The O’Brien Press

A rusty key opens a dusty box hidden in Alfie's grandad's shed. Inside is an old, old book -- with magical powers. The book promises Alfie a gift, but first he must take the crystal flower across Sleepy Meadows full of Snapping Dragons to the crooked tree that is guarded by Giant Hogweeds. If Alfie succeeds he will be able to do something he has never done before!

The first book in the Alfie Green series: now in paperback.

Joe O'Brien lives in Ballyfermot in Dublin with his wife and children. He is the author of nine books featuring Alfie Green, a boy who can talk to plants. For older readers he has written three books about Danny Wilde and his Littlestown Crokes GAA team, Legends' Lair (about Charlie Stubbs and his dreams of becoming a soccer player) and one fantasy novel, Beyond the Cherry Tree. He has appeared on RTE's The Den, TV3's Ireland AM and many radio shows. He regularly holds readings in bookshops and libraries around the country.

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stpetersbrayblog.com

charming illustrations … a perfect beginner reader

Mad About Books

'gorgeous books beautifully illustrated by Jean Texier. Perfect for six-to-seven-year-olds.'

The Sunday Independent
Sunday Independent

'This is a tense and exciting story that will capture the imagination . . ."I loved Alfie and the Magical Gift. It was excellent. I think Alfie was very brave to go on the journey by himself. This was the best book I have ever read in my life. It was a great story and was very exciting." Hannah Meaney, 7'

Clare People

'This is a tense and exciting story that will capture the imagination . . ."I loved Alfie and the Magical Gift. It was excellent. I think Alfie was very brave to go on the journey by himself. This was the best book I have ever read in my life. It was a great story and was very exciting." Hannah Meaney, 7'

Clare People

'gorgeous books beautifully illustrated by Jean Texier. Perfect for six-to-seven-year-olds.'

The Sunday Independent
Sunday Independent

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Teaching Resources: free to view and download

• Download Teaching Guides: Teaching guide to Alfie Green and the Magical Gift

• Download Activity sheets: My Friend Alfie

• Download Activity sheets: My Garden