Phoenix and the Carpet

'Rain, rain, go away,' said Anthea; 'but it never DOES go' I expect you know how boring it can be to stay indoors on rainy days. None of the five children meant to set the nursery carpet on fire that wet day. They only wanted to test out their fireworks...The new carpet when it arrives comes with something odd wrapped inside - an enormous glowing egg, and with it the chance for a whole new set of adventures. Includes exclusive content: In the Backstory you can find out more about E. Nesbit and take the Phoenix's quiz! Vintage Children's Classics is a twenty-first century classics list aimed at 8-12 year olds and the adults in their lives. Discover timeless favourites from The Jungle Book and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to modern classics such as The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.