Due to a sudden, unexpected passing in the family a few years ago and another more recently and my subsequent (mental) health issues stemming from that, I was unable to download this book in time to review it before it was archived as I did not visit this site for several years after the bereavements. This meant I didn't read or venture onto netgalley for years as not only did it remind me of that person as they shared my passion for reading, but I also struggled to maintain interest in anything due to overwhelming depression. I was therefore unable to download this title in time and so I couldn't give a review as it wasn't successfully acquired before it was archived. The second issue that has happened with some of my other books is that I had them downloaded to one particular device and said device is now defunct, so I have no access to those books anymore, sadly.

This means I can't leave an accurate reflection of my feelings towards the book as I am unable to read it now and so I am leaving a message of explanation instead. I am now back to reading and reviewing full time as once considerable time had passed I have found that books have been helping me significantly in terms of my mindset and mental health - this was after having no interest in anything for quite a number of years after the passings. Anything requested and approved will be read and a review written and posted to Amazon (where I am a Hall of Famer & Top Reviewer), Goodreads (where I have several thousand friends and the same amount who follow my reviews) and Waterstones (or Barnes & Noble if the publisher is American based). Thank you for the opportunity and apologies for the inconvenience.

Increasing hilarity and silliness.

This is a delight. And demonstrates the awesome talent of the author/illustrator in a funny story, one that rhymes, and one that gives us enormously entertaining drawings that had me and my boy laughing out loud with each new page.

It's Show and Tell morning at school. Now in England, this isn't a term that gets bandied about in most primaries, though my youngest did understand the idea of bringing something interesting in to show his class. Here, Biddulph takes the idea of each child bringing in an item bigger and better than the last (a bit like Oliver Jeffers' classic 'Stuck') and takes it to extremes. From the seed that will one day become a tree, to blue spaghetti, to aliens and famous landmarks, this class are determined to win Mr Lumsden's prize.

An interesting colour palette based on blue and yellow background, this very bright book has the cutest round-faced characters (a bit South Park-y), a lot of ridiculously outlandish (and physically impossible) scenes, and even manages to give some fairly accurate perspective on large... items.

It's a lovely ending too, with a good point. And just so funny. My son isn't yet 4 and he saw the silliness throughout. I enjoyed the rhymes, it flowed very easily and was rather delightfully full of witty vocabulary.

Love this author for the children's market, he always gives something a little different and outlandish, pushing imaginative boundaries.

For ages 3-7.

Ha! Super funny! As a teacher too, this one was a delight to read. I love Rob Biddulph's books, and this one didn't disappoint.
In fabulous rhyme, we hear how class 2B try to out do each other each day when the inevitable Show and Tell comes round. But. Where can this possibly end?! Lots of giggles guaranteed with this one!

Whilst this wasn't my favourite Rob Biddulph book, I can imagine that children will love it! It was a fun read and,. of course, the illustrations were fab and engaging. This is definitely one that I think I would enjoy more as a group read aloud book.

Can Rob Biddulph do no wrong? This was yet another fantastic title that I have already read several times at our storytime. The kids and parents absolutely loved this book, and I had fun with it as well. Rob Biddulph is a must-have/go-to author, I don't even need to know what the book is about or see inside. All I need to see is his name, and I know that kids will love ALL of his books.

A very funny book about the perils of "show and tell". Told in verse and with an alphabetical order, the items just get bigger and bigger and more showy.....

The illustrations are great and the children are all unique and have great expressions.

Read it and share it. You will not be disappointed. My class will love it.

Today you are in for a rhyming treat because today you are invited to Class 2L’s Show and Tell. Mr Lumsden has a prize to give for the most impressive show and tell, so everyone is bringing their A-game, except maybe Adam with his boring brown sunflower seed. It hardly compares to a pet crocodile or the queen of Denmark or... the moon! But when an alien procures the pieces for a museum the class might not be left with much to show. Or maybe that’s when they’ll discover the most unexpected object and the best of all…

Rob’s illustrations are simply wonderful from the ingenious design of the publisher page with the children’s class trays, to making you feel like you are physically walking into the classroom and the fabulously spectacular show and tells that follow. Each spread provides a stanza of rhyming brilliance that adds humour and suspense as you can’t wait to see what the next child has brought that could possibly be better than the child before.

It’s hard to put into words how much I ADORE this picture book. This would be a great story written in prose but the fact that Rob has managed to make it appear to rhyme so effortlessly and with such originality is an absolute triumph. As I was reading, I was loving the children’s imagination, creativity and diversity, and I thought: this is one of those picture books that is brilliant because of the fun factor and the hilarity. But then, Rob took it to a whole new level by creating an earth-shattering twist that added a beautifully warm and wonderful message. This is a picture book to be enjoyed by all ages and definitely one of my top picks of 2019!

I am very grateful to the publisher for providing me with an advanced digital copy via Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.

This is a very beautifully illustrated book. The characters have large expressive faces and using the device of Show and Tell is relatable.

My five year old liked the escalating nature of the items, getting increasingly excited about what was coming next, with the volcano, moon and aliens causing shrieks and giggles!

I liked the subtle use of the alphabet in the kids first names too.

I think with it not being a ‘gifty’ subject or message, it will do very well for us when it comes out in paperback.....

Rob Biddulph is never one to disappoint! The master storyteller has written another brilliantly funny picture book that is packed to the brim with colour, Biddulph's trademark humour and some pitch-perfect rhyming that will have both children and adult laughing out loud!

With a wonderfully, heart-warming message that, although not flashy or shiny, sometimes the smallest seed can make the most magical thing.

A fantastic tale with the alphabet seamlessly running throughout. Show and Tell will no doubt be enjoyed over and over again! Plus a big shout out to Biddulph's illustrations being diversely inclusive! I can't wait to see what Biddulph will come up with next.

This is Rob Biddulph at his best- it brings back fond memories of Odd Dog Out, which is one of my all time favourites. I love the use of colour and enjoy the style of illustrations. Rob Biddulph is a favourite of many children and adults I know.

Show and Tell is what many teachers dread...who will bring in something to show, the worry over what it will be and the length of time show and tell takes. This is a brilliantly funny book taking a look at one class and their special show and tell items.

We start with Adam and work our way through the class and the alphabet from Betty to Kenzo, Parmida to Ulysses. Each student brings something bigger and better than the one before until we see race cars, alligators and volcanoes. It is laugh out loud funny and you turn the page eagerly waiting to see what will come next.

Surprises galore and Zorg, the Explorer arrives! What happens next is funny and it leaves one item left to be awarded the best show and tell surprise!

I guarantee this will be an instant hit and I will definitely be buying this book to read with classes at the beginning of the school year. Just want to set that Show and Tell bar high!

A fun and colourful book about a classes show and tell. It doesn't matter how big your presentation or how flashy and shiny your item is. The biggest thing can grow from the smallest seed. All about the miracle of earth and nature. A fantastic story.