilling adventure story that is sure to captivate children's imaginations. The protagonist, a greedy rat with a penchant for pilfering food from other animals, embarks on a daring escapade that leads him to encounter a variety of woodland creatures. From a simple rabbit to a carefree squirrel and even a group of industrious ants, the rat's insatiable appetite knows no bounds. Beneath the surface of this rollicking adventure lies a valuable moral lesson. As the rat's greed leads him to trick an innocent duck out of its food, children learn the timeless truth that crime does not pay. In a satisfying twist, the clever duck outwits the rat and retrieves its stolen food, leaving the rat empty-handed. This conclusion delights young readers, reinforcing the idea that virtue ultimately triumphs over villainy. Inspired by the classic poem "The Highwayman" by Alfred Noyes, Julia Donaldson's adaptation transforms the original narrative into a delightful tale that resonates with children. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 8,697 Reviews | ## Images ![The Highway Rat [Paperback] [Jul 07, 2016] Julia Donaldson (author), Axel Scheffler (illustrator) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81TLgYraP7L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good book! *by R***E on August 13, 2022* As usual, a wonderful pairing of these two great artists. My four year old and I have watched the video many times. So when we read the book it was interesting to see the different tone written for the rat. In the video, I felt he had some redemption. In the book, not so much. At least I thought that way. But I understand that to make the story long enough to turn it into a video, they must build out the story. I find I do like it that the rat had a more redemptive story arc in the video version. However … I am an adult reviewing a children’s story. ;>). So YMMV. Have a great day! Robert ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Delightful Journey Through Greed, Morality, and Friendship *by G***N on March 20, 2024* In "The Highway Rat," Julia Donaldson crafts a thrilling adventure story that is sure to captivate children's imaginations. The protagonist, a greedy rat with a penchant for pilfering food from other animals, embarks on a daring escapade that leads him to encounter a variety of woodland creatures. From a simple rabbit to a carefree squirrel and even a group of industrious ants, the rat's insatiable appetite knows no bounds. Beneath the surface of this rollicking adventure lies a valuable moral lesson. As the rat's greed leads him to trick an innocent duck out of its food, children learn the timeless truth that crime does not pay. In a satisfying twist, the clever duck outwits the rat and retrieves its stolen food, leaving the rat empty-handed. This conclusion delights young readers, reinforcing the idea that virtue ultimately triumphs over villainy. Inspired by the classic poem "The Highwayman" by Alfred Noyes, Julia Donaldson's adaptation transforms the original narrative into a delightful tale that resonates with children. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love *by A***R on May 29, 2026* My 2 & 5 year old loves this book. 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