David Armitage David Armitage i(A51346 works by)
Born: Established: 1943 New Norfolk, Derwent Valley, Southeast Tasmania, Tasmania, ;
Gender: Male
Expatriate assertion Departed from Australia: 1975
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2 1 y separately published work icon The Lighthouse Keeper's Christmas Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), Great Britain : Scholastic Press , 2014 Z991936 2014 single work picture book children's

'Mr and Mrs Grinling are looking forward to an extra-special Christmas with their great-nephew, George. But on Christmas Eve, Mr Grinling and George get stranded in the middle of a storm! Can Mrs Grinling reach them in time for Christmas dinner?' (Publication summary)
2 y separately published work icon The Lighthouse Keeper's Tea Ronda Armitage , David Armitage , Lisarow : Scholastic Australia , 2001 Z955988 2001 single work picture book children's

'When Mr Grinling decides he needs a hobby, he tries everything from baking to birdwatching. But one morning, a stroll along the beach inspires Mr Grinling to take up something very different... and before too long Mr Grinling surprises everyone by learning to surf!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 3 y separately published work icon Queen of the Night Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), Port Melbourne : Lothian , 1999 Z835114 1999 single work picture book children's Tatty Brown is afraid of the dark and finds it difficult to go to sleep, until her mother suggests that she should allow the Queen of the Night to reveal the mysteries of the night to her.
1 7 y separately published work icon The Lighthouse Keeper's Breakfast Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), Scholastic Australia , 1999 Z823984 1999 single work picture book children's

'A fancy dress party is being held to celebrate the lighthouse's 200th birthday, and the Grinlings are determined to dress up as pirates. But when a real crew of pirates appear, the Grinlings get a big surprise! Are the scurvy pirates all they seem - or is something fishy going on?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 2 y separately published work icon When Dad Did the Washing Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), London : Deutsch , 1990 Z997477 1990 single work picture book children's
1 5 y separately published work icon The Lighthouse Keeper's Rescue Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), Melbourne : Lothian , 1989 Z832597 1989 single work picture book children's

'The Lighthouse Inspectors have decided that it's time for Mr Grinling to retire. But when a stranded whale desperately needs the Grinlings' help, the Lighthouse Inspectors realise that Mr Grinling is still the best man for the job.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 y separately published work icon Portland Bill's Treasure Trove : An Activity Book Based on the Central Television Series David Armitage , London : Deutsch , 1987 Z835435 1987 single work children's fiction children's
1 2 y separately published work icon The Lighthouse Keeper's Catastrophe Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), London : Deutsch , 1986 Z982134 1986 single work picture book children's

'When Mr Grinling locks himself out of the lighthouse, he tries everything to get back inside. Not only is Hamish the cat trapped inside, he also needs to switch on the light to warn the ships that they're near the rocks on the coast. Luckily Mrs Grinling has an ingenious plan to get back in...but will it work?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 1 y separately published work icon One Moonlit Night Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), London : Deutsch , 1983 Z967602 1983 single work picture book children's
1 y separately published work icon Ice Creams for Rosie Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), London : Deutsch , 1981 Z838371 1981 single work picture book children's When the ice cream for Rosie's island shop runs out one hot summer, she comes up with a clever way to transport a shipment from the mainland.
1 1 y separately published work icon The Bossing of Josie Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), London : Deutsch , 1980 Z835441 1980 single work picture book children's Josie, tired of being bossed by everyone, gets a witch's costume for her birthday and tries casting a few spells on her irritating family.
1 1 y separately published work icon Don't Forget, Matilda! Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), London : Deutsch , 1979 Z838389 1979 single work picture book children's
1 1 y separately published work icon The Trouble with Mr Harris Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), London : Deutsch , 1978 Z835795 1978 single work picture book children's humour

'The village people of Hodgeton are not happy with the new post master because he is so grumpy and impatient. They decide to call a protest meeting. However, Mr Harris proves that he is really a nice person.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
3 3 y separately published work icon The Lighthouse Keeper's Lunch Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), London : Deutsch , 1977 Z838368 1977 single work picture book children's humour Some hungry seagulls keep eating Mr. Grinling's lunch but after several unsuccessful attempts Mrs. Grinling finally outwits the pesky gulls.
1 y separately published work icon Lighthouse Keeper Series Ronda Armitage , David Armitage (illustrator), 1977-2014 28163875 1977 series - author picture book
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