Spadge Returns by Ivan Wilson is a colourful children’s picture book, featuring the brilliant images of artist Les Holmes, who brings to life Spadge's new adventure.

Spadge leaves his country town to return to the city on a quest to find the sparrows who didn't get home with him last time. In the city, Spadge meets all sorts of birds and animals as he searches for his friends, but then he gains some surprising new mates.

While entertaining when read to very young children, as time passes, they can readily go on to read it for themselves as they grow and learn.

Spadge Returns is also helpful for parents and caregivers, as it includes subtle references to eating good food, getting exercise, being loyal, and having fun as a family.