The Tale of Angelino Brown

In this delightful and poignant tale by David Almond, bus driver Bert Brown discovers a tiny boy angel named Angelino in his shirt pocket, leading him and his wife, Betty, to embrace an unexpected adventure of care and joy. While their friends adore the angel, the skeptical Head Teacher, Mrs. Mole, and the enigmatic Man in Black raise concerns, creating tension around their newfound responsibility. As Bert and Betty navigate the complexities of angel-care amidst adult skepticism, the story explores themes of belief and innocence in a charming and engaging manner.