It helps that it's illustrated by Quentin Blake of whom he wholeheartedly approves but he's always loved the 'mouthfeel' of well put together words and rhymes and these chew down nicely for him. You Can't Catch Me and You Can't Put Mustard in the Custard were first published twenty-five years ago and were groundbreaking in that they were full-colour illustrated new poems for children. Michael Rosen, Children's Laureate 2007-2009, has also written a letter specially for the Letterbox Club to accompany this book. The only downside of the Michael Rosen fever is Eddie's new found tendency to squash his peas on his knees at the dinner table and his attempts to stick his toe up my nose (see here).

His first degree in English Literature and Language was from Wadham College, Oxford and he went on to study for an MA at the University of Reading and a PhD at the former University of North London, now London Metropolitan. Quentin was the inaugural Children's Laureate (1999-2001), an experience he recorded in his book Laureate's Progress. Both books went on to be bestsellers and both poet and artist are stellar names in the world of children's books.By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions. Eddie normally has to be forced to hear a book a few times before he decides whether or not he's going to 'adopt' it but not this one. You Can't Catch Me" and "You Can't Put Mustard in the Custard" were first published twenty-five years ago and were groundbreaking in that they were full-colour illustrated new poems for children. A tireless promoter of children's literature – and a long-time collaborator with roald Dahl – Quentin Blake was awarded the OBE in 1988 and in 2005 he was awarded a CBE for services to Children's Literature. During his time in the role, he celebrated children's books and children's book illustration with a range of projects and exhibitions, and conceived the idea for the House of Illustration, the world's first centre dedicated to the art of illustration in all its forms.

Now I feel a bit ambivalent about the tendency of every new picture book these days to be accompanied by a CD. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. Michael Rosen breaks down barriers with his poems for children, creating an infectious informality and irreverence that brilliantly captures the funny moments of everyday life.

Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. He was the Children’s Laureate from 2007-2009 and has published over 200 books for children and adults, including the recent bestseller Many Different Kinds of Love and On The Move. Poems and illustrations from’ You Can’t Catch Me’ and ‘Don’t Put Mustard in the Custard’ with new illustrations and a new introduction. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. The book includes an introduction by Michael Rosen and an audio CD of the book, with all the poems also read by Michael.