Do you ever wonder what stories your house could tell? What sights they have seen? What history they have witnessed? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jennie Bookish Play & Learning (@edspire) The House By The Lake … Continue reading
Did you know that 11th November is Martinmas? The feast day of St Martin, Martin of Tours. This is a lovely book that tells the story of Saint Martin of Tours and explains how Martinmas is celebrated. When I was … Continue reading
Owen has not seen his Dad for two years. His mum has not been right ever since. Most days she stays in bed or on the sofa. Owen cares for her and their home. Owen is a small boy with … Continue reading
I have always loved historical fiction I have always had a special place in my heart for war stories I have always loved first person narratives I knew from the moment I first saw the proof cover For Lesley Parr’s … Continue reading
This month is Non Fiction November And the theme this year is Heroes All Through The Night Written by Polly Faber and illustrated by Harriet Hobday Shines a light on those heroes that work through the night To make our … Continue reading
We are getting super excited for Christmas over here at HQ and we are counting down to the festive season with a glorious selection box of Christmas themed bookish treats. Today I am sharing with you 8 brilliant books for … Continue reading
Today’s festive treat is an absolute tear jerker. It brings together Christmas and the aims of COP26. It combines love for our planet with love for our family and with honouring our loved ones who are gone. I cannot read … Continue reading
I Saw A Beautiful Woodpecker View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jennie Bookish Play & Learning (@edspire) Sometimes seeing the world through the eyes of a child Makes us understand how suddenly life can change Makes us … Continue reading
Do you know what I love more than Christmas? Advent. I love the anticipation, the preparation, the excitement I love the food, the decorations, buying presents, sending cards I love the festive season just as much as Mouse and Mole … Continue reading
So remember this Christmas That what might seem small And means nothing to you To another means all We have started our annual toy and book reduction. Every year before Christmas I try to donate things we have grown out … Continue reading