Meet Grug, the little
creature who lives in a burrow
Discover the wonderful world of Grug through Ted Prior's charming children's books, filled with adventure, friendship, and life lessons perfect for young readers.
The Original Grug
Living in his grass-topped burrow since 1979
Why Children Love Grug
Discover what makes Grug books special for young readers and families around the world
Life Lessons
Every Grug adventure teaches important values like friendship, sharing, courage, and kindness through relatable situations.
Easy Reading
Simple, engaging text perfect for early readers, helping children build confidence and develop a love for reading.
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A beloved part of Australian children's literature, helping generations of children explore and understand their world.
Ted Prior
Author & Illustrator since 1979
About Ted Prior & Grug
Grug is a little creature who lives in a burrow topped with grass, created by Australian author Ted Prior. Since 1979, Grug has been entertaining children with simple adventures that teach valuable life lessons.
Each beautifully illustrated story follows Grug as he discovers the world around him, makes new friends, and learns important lessons about sharing, courage, and kindness. The gentle narratives and charming artwork make these books perfect for bedtime reading and early independent reading.
Loved by Families Worldwide
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"My children absolutely love Grug! The stories are simple yet engaging, perfect for bedtime reading."
"Grug books have been a family tradition for three generations. Timeless and beautiful!"
"As a teacher, I use Grug books to help children learn important life values. They're educational and fun!"
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