Discover the world of The Gruffalo, including the books, live events and activities, plus more brilliant stories by Julia Donaldson.

It tells the story of a mouse strolling in a wood and encountering a series of predators culminating in the fictional 'Gruffalo'. The Gruffalo was first published in 1999 in Britain by Macmillan Children's Books.

Gruffalo World is the official YouTube channel for all things from The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, Stick Man, The Highway Rat, The Gruffalo's Child, Zog, Th...

Feb 6, 2026 · For the very first time, take a look at the Gruffalo's granny, the newest (and oldest) member of the Gruffalo family. Announced by the book's author, Julia Donaldson - there's a new pair …

Feb 6, 2026 · Written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, The Gruffalo has won the hearts of millions of children. Here is a complete guide to the books.

Feb 6, 2026 · The Gruffalo returns: How Axel Scheffler created the greatest monster in children’s literature for a generation - MCCRUM ON BOOKS: Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler will take a …

6 days ago · Granny Gruffalo is the latest member of the Gruffalo family, as Julia Donaldson announced her long-awaited third book more than 20 years after the last story in the series. The newest …

A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood. A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good. Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when the quick-thinking mouse …

4 days ago · Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler announce title of new Gruffalo picture book, Gruffalo Granny.

6 days ago · The Gruffalo family will expand in the long-awaited third book about the beloved monster - titled Gruffalo Granny.