Looking for some fun books to learn exciting new things in with the children this summer or keen to get a head start on creating your non-fiction list for the school library before returning to work, whatever your reason this is the fifth instalment of #NavigatingNonFiction which gives you worthy titles for each. Fun and … Continue reading Navigating Non-Fiction #5
If you are looking for shorter, quicker reads to enjoy over the Summer, whether it is recreational reading or for the Summer Reading Challenge 2019 then look no further for here is a selection of worthy titles for you to enjoy. The Curse of the School Rabbit Told in the narrative of Tommy, a young … Continue reading Short Stories in the Summer Sun
This is an absolutely beautiful story to read, one of determination, love and above all hope. Clementine is kept in the most disgusting of circumstances by her aunt and uncle, who use her as their slave for the cooking and cleaning and in return refuse her meals and are physically nasty too. It is the … Continue reading The Magic Place
This is the beautiful story of Evie, a young girl coming to end of primary school who has issues to deal with, the biggest one being Evie can speak to animals - all animals! Using telepathy Evie can hear thoughts of animals around her and interact with them in return, as and when she chooses. … Continue reading Evie and the Animals
These high quality books are all published by Barrington Stoke who specialise in Dyslexia Friendly titles. A varied selection ranging from first chapters to those suitable for teenagers ensures there is something for everyone. Eagle Warrior - Gill Lewis Set in the stunning Scottish countryside Bobbie lives on the family farm with the addition of … Continue reading Dyslexia Friendly Titles – Variety Edition
Georgina Atwell, Founder of Toppsta, shares why she’s hoping for a “Full House” of books this summer I’m always on the lookout for fun ways to get kids reading. Since having my own children, I’ve seen the benefits of reading regularly but it can be hard to fit it all in with school work, after … Continue reading Toppsta’s Summer Reading Bingo
Originally written in 1968, Ted Hughes' The Iron Man is still as popular as ever, maybe even more so now because this latest edition features a collaboration with one of the most talented illustrators of our time Chris Mould, and that in itself creates an award winning combination of an inspirational classic story bought to … Continue reading The Iron Man
Guest post by Damaris Young Writing THE SWITCHING HOUR was a lesson about overcoming my fears, but it also taught me that the inspiration behind why you write a story can often be discovered after it’s already been written. When I first started writing THE SWITCHING HOUR I was a very timid writer. I was … Continue reading The Ever-Evolving Inspiration Behind The Switching Hour
Continuing on from my #PeekingAtPictureBooks -August Part 1 which you can find here this is my final selection for this summery month of the year that will see so many of us looking for suggestions on books to entertain the children whilst they are at home and also for advice on books to add to … Continue reading Peeking At Picture Books – August Part 2
Safiya has a tumultuous relationship with her mum who she sees at weekends, having chosen to live with her dad when her parents split up. Whilst her mum loves musicals and theatre Safiya is into gaming and these differences often cause arguments. After the most recent of arguments Safiya's mum ends up in hospital, really … Continue reading A Pocketful of Stars
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