Horrible Harriet is back with another adventure that the kids will love! This time Harriet is on a mission to be good. But has the Terrible Tantrum (a three-eyed monster) who she keeps locked away in her bedroom who manages to escape and go to her school! Her teacher Mr Boggle, can’t see very well […]
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Dulcinea In The Forbidden Forest by Ole Könnecke
This is such a beautifully illustrated book and one of those classic kind of fairy tales that kids totally get engrossed in and are so eager to keep on reading and turning the page to see what happens next. Dulcinea In The Forbidden Forest is a perfect read for those early readers who need big […]
An Unexpected Hero: Pow Pow Pig by Anh Do
My 7 year old daughter was so excited to read this book because she absolutely loves the Anh Doh books she has read so far. This is such a wonderful read about four animals with the funniest names – Pow Pow Pig, Cha Cha Chicken, Kung Fu Duck and Barry the Goat. Set in the […]
It’s Owl Good: The Super Adventures of Ollie and Bea by Renee Treml
Ollie is an owl who wears glasses. And Bea is a bunny with very big feet. They don’t know it yet, but they are about to be best friends. Can they help each other to find their OTTER-LY awesome inner superhero? This is an engaging and easy read for kids starting out to read. Perfect […]
Penelope Strudel and the Birthday Treasure Trail by Brendan Kearney
This is such a fabulously interactive and engaging book for kids aged 5+. In this book, the kids are helping Penelope Strudel track down her birthday surprise but has to go through the maze that is Custard Manor to do so. There are clues and puzzles that kids need to work out to then find […]
Shine your Magic Torch: Magical Creatures and Mythical Beasts
What a fabulously interactive and educational book was this to read to my two kids aged 3 and 7 years old. They both found the topic of mythical creatures and beasts absolutely fascinating and the illustrations was so captivating that they couldn’t wait to turn the page. Each page talked about a different country/place and […]
Make Tracks: Building Site by Johnny Dyrander
Do you have a child that loves all things trucks? My 3 year old is obsessed with trucks and knowing each of the names and types of trucks. This is the perfect book for toddlers who are interacting with books more but may be a bit rough (especially the boys!) as this board book is […]
Magnificent Mabel and the Egg and Spoon Race by Ruth Quayle
This is such a fabulous book for those newly confident readers. Mia is 6 years old and absolutely enjoyed reading the adventures Mabel Chase got up to. From coming last in sports day to entering her toy dog into a dog show (and winning!) the stories and hilarious and totally relatable to this younger demographic. […]
Bear in Space by Deborah Abela
This beautifully illustrated book is a story about a bear who loves space and plans to go to space but the other bears laugh at him. He goes on the adventure alone until he meets a friend who also wants to go on this adventure with him. The story explores friendship, acceptance and not letting […]
Little Me, Big Dreams Journal by Isabel Sánchez Vegara
From the creators of the best-selling Little People, Big Dreams series – Little Me, Big Dreams Journal is a beautifully illustrated guided journal featuring quotes from the inspirational characters from the series and confidence-boosting activities. I introduced this journal to my 6 year old who has been so excited to fill it out every night. […]