One morning, Grug wakes up and decides to become a superhero.
Wearing a cape and a mask, and a sword made from sticks, Grug and Cara, his best friend, transform the Grugmobile into the Zoom Zoom Car and head off to save someone. But the Zoom Zoom Car has too much zoom and Grug and Cara discover that if they can’t save someone else, they can at least save themselves.
Grug is an easily recognizable character for toddlers. One of their first early books to be introduced to, it doesn’t take long for the little ones to become avid readers. Grug is endearing and his travels and actions are simplied for easy understanding. Well done Ted Prior.
My 3 year old boy is obsessed with Grug at the moment. I’m pretty sure we have the whole collection. He definitely has his favourites (Grug plays cricket) but they are such great books for little ones. They are short enough that they hold their attention until you finish. Everyone should have Grug in their lives.
I remember back when I was a kid and my Mum would read grug to me and my brothers and sister. Now I continue on with the Grug stories with my 3 children and they are quite happy to listen to these stories. My daughter tells me that it’s an old book if nan read it to me. Grug will always be a hit with kids.
My daughter and I read Grug everynight before bed.
I enjoy reading Grug to my daughter as she gets so much enjoyment out of it, there so easy to follow for youngsters and its simple to understand and not too heavy reading before bed for little ones. The pictures are cute yet telling if your child isn’t quite at the age of understanding the words yet.
My 3 year old loves our story time and often reaches for Grug. It is very easy for kids to follow and i often find that she can recall the story quite easily.
I remember reading grug books growing up and i loved them and all of the different things grug does. Now I can read them with my little Boy and have adventures with grug and each new book. I hope he will enjoy the fun and adventure reading grug, as much as I did when I was a little girl
Grug is a great series of books and we absolutely love Grug the Superhero. It is a great book that promotes imagination and encourages kids to have a love of reading and books. My nephew loves to dress up like Superhero Grug and drive a pretend grugmobile. Lots of fun for kids and parents
Grug is such a lovable character and there are lots of books in the series to read. Grug the Superhero is a funny story that promotes lots of imagination and play. My nephew just loves this story and he loves to dress up with a sword like Grug. we love the grugmobile as well.
Silly old Grug, Cara and their Grugmobile are such fun for young children to read (or be read to). I love the fact that it is so silly and makes children use their imagination and get a love of reading. Grug comes in a whole series of fun books so they never get boring. Great value in a book.
Having a boy and a girl, I love finding books that have male and female characters, especially superheroes! I grew up with Grug and was excited to see them back on the shelves after I had first child. It’s a great book for kids, with Grug and Cara as superheros, using their imagination and pretending (just like my kids), so they can relate.
A charming, simple tale, “Grug the Superhero” delights young readers with colorful illustrations and Grug’s imaginative problem-solving. While sweet and accessible, the story lacks excitement for older kids. Perfect for early readers, it’s a nostalgic, light-hearted addition to the Grug series It’s a nostalgic, heartwarming, and light-hearted addition to the Grug series for bedtime enjoyment.
My 3 year old loves our story time and often reaches for Grug. It is very easy for kids to follow and i often find that she can recall the story quite easily.
I remember reading grug books growing up and i loved them and all of the different things grug does. Now I can read them with my little Boy and have adventures with grug and each new book. I hope he will enjoy the fun and adventure reading grug, as much as I did when I was a little girl
I loved Greg when I was a kid, my nieces and nephews loved him too. Now my son is getting into the books as well. I love that they are so relevant, don’t age, They aren’t region specific and don’t require too much explaining. Kids love the stories and the themes cone across so well, but aren’t slapping you in the face. These are just great books.
I have found a new book line for my grandson. Ted Prior Grug books are of high quality reading with a twist of a funny little Grug that is mischievous in many ways .His ability to encourage his little collection of friends on his journeys. Well presented at a most affordable price I will be looking for these Ted Prior books more often. I think the storyline in this book is every little boys dream to one day become a superhero.
Grug is an easily recognizable character for toddlers. One of their first early books to be introduced to, it doesn’t take long for the little ones to become avid readers. Grug is endearing and his travels and actions are simplied for easy understanding. Well done Ted Prior.
My 3 year old boy is obsessed with Grug at the moment. I’m pretty sure we have the whole collection. He definitely has his favourites (Grug plays cricket) but they are such great books for little ones. They are short enough that they hold their attention until you finish. Everyone should have Grug in their lives.
Grug is a great series of books and we absolutely love Grug the Superhero. It is a great book that promotes imagination and encourages kids to have a love of reading and books. My nephew loves to dress up like Superhero Grug and drive a pretend grugmobile. Lots of fun for kids and parents
Grug is such a lovable character and there are lots of books in the series to read. Grug the Superhero is a funny story that promotes lots of imagination and play. My nephew just loves this story and he loves to dress up with a sword like Grug. we love the grugmobile as well.
We have always enjoyed the Grug series. I gave Grug the superhero to my young nephew and it was a real hit. He absolutely loves it and dresses up as Grug with his pretend sword and grugmobile. I’m sure he will get a real love of books just from this start to his Grug collection.
Silly old Grug, Cara and their Grugmobile are such fun for young children to read (or be read to). I love the fact that it is so silly and makes children use their imagination and get a love of reading. Grug comes in a whole series of fun books so they never get boring. Great value in a book.
The Grug series of books are really great to encourage young readers to have a love of books. Children love to look at the colourful pictures and hear the funny stories that go with them. How Grug and Cara discover as superheroes they can save themselves is very clever. This is a winner.
Grug is a classic that has been around for a long time. What a lovely book to stimulate children’s imagination. Most children imagine being a superhero and it’s great to see how funny Grug looks. Love the full page coloured pictures. Grug is nice and easy to read, which gets children to love books.
Grug is great for early stories to encourage literature and language in the magic of books because the stories show how life has it ups and downs in a simple and straight forward way . I collected a series of these and all of kids loved them! Keep them coming, I recommend these to families who want to encourage their child to love books !!
Our kids love me to read them books before bedtime and really any time of day. I received this book as a gift and have to say it was really good. The boys love super heroes so they loved the illustrations 🙂 it is wonderful to read books and think this is being lost in such a technological age.
Having a boy and a girl, I love finding books that have male and female characters, especially superheroes! I grew up with Grug and was excited to see them back on the shelves after I had first child. It’s a great book for kids, with Grug and Cara as superheros, using their imagination and pretending (just like my kids), so they can relate.
Well we are nearly up to Christmas 2015 this book has become a favourite it may be a little tatty from wear and tear but who cares. This wonderful story still delights and the illustrations certainly hit the heights..Grug you are amazing and I have you in my sight.
Oh how Santa always brings the best and most loved presents. Grug is a favourite, always was, still is, and always will be. This book has large print with amazingly colourful illustrations, this lovable long haired character is always looking for a wonderful adventure and this book is perfect to read at bed time, or as my youngens would say lets snug with Grug. No sticks aloud but we can turn the bed into a Zoom Zoom car. This book is a ton of fun.31ST DECEMBER 2014
This little guy is a family fave – the books mean I get lots of cuddles on the couch as we read, and the words are easy enough, and we know them well enough that my son says the words with me, so this helps with his recognition of words. We sometimes make up our own Grug stories too, so these are the series of books that keep on giving!
Grug has always been a childhood favorite of mine. Growing up in NSW I can remember during school library days the whole class would migrate straight to the library’s back wall where the Grug books were to see who could get one they hadn’t read before anyone else grabbed it.
When I saw they had been re-released I knew I had to get them for my own children.
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Genius Beach And Pool Tips Every Aussie Mum Should Know
Summer beach and pool days are core childhood memory creators, but getting the kids out the door, not so much! From wrestling wriggly toddlers into rashies to arguing with teens trying to dodge sunscreen and cramming half the house into the car, the exhaustion can kick in before we’ve even set foot on the sand!
But there are some very clever tips that will make even the most stressful summer days smooth sailing – and the Mouths of Mums community know them all! Which is why we asked our mums for their hints, hacks and tips – from sand removal to stress-free sunscreen application (we’re going to introduce you to the fabulous new Banana Boat SmartMist Sunscreen Sprays that will make your life so much easier).
You’ll want to take note before you next hit the beach or pool!
Pack Smart, Not Big
Do you feel like you take waaayyy too much when you head to the beach or pool, and then you seem to forget a couple of key things that would have made life so much easier?
Our Mouths of Mums community swear by this fab list of essentials which should be in every mum’s beach kit, and
A plastic bag for wet towels and bathers
A dry bag for clothes
A bucket or basin to wash off sandy toys
A ‘clean zone’, sand-free blanket or mat for eating and changing
A pop-up tent for changing
Waterproof phone case
Talcum powder to get sticky, wet sand off little feet. Just pop it on and brush it off – it’s magic!
A hand-held car vac for quick sand cleanups!
“The amount of times my kids have gone home in wet chafing swimming costumes because they didn’t want anyone to see them changing is unbelievable! Our pop up tent has been life changing! We all drive home comfy and cosy! Lastly, a sand proof picnic blanket is so perfect for a sand reprieve! The sand literally falls right through them!” – MoM Member
Get Safety Sorted Before The Fun Starts
It’s pretty hard to get the kids’ attention once you’re at the beach or pool, so the safety talk should really start at home. Our mums recommend chatting to the kids about:
Swimming between the flags at the beach
Setting a meeting spot in case anyone gets separated
Sunscreen: Always apply sunscreen 20 minutes before heading outdoors. And set alarms to reapply every two hours throughout the day. Reapply immediately after swimming or using a towel.
Applying sunscreen at the start of the day and regularly throughout is so important, but it usually causes the most arguments. Kids don’t want to stop, teens assure you they ‘did it already’.
That’s where Banana Boat’s new SmartMist™ Sunscreen Spray SPF50+ actually makes a difference. The iconic sunscreen brand has just launched its newest product, which turns sunscreen time into something simple and fun. It’s an easy and convenient way to tick off sun safety – which isn’t always easy when it comes to kids!
Why Banana Boat SmartMist Sunscreen Spray makes sunscreen easier
The Smart Control Spray gives you the choice of a short spray for tricky spots or a long spray for larger areas like those wiggly little legs, making application simple and convenient. It also sprays from any angle – just spray, rub in and you’re ready for playtime.
Clear, lightweight formula that absorbs fast and with no greasy feel.
SPF50+ broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection and 4-hour water resistant.
Kids SmartMist™ is mild and gentle for kid’s sensitive skin, fragrance free and contains Aloe and Vitamin E.
Sport SmartMist™ features high-performance Powerstay Technology™, designed to stay on through sweat and water.
Banana Boat SmartMist makes those important sunscreen stops much easier and effective and is perfect for active Aussie families this summer.
Prep & Time It Perfectly
There’s nothing worse than kids itching to get to the beach while you’re trying to remember everything you need to pack – it makes everyone frazzled. So get prepped early – even the night before. And time your departure to minimise the amount of time in the car (and the amount of times the kids ask ‘are we there yet?!’.
“Packing the car the night before, always a huge help getting the bucket, cabana, and bag of spare clothes/towels in the boot. We usually leave straight after breakfast to avoid heavy traffic as the beach is an hour away.” – MoM Member
Pack Smart Snacks
Snacks are a must, but it can be tricky to know what’s going to survive a hot, Aussie summer day – and what’s good for hungry tummies. Here’s what our mums recommend:
Chopped fruit
Crackers
Boiled eggs
Drink bottles that have been frozen overnight
“We have a few allergies/intolerances, so being prepared with food is helpful and saves us the search and some money. I pre-chop carrots, cucumber, apples, boiled egg, in a handy separating container, a packet of chips, dip, and bring water bottles. If it’s a longer day planned at the beach I’ll bring lunch too.” – MoM Member
A chaos-free beach day. Yes please!
You don’t need a military-style plan to enjoy a sunny day out. A beach trolley, some prep, and an easy sunscreen like SmartMist™ are enough to help things run calmly – or at least calm-ish!
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Wear protective clothing, a hat and sunglasses in addition to sunscreen. Reapply frequently every 2 hours or more often when sweating and immediately after swimming or using a towel. Avoid prolonged high-risk sun exposure.
Mouths of Mums is proudly working with Banana Boat to bring you this article.
So happy to share the magic of baby powder after a messy day at the beach or park! It’s been a game changer for us.
Not quite as elaborate as the pop up tent, but a large towel with a hood has been great to discretely change out of bathers! It’s my husband’s go to now haha
My biggest tip is to be very clear who’s watching the kids, especially when they’re in the water. Like, actually verbally hand over and make sure it’s acknowledged if you’re going somewhere (like to the bathroom). That can definitely save lives, but also save panics about lost kids in crowded spaces.
Some really good tips here! I had no idea about the talcum powder hack – who would have known! That is amazing and I will definitely try it next time we go to the beach! It is definitely worthwhile getting things ready the night before though, especially if you want to leave before midnight lol.
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Great for toddlers
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We love Grug
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Grug in the playground
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My daughter and I read Grug everynight before bed.
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Grug is Great!
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Love grug
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Great reading for kids
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Great Grug
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Hooray for Grug and Cara
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Delightful addition
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Grug is Great!
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Love grug
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Memories
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Love Grug!!
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Grug The Superhero
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Great for toddlers
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We love Grug
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Great grug
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Great reading for kids
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Grug is a winner
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Great Grug
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Grug to the rescue
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Great Grug
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Fun easy to relate to stories
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Great little book
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Hooray for Grug and Cara
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Still Grug-ing along.
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A little legend.... Grug
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Absolutely love Grug
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