This is a wonderful story. A powerful story that tackles some tricky topics set around the First World War. I adore Sally Nicholls writing. Her characters are so well written. I could see them clearly in my mind and I … Continue reading →

“They gather, divert and conceal information, steal secrets and always try to stay one step ahead of their enemies. This is their story.” Reading Rosie Raja Churchill’s Spy Reminded me of these two Brilliant and beautiful non fiction books About … Continue reading →

“Every human being on this earth deserves to be free from being ruled by an outside nation.” “It doesn’t matter where you are born or who you come from. What is important is that you do the right thing. It … Continue reading →

Anyone who knows me will know that I grew up a military child. Some of my closest friends over the years have been military children and soldiers themselves. Remembrance Day is incredibly important to me and always makes me solemn … Continue reading →

“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” Fred Rogers In December 1938 a young Englishman … Continue reading →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →