
During these travels, Elias met and listened to many interesting people, choosing to ignore all of them.

Later, he travelled back in time to the present, and went on a series of trips to many foreign and distant lands. It is believed the fumes from the chimneys did so much damage to Elias, that it was a miracle he ever ate a cupcake again. After that success, he went on to work as a 19th century Victorian chimney sweep, when he was inspired to write the acclaimed series of books entitled 'Duke & Michel'. How he got to be in a tulip is not really clear, nor is it clear how he got out of the tulip, and years later wrote the smash hit musical, 'Love, be a Stranger', which was an international flop. What is relevant is that he arose out of a tulip that was growing in some old granny's garden in Camberwell.

His date of birth is not really relevant anyway. I also encountered some moments when I really felt for dear Emma - particularly when she had challenges and important decisions to make! Really good fun though.Elias Zapple was not born in 1922, as some would have you believe. I experienced lots of enjoyment and laughter. This adds another dimension to the fine story telling.ĭid you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Her interpretation of the main characters is extremely good. She really enhances this story will clear and precise narration.

What does Gail Shalan bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book? The Animal Seeker by Shirley Galbrecht - A spaceship story but a conventional one. What other book might you compare Jellybean the Dragon (The Wacky Adventures of Jellybean the Dragon & a Child Astronaut) (Ages 6-10) to, and why? King Buttercup, the King of Zanu, is hilarious. There are some fabulous characters in this story. If your child is looking for a story that will blow their socks off! - then I would suggest they pick this one!Emma goes on a stupendous space-rocket trip and learns about the life of Jellybean the Dragon and lots more interesting Dragons on planet Zanu. I would describe this amazing children's story with one word – Unconventional. What did you like most about Jellybean the Dragon (The Wacky Adventures of Jellybean the Dragon & a Child Astronaut) (Ages 6-10)? Fabulous - boldly goes where no other story goes!
