We are in the process of moving house and may be without internet access for approximately a month. So if you don’t hear from me for a while, that’s the reason. Have a terrific month and I’ll catch up in … Continue reading
Here’s one of my all time favourite children’s books. In fact, I started reading this book to our boys when they were just a few months old. I confess, I could recite this book word for word. The story starts … Continue reading
I Want My Hat Back is a children’s picture book that I wouldn’t normally pick up to read. It’s not full of attractive, brightly coloured illustrations. In fact, there’s nothing on the cover that screams out … “pick me!” However, the book was listed on the New York Times Best Picture Books List. I admit I was curious to see why this book made the list and therefore picked it up. I’m really glad I did! Continue reading
From the moment we started reading this story, the boys were captivated. The sat glued to the book from start to finish. This is always a good sign of a good book – one that can capture and hold the attention of young readers. Continue reading
Our pirate theme continues with this book, Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs. For many children, pirates and dinosaurs are fascinating. Put them together in one story, and you’re onto a winner.
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If you’re looking for a great pirate story, you have to have a look at “Class Three All At Sea.” The boys and I absolutely love this book. We’ve read it so many times, I’ve lost count. Every night, for weeks, David would bring this book out to be read before bedtime. Continue reading
Where’s My Teddy is a terrific children’s books which is full of great illustrations, excellent rhyming text and a fast moving plot. There are two other books in the series we’ve been enjoying as well. Continue reading
One of the most popular books in our home lately is “Mungo and the Dinosaur Island” written by Timothy Knapman and illustrated by Adam Stower. It’s packed full of adventure and excitement. Definitely one to spark the imagination. The illustrations are terrific as is the text.
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Great news! There’s a new children’s book which has just been added to “Our Books” – It’s a Bad Day to be a Fly!”
It’s a story about Mr Sty and his efforts to protect his apple pie from a pesky fly. Here’s the story behind this book. Continue reading
“Gotcha”, written by Gail Jorgensen and illustrated by Kerry Argent, is another fantastic children’s picture book that we’ve really been enjoying lately.
“Gotcha” is a captivating story is about Bertha Bear and a big, black, beastly fly. It is packed with action which helps to captivate and maintain children’s interest. Continue reading