The Garden Gang
Series of children's books
The Garden Gang
| Author | Jayne Fisher |
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| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature |
| Publisher | Ladybird Books |
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The Garden Gang is a series of children's books written and illustrated by Jayne Fisher. The series was published by Ladybird Books between 1979 and 1983. The books feature anthropomorphic fruit and vegetable characters and are aimed at young readers.
History
Jayne Fisher, who was only nine years old when she began writing and illustrating the series, created The Garden Gang. The first two books, Percy the Pea and Penelope Strawberry, were published in 1979. The series quickly gained popularity, leading to the publication of additional titles.
Characters
The characters in The Garden Gang are various fruits and vegetables, each with their own unique personalities and stories. Some of the notable characters include:
- Percy the Pea
- Penelope Strawberry
- Roger Radish
- Willy Watermelon
- Sammy Strawberry
- Oliver Onion
- Benny Banana
- Penny Potato
- Bobby Blackberry
- Sally Strawberry
- Tommy Tomato
- Lucy Leek
- Charlie Carrot
- Gordon Grape
- Rosie Raspberry
- Peter Potato
- Wendy Watermelon
- Harry Haricot Bean
- Betty Beetroot
- Freddy French Bean
- Daisy Dandelion
- Basil Broccoli
- Polly Parsnip
- Timmy Turnip
- Cathy Cabbage
- Danny Dill
- Lenny Lettuce
- Mandy Marrow
- Nicky Nutmeg
- Oscar Orange
- Pippa Pear
- Quentin Quince
- Rita Radish
- Tina Turnip
- Ursula Upland Cress
- Vicky Vine
- Wally Watercress
- Xander Xylocarp
- Yvonne Yam
- Zachary Zucchini
Themes
The books often contain moral lessons and promote healthy eating habits. The stories are designed to be both entertaining and educational, encouraging children to enjoy fruits and vegetables.
Legacy
The Garden Gang remains a beloved series among those who grew up reading the books. Jayne Fisher's work is notable for being created by such a young author, and the series continues to be remembered fondly by its readers.
See also
References
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