Children’s books mainly by British authors and illustrators. Many include themes focusing on nature.
Once upon a time there was a brave little knight who “helped dragons, monsters, princesses and kings.” Yes! Sir Charlie Stinky Socks is back in his latest adventure with his faithful, fearless cat, Envelope, and his good grey mare! Sir Charlie Stinky Socks and the Tale of the Wizard’s Whisper is the sixth book in […]
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There’s something about hideouts that children just love. Whether it’s a tent in the house or a treehouse or a fun nook, hideouts become magical places for kids to play….and imagine in. In The Castle in the Field by Michael Morpurgo, three children find their own special hideaway. When they get caught in a downpour,
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When Gorilla was published in 1983 it marked the breakthrough of Anthony Browne as a children’s author and illustrator. Now it’s viewed as a modern classic. Candlewick Press has released a 30th anniversary edition with a new cover illustration by Browne. Gorilla won Anthony Browne widespread recognition and prizes – both in the US and
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Whoohoooo! And in case you’re wondering…that’s me giving a howl of delight after reading Young Werewolf by Cornelia Funke and illustrated by David Roberts. And – yes – this is by THE international bestselling children’s author Cornelia Funke, best known for her Inkheart Trilogy, The Thief Lord and Dragon Rider. I’m going to give one major
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When my daughter removed the wrapping of her gift – Cinderella’s Secret Diary by Faye Hanson – what struck me was the artwork. Although the classic tale of poor Cinderella who meets her prince at the ball is told with a new twist, it’s the illustrations which stand out. The novelty book, with its padded
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My kids – not surprisingly – are fascinated by space so I was ‘over the moon’ when I found the perfect space book for kids: Professor Astro Cat’s Frontiers of Space by Dr. Dominic Walliman and Ben Newman. I’ll also admit that this space book captivated me. Whenever I read it to them I learn
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