Shirley Hughes. A book for every occasion. This one is perfect for this week as we mark Armistice Day and begin to think about Anti Bullying Week next week. The Lion and The Unicorn is a beautiful book about a … Continue reading
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Diversifying Our Remembrance Reads
One of the things I am passionate about as a parent, a home educator and a reader is diversifying my bookshelves. Ensuring the books on my shelves reflect the diverse world that we live in. It is very much a … Continue reading
You Don’t Know What War Is
Sometimes the hardest thing about reading non fiction Is knowing that every word that you read is true Knowing that every event that unfolds Actually happened to someone for real It is harder still when the words you read Are … Continue reading
When The Storks Came Home
What I love about non fiction Is that it comes in so many Different styles I adore illustrated non fiction With beautiful artwork I love information written as poetry And I adore narrative nonfiction I find that my three daughters … Continue reading
An Invitation to the Ballet Theatre
There is nothing more magical for me Than a night at the theatre As a child, teenager and young adult I loved nothing more than being part of a show Performing in a show Directing a show I love to … Continue reading
Swan
The world is big Anna is small The snow is everywhere And all around But one night … Wow! Esther and I read this beautiful book together last night. Swan is the life story of Anna Pavlova, the famous prima … Continue reading
How To Be A Real Ballerina
My children have all been dancers at one time through their childhood For five years we danced with The Charlotte Hudson School of Dance Which we loved because of the principal Charlotte She ran a school open to all Boys, … Continue reading
Welcome To Ballet School
Do you have a little one who dreams of being a dancer? This beautiful narrative non fiction book would be a perfect gift for them. Welcome to Ballet School is such a wonderful book. Ashley Bouder is a principal ballerina … Continue reading
Wild Animals Of The World
This is a stunning book filled with the instantly recognisable artwork of Dieter Braun We already owned Wild Animals Of The North and Wild Animals of The South This new book is actually a combination of the two previous books … Continue reading
The Humans
William is my history boy. He especially enjoys learning about ancient civilisations. This book, The Humans, from Lttle Tiger Books is amazing!! The large picture book format showcases the greatest achievements of ancient civilisations, peoples and iconic figures from history. … Continue reading