by Barbara Henderson Essential Kit for heading to the hills Bringing the right kit is one of the most important ways to keep yourself safe in the hills. Here are some things to think about: The kit you need will depend a lot on the type of activity you are planning, and what the conditions … Continue reading I Don’t DO Mountains – Guest Post
When publicity over the prequel to this title circulated I was immediately captivated by the concept of a spooky story that was actually set in my home county of Suffolk, and it being set in a boarding school only further ensured I was going to be reading that book at the earliest opportunity. I was … Continue reading Shadowhall Academy – Ghost Story Society
The Carnegies celebrate outstanding achievement in children’s writing and illustration and are unique in being judged by children’s and youth librarians, with the respective Shadowers’ Choice Medals voted for by children and young people. 16 books have been shortlisted in total, with eight in each category for the Carnegie Medal for Writing and Carnegie Medal … Continue reading The Carnegies 2025 Shortlist Announced!
Love Always Everywhere Written and Illustrated by Sarah Massini From a kiss or a cuddle to sharing a giggle, there are lots of ways to show someone you care. But whoever you love, and however you show it, don't forget that love is always everywhere. In as beautiful a way imaginable this board book celebrates … Continue reading Beautiful Board Books – March 2025
Written by Becky Davies Illlustrated by Henry Rancourt I have nothing but incredible things to say about this book. No way did I anticipate the amount of interest and interaction that would come from one book being beside my sofa, awaiting my taking a look and reviewing. Let me explain - my 4yr old nephew, … Continue reading Everything Farm with flaps to lift
Published on 5th Jan 2023 in by Farshore Available in the classic smaller sizing of Mr Men titles It is officially Pancake Day 2025, or Shrove Tuesday to be more precise, and what better way to embrace that which will be served in households across the country for desert this evening than with a pancake … Continue reading Mr.Men Little Miss : Pancake Day
Written by Fleur Hitchcock Published by Nosy Crow Cover design by Robert Ball Sam Anyone who knows me well would be able to tell you that my ultimate destination location will always be Lyme Regis in Dorset. If you haven't ever been then invisage that picture perfect coastal destination and you'd be on the right … Continue reading Our Must Read Recommendation – Murder at Wintertide (Double Review)
My Friend Andy Written and Illustrated by Emma Chinnery Published by Little Tiger Told from the perspective of Fluffy, the little dog that belongs to Lilly and her mum, this heartwarming story tells of how during their every day routine of heading to the park Fluffy, Lilly and her mum go past Andy, the dog … Continue reading Perfect Picture Books – February 2025 (Part Two)
In the first of two titles in the ShakesBearean Tales by Louie Stowell, author of award winning series Loki, and beautifully illustrated by Isobel Lundie, here we have A Midsummer Night's Drama, which was published last month by Little Tiger. A book at BEDTIME for little bards! In what can only be described as a … Continue reading A Midsummer Night’s Drama : A ShakesBearean Tale!
Bouncing Bunnies! Written by Fiz Osbourne Illustrated by Tim Budgen Published by Simon & Schuster Bounce little bunnies, bounce, bounce, bounce! This beautifully written book is jam packed with rhyming sentences that depict the bounciest of stories perfect for Spring and Easter. I have always loved picture books that encourage younger audiences to join in … Continue reading Perfect Picture Books this Half Term – February 2025 (Part One)
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