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
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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
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
Book Review: The Christmas Crumb
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
Book Review: The Christmas Pine
This year we have started our festive reading early As we are counting down to Christmas with books There are so many wonderful Christmas stories New and magical, old and treasured We wanted to share them all with you Today’s … Continue reading
Book Review: How Beautiful
This is a truly beautiful book. How Beautiful Written by Antonella Capetti Illustrated by Melissa Castrillon And published by Greystone Books A beautiful book about beauty and what it means to find something beautiful. What is beautiful? This is the … Continue reading