What the Jackdaw Saw - Julia Donaldson | Buy Online at Beetle Bookshop
What the Jackdaw Saw (Author: Julia Donaldson | Illustrator: Nick Sharratt) An inclusive, uplifting picture book about friendship, sign language, and deaf awareness—created by Julia Donaldson, author of "The Gruffalo", in collaboration with a group of deaf children! The jackdaw is hosting a party and wants all his animal friends in the forest to come. But when he flies around calling out his invitation, the animals simply touch their heads instead of replying out loud. Why won't they answer him? What do their movements mean? As the story unfolds, the jackdaw learns that his friends are communicating through sign language! Featuring Julia Donaldson's trademark funny rhyming text and Nick Sharratt's bright, vibrant illustrations, What the Jackdaw Saw is a joyful and accessible way to teach young children about inclusion, empathy, and non-verbal communication. Key Highlights: Includes BSL Guide: Features a dedicated page of illustrated British Sign Language (BSL) signs for children and parents to practice together. Interactive Audio & Video QR Code: Includes a scannable QR code linking to an audio reading by Justin Fletcher with sound effects, plus a video of the story performed in British Sign Language. Award-Winning Creators: Written by world-renowned author Julia Donaldson (The Gruffalo) and illustrated by Nick Sharratt (Pants, You Choose). Promotes Inclusivity: A wonderful storytime tool for classrooms, nurseries, and home libraries to build deaf awareness and empathy.