Clive King’s ‘Stig of the dump’ is about a boy called Barney who befriends a caveman called ‘Stig’ who lives in a quarry. Barney finds Stig by accidently falling into the quarry and through the roof of Stig’s den. From this point onwards they become good friends. Barney enjoys his time with Stig as they do a number of interesting things together such as; improving ‘Stigs’ den, collecting firewood, scaring a young group of boys’, catching some burglars who were attempting to steal Barney’s grandmothers silverwares and by going hunting. Thought I’d re-read this for the first time since I was a kid, in honour of Clive King, whose death at age 94 was announced today, 13 July 2018. Hardcover. Condition: Very good. Edward Ardizzone (illustrator). First edition thus. 170pp. Octavo [20.5cm]. Illustrated cloth over boards. Previous owner's ex libris stamp and additional small notation on front free endpaper. In lightly soiled publisher's orange slipcase.

Design a new and improved den for Stig. Think about what he needs there to be comfortable (light / heat etc).The Snargets call themselves ‘the Lone Ranger’, ‘Robin Hood’ and ‘William Tell’. Can you find out about these characters and explain who they are? Imagine that you are a policeman interviewing Barney about the robbery. What questions would you ask? How would he respond? This lovely story about the unlikely friendship between Barney and stone-age Stig has stood the test of time. Although it is now over 50 years old, contemporary children will love reading about the pair's lively adventures. Clive Kings' story is perfectly accompanied by Edward Ardizzone's classic illustrations. Stig of the Dump has never been out of print and has sold more than 2 million copies since it was published in 1963." Stig of the Dump Story Writing PowerPoint - This fantastic PowerPoint looks at how the author has written the chapters of Stig of the Dump and challenges children to write their own chapter that could slip into the book. A great way to encourage reading and responding.

I thought that Stig of the dump is a very good book for children to read. This specific book has been chosen in my school for a challenge for the above average readers. I have really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone of any age !!! At that time he didn't have much interest in books but there was something about this one that he loved.

Stig's role in the story is a fascinating one. Barney does not rely on him at all times and it is interesting that he only visits his friend when he's over at his grandparents. It is only when Barney is bored, in danger and wanting to roleplay that he calls upon his friend. There is more to this, I think.