Attack of the Vampire Sheep Written by Emily-Jane Clark like many librarians, I have reluctant readers, these are the children who really don’t want to read unless you can find a book that piques their interest. THis is one such book. And if I had to describe this book in one word that word would … Continue reading The Beasts of Knobbly Bottom Books
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzoJbF-LIT- When it comes to Abi Elphinstone I feel theres no need for introductions, her work speaks for itself, and from 2018's Sky Song through to this latest book I have delighted in every chance to devour the exquisite stories that Abi writes, and tumble head first into the astonishingly beautiful and vast worlds she … Continue reading Discussing Ember Spark with Abi Elphinstone
Number Garden Written by Isabel Potter Illustrated by Sophie Ledesma Just as the front cover tagline 'introducing first numbers through nature' suggests this is a board book that combines numbers with nature, two fantastic topics to incorporate into this 3-5 year olds reading book. The illustration on the front cover also gives you an indication … Continue reading Brilliant Board Books from Little Tiger – May 2024
Call the Puffins Written by Cath Howe Illustrations by Ella Okstad First in a new series about puffins and teamwork. Welcome to the island of Egg where a group of young puffins are in training to join a search and rescue team. Meet Muffin who is following in her dad's footsteps and anxious not to … Continue reading Early Chapter Books – May 2024
When I was contacted by the publicist involved with Lucy's latest book I posed the idea of including a very special young lady, an avid book reader and total bookworm, who is the intended reader age for the book. Amelia is someone I love to bestow my love of books upon whenever the opportunity arises, … Continue reading The Island at the Edge of the Night – Special Guest Review and Author Interview
@SamJDThomas Immediately immersing you in an unfolding mystery you join Faye, a young girl that is due to depart her family home she shares with her father and auntie. She is heading to boarding school, which isn't an unfamiliar situation for Faye to find herself in, she has previously been enrolled in several, but this … Continue reading The Island at the Edge of Night – Double Review
You Wouldn’t Catch Me Dead Written by Tess James-Mackey Over the last 6 months I have developed a love for murder mysteries YA books, so I was delighted when this came out. The only thing worse than being lost . . . is being found. Keely planned to keep her head down at her new school … Continue reading YA Must Reads – April 2024 (Part Two)
Ever since becoming aware of Barrington Stoke's fantastic titles they publish primarily for the benefit of dyslexic readers, of all ages and reading stages, I have come to really appreciate the invaluable resources they provide as we look to offer reading for pleasure opportunities to all children. Printed on yellow paper, as required for dyslexic … Continue reading Dyslexia Friendly Titles from Barrington Stoke – April 2024 (Part Two)
Some people believe that picture books are only meant for younger children and that older children don’t benefit from picture books. All children learn through picture books and here are some amazing ones for older children. The Selfish Giant Written by Oscar Wilde Illustrated by Ritva Voutila The children always played in the Giant's garden, … Continue reading Picture Books for Older Children
Written by Barbara Henderson I don't watch television, I find it really boring, but recently I have discovered a liking for documentaries about Kings and Queen of Tudor times. For some reason I find them fascinating. I have learnt about Queen Victoria, Henry V and Queen Mary of Scots. So I was really interested in … Continue reading The Boy, The Witch and The Queen of Scots
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