Stuck Inside is a book we can all relate to at the moment A cold spring Unpredictable weather A long 15 months of lockdowns and restrictions It feels like there has been a lot of being stuck A lot of … Continue reading →

My children saw this book on the sofa And immediately recognised the painting of the water “Mummy, this book is by the same person who drew Hom!” It was always going to be a hit here We are a family … Continue reading →

When an author you have admired for years Collaborates with an illustrator who has recently stolen your heart You know without doubt that you are going to love their story You know without doubt that you are going to love … Continue reading →

This week is Deaf Awareness Week in the UK and I wanted to share a very special book with you Can Bears Ski? has been written and illustrated by hearing aid users This is a rare double own voices picture … Continue reading →

Every Monday Over on Instagram I take part in a hashtag called #bookmatchmonday The brainchild of Mr Payne Reads I thought that I would collate the books I have been matching on here The idea is that you pair up … Continue reading →

Do you have special memories of a special garden? Perhaps the garden of your grandparents Or a neighbour Or a friend Perhaps the garden of your childhood home Gardens are special spaces Where memories are made Where memories of special … Continue reading →

Every Monday on Instagram I join in with a hashtag #BookMatchMonday Today I paired two books that share the theme of education for all And clearly illustrate the power of one small person making a big difference One Girl by … Continue reading →

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A gorgeous poem written by Michael Morpurgo Beautifully illustrated by Emily Gravett A song for us all to sing A Song Of Gladness View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jennie Bookish Play & Learning (@edspire) We were … Continue reading →

Today at Edspire HQ we have been celebrating The Queen’s Birthday Today Her Majesty turns 95 She will be marking the day quietly at home with family While mourning her husband who so recently died Today we designed dresses, hats … Continue reading →