Inspiring Young Readers
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Ivor the Engine posted on 11 Dec 2023
What a team author, Oliver Postgate (1925 – 2008) and artist /puppet-maker, Peter Firmin (1928 – 2018) made.
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Bunnies in a Sleigh posted on 09 Dec 2023
The first word that came to mind when I saw the cover of this ‘crazy Christmas story’ was exuberance.
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My First Christmas Cook Book posted on 07 Dec 2023
At this time of year it is always exciting to find a different kind of children’s book with a Christmas theme.
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The Singing Bear posted on 30 Nov 2023
Back in March of this year we reviewed the first of The Repair Shop stories, The Toy Bus, by the same team of Amy Sparkes and Katie Hickey.
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Forbidden Classroom posted on 27 Nov 2023
What child could resist the idea of a secret classroom hidden in their school?
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Bear and Bird: The stars and other stories posted on 23 Nov 2023
This is the second instalment in the series about two friends who enjoy everyday experiences together.
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Snake in the Loft and The Incredible Shrinking Ghost posted on 21 Nov 2023
One thing links these two new releases from author and poet, Brian Moses – ghosts!
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Masked Hero posted on 20 Nov 2023
In the 21st century, we tend to over-use the word ‘hero’ and all too often apply it to modest performers of modest achievements.
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Drew, Moo and Bunny Too posted on 16 Nov 2023
The charming story of a young boy, Drew, who travels with his friends, Moo and Bunny on a wonderful flying rug to experience amazing adventures
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Count the Stars: A timeless celebration of maths posted on 12 Nov 2023
It’s remarkable how books can take me into subject areas that would normally make the blood drain from my face.