'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. Written in 1822 for his children, Clement C Moore's classic poem has become part of the magic of Christmas Eve. In this beautifully illustrated picture book, American writer and illustrator, Tomie DePaola sets the poem in the 1840s using his own home in New Hampshire as a stage for the story. DePaola's Father Christmas is a very round and jolly chap, and the verse plays out through colourful folk art with the pages bordered by designs that were inspired by traditional New ... View Full Review
Inviting readers young and old to imagine if things were different, this little rhyming book celebrates individuality and the importance of friendship and having someone special in our lives.
It's a tender, cute and funny read with charming and colourful illustrations and a gentle lesson for its readers. View Full Review
When Mikey and his fellow Mud Gang members go looking for glow-worms in Crow’s Cave, after managing to shake off the bullying Squeakers from school, they find themselves stuck, and also find themselves in the company of a goblin-like grubbling creature.
With all this happening in the space of a few pages, ESJ Tasker’s The Whimstrick is quick to draw readers into a wildly imaginative ride that keeps taking astonishing turns.
After the grubbling tasks Mikey with finding a mystery box, Mikey befriends Blink, who happens to be a whimstrick — a mystical creature that specialises ... View Full Review
Inspired by Hindu mythology, Anya's Quest is an enchanting tale of a young girl's journey to protect the planet, from the Costa-winning author of Asha and the Spirit Bird and renowned illustrator Jane Ray. A beautiful book to treasure for ever. View Full Review
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The Hunger Games is a searing novel set in a future with unsettling parallels to our present. In a dark vision of the near future, The Hunger Games is set in the ruins of a place once known as North America. The cruel Capitol keeps order in its twelve outlying districts by forcing them each to send one boy and girl to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a terrifying reality TV show broadcasting a live fight to the death. Without really meaning to, 16 year old Katniss becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she ... View Full Review
This is one of the all time favourites of any nursery and certainly a book to turn back to time and time again whether you’re a child or an adult. No words, just the most wonderful pictures telling a poignant and moving story about a boy and a snowman. It’s a book that will fire the imagination of every child because they themselves can create the words to go with the pictures. Not just a classic but THE classic of all time, in our humble opinion. A book for parents to ‘read’ aloud with ... View Full Review
The pressure is building for Greg Heffley, who discovers that when you mix heaps of family, a tiny beach house, and sweltering heat, it's a recipe for disaster. Speaking of recipes - the secret ingredients behind Gramma's famous meatballs have been closely guarded for years. Can Greg unpack all of his family's mysteries before their vacation is over? Or will he just stir the pot? View Full Review
Lull little Swifties to sleep with the ABC of Taylor Swift, part of the new Lullaby Legends series from Gemini Children's Books. Each letter of the alphabet is given a Taylor Swift connection with a rhyme and animated image, beginning with "A is for Albums, so many and bright, Taylor's Music a pure delight". Taylor Swift's awesome achievements are celebrated throughout this sturdy board book as E is for Eras, G for Guitar and N for Nashville. And this icon's inspiring and caring side is honoured too, with C for Cats (she has 3), I for Inspire (and she certainly does ... View Full Review
Nibbles the the Very Hungry Book Monster loves books, they really are his favourite snack! Nibbles is feeling hungry and sets out on a library hunt for a bookish snack, but urghh....these books just aren't tasty enough! One book is too slimy, another is too sweet, and the next one is just too smelly! Will he ever discover a book that tastes just right?
This is the fifth adventure for Emma Yarlett's adorable but very mischievous monster Nibbles. Young readers will have great fun exploring this picture book, complete with die cuts to peek through and flaps to lift. ... View Full Review
It's been thirty years since Laurence Anholt began his beloved series about great artists and the real children who knew them. Since then, these classic tales of Vincent van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, Pablo Picasso, Leonardo da Vinci, and many other geniuses of Western art have provided a springboard into a lifetime's love of art, selling millions of copies around the world.
The stories have been adapted in many forms including ballet, opera, Braille editions for blind and partially sighted children, and a full-scale stage musical in Korea.
Perhaps it is Anholt's gentle storytelling or his handcrafted illustrations. Perhaps it is ... View Full Review
A story of connection between the generations as Amy discovers her Granny Wren’s bravery during WWI. When Amy first met Granny Wren when she was little, she thought the name was because she was small and frail like the bird. But when she is 15 and goes to spend time with her, against her mother’s wishes, she discovers her Granny’s brave and adventurous history working as a WREN in WWI to deliver messages across the front lines on her trusty Douglas motorcycle. This beautifully written historical fiction will draw readers into Granny Wren’s ... View Full Review
Simon Philip takes another wry look at family life and the behaviours and feelings of young children in this hilarious picture book, Let Me Do It!
Teddy is definitely not a baby anymore, in fact he's basically a grown up and can't understand why his family fuss over him so much. He is perfectly capable of getting himself dressed and preparing his own breakfast but things quickly get out of hand when he has a go at some interior decorating and dog grooming!
A lively and entertaining story that is perfect to read aloud. The joyful illustrations from ... View Full Review
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