This engaging and comical story with its unusual hero, will delight young children of around 3 to 7 years of age. Meffy the flea may be small, but he has big ideas. He longs for a more adventurous life and bravely sets out with his backpack. Go with him on his journey, and laugh at Neil Chapman's hilarious illustrations. In the end, little Meffy learns that friends are more important than living like a king.