“Looking back on his time in Myanmar Williams reflected that: ‘I have found my happiness not in considering myself a Homo sapien set apart from the rest of creation, but in seeing that I fit with the rest of nature, … Continue reading
The Northern Lights, Aurora Borealis, have been inspiring storytellers for centuries A mysterious natural phenomenon Unpredictable and usually appearing only on very cold nights These enchanting illuminations have, through the ages Aroused feelings that they have magical powers beyond human … Continue reading
So here it is, the book that wins Halloween in our house this year From the incredibly talented Oliver Jeffers this is … There’s a Ghost in this House View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jennie Bookish … Continue reading
This year I am trying to spend less money over the festive period And my first budget change is with advent calendars In the past the children have had toy filled calendars And with four children that can be a … Continue reading
“I’d like to dedicate this book to all the children who like to climb trees, run barefoot, splash in puddles, search for bugs, sing with the birds, taste snowflakes and count the stars. Because we all belong to nature and … Continue reading
Esther and I have been taking part in a Tandem Collective Readalong We read the book The Bewitching of Aveline Jones And shared our thoughts We also completed some challenges suggested by Tandem Esther and I read The Haunting of … Continue reading
How Many Sleeps Til Halloween? is a question I am getting asked a lot at the moment! We are home from holiday and the children have thrown themselves into decking the halls for the spooky season and designing their incredibly … Continue reading
Once upon a time there was a knight called Sir Bragalot who liked to brag and boast all day long … One day, the Queen sends him on a dangerous quest. But can Sir Bragalot save the kingdom, or will … Continue reading
An honour to be hosting this guest post From author / illustrator Sharon Davey To celebrate her new book Oh, Sir Bragalot Read all about her character design process And get some tips for creating illustrated characters of your own … Continue reading
The season is truly upon us. Season of the Witch! We have had a weekend filled with stories of witches, fungi hunts, spell writing and potion making. Esther and I finished The Bewitching of Aveline Jones and turned to this … Continue reading