A cheerful Dick King-Smith where Nick (the oldest child in a family of five, whose father is a vicar) discovers a wishbone with magical powers. He learns to use his wishes for good, not bad, and has a lot of fun on the way. ( )

Much better than 'The Sheep-Pig' (commonly known as Babe), but perhaps because I don't enjoy animals talking. This is one of those children's books that has adult themes or concepts that is written well. Countries and Schools would probably ban it. ( )