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The Scarecrows' Wedding
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About
The Scarecrows' Wedding is a charming picture book love story by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler about two devoted scarecrows, Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay, planning their perfect wedding—until a smooth-talking rival threatens their special day. Written in Donaldson's signature rhyme and illustrated in vibrant colour, the property brings together the beloved creative partnership behind modern classics like The Gruffalo, and has been brought to animated life by award-winning Magic Light Pictures as a 2025 BBC Christmas special.
Highlights
Created by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, the creative team behind The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom
Part of the beloved Donaldson-Scheffler canon from the author who became Britain's bestselling author in January 2025
Magic Light Pictures' 13th animated adaptation, with a proven track record of award-winning Christmas specials
Features universal themes of love, heroism and teamwork with appeal across age groups, both children and adults
Distinctive characters—Betty O'Barley, Harry O'Hay and villain Reginald Rake—in an original barnyard setting
A heartwarming story with drama, humour and originality wrapped in Donaldson's glorious rhyming verse
Recent News
Dec 2025
Animated special aired on BBC One; Magic Light's 13th Donaldson adaptation
Jan 2025
Julia Donaldson became Britain's bestselling author, surpassing J.K. Rowling
Oct 2025
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