This is described as a ‘vibrant’ story and it certainly is! It is also joyful, fun, educational and empowering. The book is about a child who is creative, curious, determined and imaginative and independent. It strikes me that these are all admirable qualities that [...]
August 10, 2022
I was fortunate enough to hear the author introduce this lovely story to a young audience at Leeds Lit Fest – before it had even been published! Through this picture book Maudie Smith was able to demonstrate to families how up-cycling can be fun [...]
March 13, 2022
This bold picture book is a rhythmic celebration of Black and brown babies and the joy, tender moments, and boundless love shared between children and their caregivers from Andrea Davis Pinkney and Brian Pinkney. Brown baby, born bright. Greet the world. Spread your light. Sparkling eyes blink [...]
December 30, 2021
This book is a fun rhyming picture book for young children by debut author Claire Bates that certainly appealed to our young reviewer Dylan who wanted to listen to the story again and again. Baboon on the Moon is about a baboon called Edgar, who [...]
December 28, 2021
The Secret Forest is a beautifully illustrated story that will take a reader and young child on a wonderful journey through peaceful woodlands. On every page there are interesting Nature facts and things to look out for. Sandra Dieckmann is the author and illustrator. You [...]
October 31, 2021
Rhyming text, bright and bold illustrations and a fun story about dogs who love to dress-up in disguises – we have no doubt toddlers will love this story by Peter Bently and John Bond. Theo, our young reviewer certainly does. Publishers Harper Collins describe this [...]
October 17, 2021
This non-fiction picture book about prehistoric beasts is a great way to introduce children to dinosaurs and to poetry. It is published by Little Tiger Press and has a tactile hardback cover like a reptile’s skin. The rhymes by poet James Carter make the book [...]
October 12, 2021
This glossy vibrant counting book about teachers getting eaten by monsters one-by-one is especially perfect for toddlers to enjoy during this back to school season. The story is written in a catchy rhyming verse by Ross Montgomery and the zany illustrations by Sarah Warburton [...]
September 14, 2021
This is fun story about emotions, written in rhyming verse by Michelle Robinson with bright and bold illustrations by Tom Knight. Kevin the cucumber is so cool. Whenever anyone gets hot and bothered, Kevin is always there to cool them down. He even has his own [...]
September 7, 2021
This is a lovely picture book for young children featuring the adorable fox character called Fletcher. In this story he is searching for the end of the rainbow he can see in the distance. The gentle story written by Julia Rawlinson is beautifully illustrated [...]
August 31, 2021
This picture book is about a child called Billy who happens to have two mums. Billy is embarrassed by his family because Billy’s mums sing sea shanties and dance jigs in the lounge. Their clothes are highly unusual, they have a rude parrot for [...]
July 20, 2021
This is lovely picture book for toddlers with all the best ingredients: Fantastic illustrations, a central character the kids will love, catchy, rhyming narrative and a positive message to reflect upon and discuss after story time (in this instance about being brave). It is [...]
July 17, 2021
Everyone’s favourite (socially-distanced) characters have returned to entertain us during this seemingly everlasting era that necessitates remote behavioural patterns and a deficit of hugs (for grown-ups too). This gently amusing story is a welcome reminder that hugs from those we love and care about will [...]
July 9, 2021
The latest in the educational Ceri and Deri picture book series, Pudding for Dessert teaches children how two people can see things differently: puddings or desserts. It also shows them the importance of community when settling disputes, as well as the value of friendship, [...]
July 8, 2021
This is an amusing cautionary tale for young children by Laura Mucha with lovely sunny illustrations by Hannah Peck. It is published by Faber who warn kids to be careful what they wish for! Rita really really really wanted a rabbit. Spike was NOT a [...]
June 16, 2021
This glossy picture book is about a shared journey. Dog longs to visit the seaside. But the ocean is MILES away. “Impossible!” he sighs. Then a lost crab appears and needs help to get home. By teaming up Dog and Crab achieve their shared goal. With [...]
May 9, 2021
This is a bold and beautiful picture book that will brighten any story-time! Created by Chris Haughton in his distinctive style (we are big fans!) this book is published by Walker Books. Three little monkeys, and their big monkey, are sat high up on their [...]
May 6, 2021
This is an unusual and rather special picture book for young children. It is a beautiful story that explores the mixed emotions we feel when someone we love is poorly. Two sisters are happily building a den together outdoors until one of the sisters [...]
April 23, 2021
This beautiful picture book by of our favourite illustrators, Emily Sutton, is about a little girl who moves home and is lonely until she makes friends with a puppy. It is a heart-warming story with beautiful and detailed illustrations on every page, as you [...]
April 10, 2021
This little hard-back book on Friendship by Helen Mortimer is brightly illustrated making it an attractive and robust edition to a pre-schooler’s little library! It uses carefully chosen words and phrases, such as ‘belonging’ and ‘be loyal’, and allows a special space during story time [...]
March 28, 2021
