Lento the sloth is stoked to have his own book, and just wants to tell us his story. But that’s not as easy as it sounds when the fox is around.
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Book Review – Your Hand in My Hand
“The world’s full of wonders, there’s so much to see. I’ll find them with you if you find them with me.”
Mark Spencer
I adored this book – from the gorgeous illustrations to the lovely lyrical rhyming text – a beautiful winter book that is perfect for bedtime.
Book Review – The Dark
“Lazlo was afraid of the dark.”
Lemony Snicket
This is one of my new all time favourite picture books. I know that’s a big call, but I’m going to stand by it.
Book Review – Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt
“Up in the garden, I stand and plan – my hands full of seeds and my head full of dreams.”
Kate Messner
All kids loving getting outside and spending time in the garden and the dirt. This books sums up that wonderful feeling and is super informative too.The stunning illustrations and lovely lyrical script make it a beautiful read for kids age 4 and up.
Book Review – Why Kangaroos Have Pockets – How Animals Care For Their Young
Non-fiction books aren’t exactly my go to when visiting a bookstore or library – but this is an example of one done just right. It had great illustrations, plenty of information and even some humour, making it a solid must have for family book shelves.
Five reasons why reading to children is SUPER important!
We all know that reading to children is important and that we should do it. But do you ever wonder why it’s so important? Other than the fact that it will improve literacy?
See below to see some reasons and get motivated to start reading!
Read More »Book Review – Roo The Roaring Dinosaur, Best Playday Ever!
There can never enough stories about friendships in children’s books – and this one is adorable. Especially as the friendship is between a little dinosaur and a polar bear.
Roo is a happy little dinosaur who is content just chilling on his little dinosaur island when Erik the polar bear rocks up on his ice berg. The two become fast friends and go on an adventure together.
Read More »Book Review – You’re Called What?!
Children’s books that feature animals are not exactly rare, but one that features animals that you’ve never heard of that have almost impossible names? That’s something your kids will love to read.
Book Review – Melrose and Croc – A Hero’s Birthday
This was my first time reading a Melrose and Croc adventure and I have to say, I was impressed. These two characters are adorable! This is the sixth book about Melrose and Croc, and this one definitely made me keen to pick up the other ones – and anything else by Emma Chichester Clark.
How to write GREAT children’s characters
What do Pig the Pug, Harry Potter, Winnie the Pooh and Alice from Wonderland all have in common?
They are awesome children’s book characters that are loved and recognised all around the world!
But what makes them so awesome? And how can we create our own amazing characters? Read on to see five things you MUST always consider when writing children’s characters.
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