The Runaway Dinner. This item is unavailable.The Runaway Dinner

"A wacky, whimsical narrative. . . . More sophisticated in structure than the classic tales and verses that inspired it, this madcap riff is for primary-grade readers &; and their clever parents." &; Kirkus Reviews

What happens if someone's dinner decides that, well, it doesn't want to be eaten? For a hungry little boy named Banjo and a savory sausage named Melvin, it's a plight that can only result in a breathless escape &; and what a chase it is! Off speeds the sturdy sausage &; leading fork, knife, and plate, chair and table, a handful of fries with various French names, and three fat little peas &; out the door, down the street, and around the park, with poor Banjo taking up the rear. Will the famished boy ever catch them? And what (gulp) happens to Melvin if he does? Allan Ahlberg is in his element with this fast and funny tale, while Bruce Ingman's kid-friendly illustrations add visual comedy to the chase.

One of the most acclaimed authors of children’s books, Allan has written nearly 140 titles for children.

A critically acclaimed author and illustrator, winner of the 1996 Mother Goose Award as the most exciting British newcomer to children's picture books.