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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The School Holiday Crowd-Pleasers That Never Fail
School holidays are usually a mix of excitement and mild panic. No lunchboxes (yay!) and no morning chaos. But figuring out how to keep the kids entertained without turning the house upside down or testing your sanity is the flip side!
We’re serving up a couple of fabulous winter school holiday options that are tried-and-true crowd-pleasers – and they feel like a day out for everyone, not just the kids.
Whether you’ve got little ones bouncing off the walls or teens too cool to smile, Zone Bowling and Timezone have something for every age (yes, even you). And with winter weather keeping us mostly indoors, they’re the perfect solution when parks and play centres just aren’t cutting it.
They’re fun, indoors, great value, and actually make you feel like you’ve had a proper day out… not just one of those ‘I need a nap after that’ outings.
Why Zone Bowling And Timezone Always Come Through
There’s something about Timezone that just hits different. The mix of lights, sounds and excitement pulls you in from the second you walk through the doors. You’ll find the latest arcade games, laser tag and bumper cars as well as viral sensations like Pixel and Colourgrid. Basically everything kids could want, all in one (warm) place.
And it’s not just for them. Whether you’re a closet arcade expert or a skill tester freak, it’s very easy to get swept up in the excitement.
What’s on this winterat Timezone?
Timezone is running its Fun Frenzy promotion for a limited time. The more you load onto your Powercard, the more bonus credit you score:
Load $100, get $60 bonus game credit
Load $80, get $45 bonus game credit
Load $60, get $30 bonus game credit
That’s a whole lot of extra play time without paying extra. No bookings, no stress, just load up and get stuck into the action.
Deals are for a limited time only. Terms and Conditions apply. See website for full offer details.
Zone Bowling: So much more than just bowling
If you haven’t been to a Zone Bowling in a while, you might be surprised by just how much they’ve packed in. Of course, there’s bowling, with proper shoes and shiny lanes and that satisfying sound of a strike – but that’s just the beginning.
There’s also arcade games, laser tag, food and drink (decent coffee!), plus comfy spaces to hang while the kids run wild. It’s the kind of place where everyone – toddlers, teens, tired parents – can find something to enjoy.
And the best part? The Fun Zone Passes.
They bundle everything up into one easy purchase, so you don’t have to keep reaching for your wallet every five minutes. Here’s what you can grab:
Mini Fun Zone Pass – $27.90
Mega Fun Zone Pass – $34.90
Ultimate Fun Zone Pass – $39.90
Each pass includes a mix of bowling, arcade games, Power Tickets (which kids can cash in for prizes), and more. It’s fantastic value, and makes planning your day so much easier.
Offers available for a limited time only. Terms and Conditions apply. See website for full details.
Timezone And Zone Bowling: Kind of Day Out That Doesn’t Feel Like a Chore
Some school holiday outings sound fun in theory, but in practice? You’re exhausted, the kids are cranky, and no one’s really had a great time.
Timezone and Zone Bowling feel different. You’re indoors, warm, everything’s in one place, and you can actually relax while the kids entertain themselves (or team up with you for a round of laser tag). No weather worries, no logistics nightmare. Just good, clean, high-energy fun that ticks everyone’s box.
Ready to swap screen battles for smiles all round? Timezone and Zone Bowling make it happen, every single time – rain, hail or shine. Bring on the holiday fun!
Our family loves Timezone and kingpin. Theres always so much to do and always new games and toys to try out. It can definitely be costly though as you keep tapping away! We love the unlimited time play packages and often enjoy topping up on those special double dollar days to stretch it further.
We will happily be off to visit Timezone during the holidays for some fun times. We all have favourite games to play. It is such a good idea to stick to a budget when visiting Timezone. Planning before going to Timezone is a good idea and helps to make good decisions and the fun last.
It is absolutely so true! We went to our local timezone yesterday to reward some brave behaviour at the dentist and kick off our holiday fun. We had an absolute blast! The games had all been revamped and there was new stuff everywhere. The prizes are okay.. not great! The price to points could be more kindly proportioned. I mean 1000’s of points for a bag of lollies… Cost us a fortune to get them. Not at all as cost effective for a lot of people. I can only ever afford to get $60 at most and am so grateful for the bonus points at least. But when you consider it as $2.50 min per swipe of your card, you’ll burn through it within the hour. Still, we’ll be back for more joy!
IN fact my husband took the kids bowling today while I was off doing something else – it was a great solution. They had an enourmous amount of fun, it didn’t cost too much, and the timing was just about perfect for my appointment. It’s definitely a great family activity. So Fun.
We really do love going to Timezone for all of the fun activities that we all enjoy playing. Bowling is a firm family favourite activity to play and brings out the competition in all of us. It is a good option for indoor activities and fun for all of the family.
Finding holiday activities is always difficult, especially with teens! Life is so busy that it can be really hard to even think about where to go and what to do, these ideas are going on my list for this holidays entertainment. Thanks Mouth of Mums for making my life easier
Unfortunately, we don’t have anything that good here in Tassie. Our local bowling centre is very expensive and doesn’t have all the extras of some others. They do do school holiday specials though which are okay, but they don’t allow guard rails for adults anymore, so it’s not very fun for me :(.
Another nice one for those who live in Brisbane is Urban Extreme; an ultimate experience of rock climbing, dodge ball, ski lanes, snowboarding, ninja, parkour, laser tag, trampolines, play area and an adventure park all together. With what they offer there is always something also the older kids and possibly parents like
Things like Bounce, Time Zone and Zone Bowling never fail for most, but they are not for everyone; the mix of lights, sounds and excitement can be a massive sensory overload for those who are sensitive for that which can lead to complete panic attacks by some kids. Besides this not everyone likes bowling (we have one family member who really doesn’t like this)
We head to timesone whenever we go near the Gold coast or Sunshine Coast. The kids have the absolute best time. I have not taken the kids bowling in a long time but it is my birthday this week so think it is a fantastic time to give it a go!
Our family loves Timezone!! We definitely call ourselves regulars throughout the year. A great time where we can test our skill at claw machines and have a blast with the kids. My daughter’s favourite is driving me around on the racing game – definitely core memories unlocked! Its so fun all the time.
My kids do enjoy Zone bowling- we’re regular visitors even during term time. And it’s fun for everyone in the family and it’s easy to invite a friend or two to join in if you’re so inclined. Not hard to learn if you’re a b3ginner – and you don’t need equipment either.
Bowling is such a fun thing to do for school holidays with kids, I even picked it as my 10 year birthday treat. Timezone is a classic day out. I remember when the photo booth stickers were new and everyone’s diary was covered in them. We have a carnival in town over the holiday break so that’s out plan! Free entry, woo
Kids love school holiday’s but my credit card doesn’t!!!!! I love Zone bowling, it is such a fun place to take the kids too. My daughter loves to bowl and finish off playing a few games afterwards. I am yet to take her to Timezone but it is on our list to try this year.
I LOVE school holidays! I think preparation is the key to having a cheap yet successful one. I always start the holidays with a sheet on the wall with a list of free activities such as – hide and seek, read a book, do a puzzle, bake something etc.
we have a rule in the house that you can’t say ‘there’s nothing to do’ or ‘I’m bored’ because there’s a list full of fun activities. We then have a few scheduled paid activities such as cinemas, Timezone and bowling! Bring your own snacks and you’ll save even more!
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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 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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