Don't Disturb The Pirate! Written by Rhiannon Findlay Illustrated by Sian Roberts Published by Puffin When I saw that this book was being published I was immediately determined to share it on here for others to become aware of. It is written by the same talent behind the Ten Minutes to Bed series of titles, … Continue reading Perfect Picture Books – August 2024 (Part Two)
Where's My Pet? Patch Written by Beth Hamilton Illustrated by Carly Gledhill Published by Little Tiger I love a hide and seek style board book because they are incredibly popular with little ones as they are so much fun to discover part of the adventure behind the flaps incorporated in the book, and this particular … Continue reading Beautiful Board Books – August 2024 (Part One)
Habitats Written by Hannah Pang and Illustrated by Isobel Lundie, this book was published in Hardcover format by Little Tiger in February this year, and perfectly compliments the duo's earlier book titled Seasons, which was published in February 2023. Nature is like a magical journey that transforms with every step. The pages within this book … Continue reading Perfect Picture Books – August 2024 (Part One)
Small! Written by Hannah Moffatt As soon as I saw this cover I knew that this book was going to be fun. Harvey is a small boy in a giant world. On stilts! When Harvey accidentally sets fire to his headteacher's trousers, Mum decides it's time for a BIG change and packs him off to … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – August 2024 (Part Two)
Shipwrecked Written by Jenny Pearson Published by Usborne I just adore a Jenny Pearson book, she's not afraid to tackle serious subjects but she does it in a humorous way. And this book is no different. Sebastian Sunrise and his two best friends, Lina and Étienne, are in a bit of trouble. They are stranded … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – August 2024 (Part One)
Claire Fayers I’m often asked if I believe in ghosts and magic. The short answer is, sadly, no. I say sadly, because sometimes I really wish there was a bit of magic in the world. (I’m not so sure about ghosts.) But I believe there are plenty of things in the world we haven’t explained … Continue reading Welsh Giants, Ghosts & Goblins
How It Works - Fire Engine When I first saw this book arrive I called my sister to discuss the relevance of the theme in relation to my nephew. He starts reception class this September so he is moving on from the intended younger audience board books that have been priceless in ensuring he has … Continue reading Little Tiger’s Beautiful Board Books this July 2024
Written by Sarah Asuquo Illustrated by Ruthie Burton. Published by Scholastic. Every family is completely different and sometimes it can be hard to explain this to young children so in cases like this a picture book is the perfect way to do this. Tia has had the best day ever, until her parents tell her … Continue reading Roots of Love. Families change, Love remains.
The Cloud Thief Written by James Nicol Published by Chicken House The environment means a lot to me, I recycle a lot , try to use less electricity and the weather interests me. So I was really interested in this book when I heard about it. I like nothing more than laying in bed reading … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – July 2024 (Part Four)
Secrets of the Snakestone Written by Piu DasGupta Zélie is often accused of being a witch, but she doesn’t believe in magic. Until Jules climbs up from the reeking Parisian sewer and hands Zélie the golden locket he discovered there. The locket once held the magical Snakestone, and Zélie knows that if she can find … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – July 2024 (Part Three)
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