Stink and the Great Guinea Pig Express Paperback – 12 Feb. 2013

I've bought these books for all the 5th & 6th birthday parties my son has been to recently. Unlike other books aimed at this age group (I'm thinking of a series starring a particularly obnoxious boy), Stink and the other characters are nice, normal people: Stink's parents, his friends, his teacher, his sister Judy (even though they argue like brothers and sisters do). You don't feel like you're being hit with a huge moral message either though. They are also ideal for children to read when they start reading independently.

I bought this for someone who loves their guinea pig - as something different to read, and make you laugh. I will definitely be reading the rest of the series as it was perfect to read on a long journey.