“Each star you see on Christmas Eve is a wish that’s come true for those who believe.” My Christmas Wish For You is a wonderful little book filled with all the fun of the festive season. It is filled with … Continue reading
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Book Review: The House By The Lake
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
Book Review: Snow on Martinmas
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
Book Review: Owen and the Soldier
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
Book Review: When The War Came Home
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
Book Review: All Through The Night
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
8 Brilliant Advent Books
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
Book Review: Grandpa Christmas
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
Book Review: I Saw A Beautiful Woodpecker
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
Book Review: Mouse and Mole Lo and Behold!
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