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)
I have never had the fortune of reading a book written by Sharna Jackson, author of titles including High Rise Mystery, Mic Drop ( High Rise Mystery 2), and The Good Turn, and then her newest title was due to be published and I had the opportunity to read and review it for this blog … Continue reading The Nine Night Mystery
The Floating Witch Mystery Written by Nicki Thornton When my cat was born she was miles away from the queue when brains were being handed out. There’s absolutely nothing in between her ears so whenever I read a book in this series I find myself looking at her and wishing she could be just like … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – July 2024 (Part Two)
Wildsmith: City of Secrets Written by Liz Flanagan Illustrations by Joe Todd-Stanton The first book in the series was amazing and I couldn’t wait to catch up with Rowan in this latest instalment. Rowan starts to embrace her gifts as a magical wildsmith who heals and speaks to animals. But saving a young pegasus brings … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – July 2024 (Part One)
Upon first glance of this latest book by Yarrow Townsend I was immediately curious as to the title and the stunning book cover design portraying what could only be a brave and adventurous cliff climbing girl, a girl who is surrounded by a stunning ocean view. This book is published by Chicken House, who never … Continue reading A Ship in the Dark
The November Witches Written by Jennifer Claessen The November Witches is the follow up to the excellent October Witches . The October Witches follows Clem, a young witch experiencing her first time with magic. Coming from a family of witches, Clem has watched every woman in her family grow and play with her magic. But … Continue reading Middle Grade Must Reads – June 2024 (Part Two)
Often, in my home, I will express to my children my excitement for new books and blogging opportunities that have arrived, and one of those occasions happened to be with my 15 year old son with whom I shared Umbrella Mouse, Anna's debut title, with. The mere mention of Anna's name to him conjured up … Continue reading Delta and the Lost City
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