Within the community I work and socialise in books are seen as an essential in daily schooling, routine, and respite from all of the chaos we are currently wading through. Books are invaluable for children when they hold the right story to grab their attention, allow them to relate to the content, and immerse themselves … Continue reading Sharing the Joy of a Short Story
In My Dreams Blog Tour – Author Interview with Stef Gemmill
From the moment you see the cover design of In My Dreams you cannot help but fall in love with the variety of colours used, the characters that feature, and the overwhelming desire to use your imagination to try to determine what joy awaits inside. Each time I read this book I got vibes of … Continue reading In My Dreams Blog Tour – Author Interview with Stef Gemmill
Flyntlock Bones Blog Tour
Guest Blog by Derek Keilty Shiver me timbers but Flyntlock Bones has been a barrel o’ fun to write. And to think it all started life as a doodle. While writing a different story, I scribbled a picture of a skull and crossbones in my story notebook then I drew a magnifying glass over one … Continue reading Flyntlock Bones Blog Tour
Amazing Islands – 100+ Places That Will Boggle Your Mind Blog Tour
There is so much to learn from the very moment you look inside this latest title by Sabrina Weiss, author of last year's Ocean : Secrets of the Deep, and readers can be sure they will enjoy unforgettable journeys to places that they will definitely have heard of before, and places that they haven't too. … Continue reading Amazing Islands – 100+ Places That Will Boggle Your Mind Blog Tour
Peeking At Picture Books – June 2020 (Part One)
As I know picture books to be valuable additions to primary school bookcases. as well as being enjoyed at home with younger audiences, I have created this blog post which looks to contain a variety of themes and cover many interests with the books chosen. This month features Fathers Day so I have chosen some … Continue reading Peeking At Picture Books – June 2020 (Part One)
The Reading Agency Summer Reading Challenge 2020 – Meet the Silly Squad and Ambassadors
With Covid 19 still posing an issue for social gatherings and normal routines such as visiting the local library with other family members, The Reading Agency have ensured the Summer Reading Challenge that more than 700,000 children enjoy taking part in each year will still run for 2020, with all assets being available digitally - … Continue reading The Reading Agency Summer Reading Challenge 2020 – Meet the Silly Squad and Ambassadors
THE READING AGENCY’S SUMMER READING CHALLENGE LAUNCHED TODAY!
Now you too can join the Silly Squad! A whole host of virtual (super silly!) curated events with guest celebrities and authors took place today to mark the launch of the new digital Challenge. The website is free to access, and features games, quizzes and digital and downloadable activities to incentivise and encourage children and … Continue reading THE READING AGENCY’S SUMMER READING CHALLENGE LAUNCHED TODAY!
Gargantis – Thomas Taylor
On the 7th May 2020 the second title in the Malamander series was published by Walker Books, and it was well worth the wait - I have wanted to get my hands on a copy of this book from the moment I finished the first, which was released on 2nd May 2019. I waited until … Continue reading Gargantis – Thomas Taylor
Peeking At Picture Books – May 2020 (Part Three)
As I continue to enjoy Picture Books at home I am delighted that sharing titles here on my blog has proven popular and useful to others in similar roles, and given an insight into the brilliant titles being published in the coming weeks as well as recently too. As we edge nearer to Fathers Day … Continue reading Peeking At Picture Books – May 2020 (Part Three)
Peeking At Picture Books – May 2020 (Part Two)
Continuing on from where my previous blog - Part One - left off, here are my selection of picture books that I have had the pleasure of sharing with younger readers, and know to be worthy titles for primary school libraries to stock, teachers to include in their classroom reading corners, and parents to share … Continue reading Peeking At Picture Books – May 2020 (Part Two)
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