The Boy Who Drove His Bed to School

Drew Tapley Illustrated by Garin S. Adi

A boy who doesn’t like getting out of bed in the morning drives his bed all the way into school.

Ben doesn’t really do mornings. He would much rather stay tucked up in bed. So, when his mother calls that it’s time for school, Ben does something totally different—he drives his bed down the stairs, through the kitchen, and off to school! On his journey, Ben learns the rules of the road and gives a friend a lift, but what will everyone think when he turns up at school in a bed? The Boy Who Drove His Bed to School is a wildly imaginative and amusing story about having big ideas.

  • Children will love this outrageous and entertaining story that turns reluctance into an epic adventure.
  • Celebrates independent thinking, such as problem solving and resilience.
  • Bright, imaginative illustrations that convey the dynamic details of this delightful tale.
Drew Tapley is a copywriter, journalist, and screenwriter. Whatever he’s writing, Drew is constantly inspired by the creative process of shaping ideas and believes in the power of imagination as a force for positive change. This is his first children’s picture book, which is based on a recurring childhood fantasy he had in elementary school. Drew was born in England and lives in Canada with his wife and three children.
 
Garin S. Adi is an Indonesian illustrator who specialises in creating charming childlike illustrations. With a portfolio brimming with delightful characters and vibrant worlds, Garin has developed his distinctive style by working on a variety of different picture book projects. His talent lies in capturing the innocence and wonder of childhood, bringing stories to life with their playful and captivating illustrations.

ISBN :978-1-76036-291-1
Release Date :September 2025
RRP :$26.99 AUD
Age range:5 years and up
Binding :Hardback
Trim Size :210 mm in H | 255 mm in W
Extent :40 pages | Four-colour Interior
Imprint :Starfish Bay Children's Books
Categories :Children's Picture Books
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