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MISS HAZELTINE’S HOME FOR SHY AND FEARFUL CATS

– Book by Alicia Potter and Birgitta Sif-

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Miss-Hazeltines-Home-For-Shy-Fearful-Cats-Childrens-book

  Miss Hazeltine’s Home For Shy And Fearful Cats Author: Alicia Potter Illustrator: Birgitta Sif Hopeless, worthless, afraid of everything! Where could a fearful cat go? People left them and strays found their own way, to a place in the woods where all were welcome… and not just welcome, but appreciated. Miss Hazeltine knew that with kindness and encouragement even the most timid creature could have a chance to shine. She gave lessons on climbing, bird basics and every day […]

Filed Under: 5+ Age Group, 5+ Children's Books (5) Star Rating, 7+ Age Group, 7+ Children’s Best Books (5) Star Rating, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A FEELING SAFE, A FUNNY BOOKS, A OUR BIG WORLD, Alicia Potter, ANXIETY AND SHYNESS, BEING DIFFERENT AND SELF-ESTEEM, Birgitta Sif, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, FEARS, FRIENDSHIP, Uncategorized

THE BAREFOOT BOOK OF EARTH TALES

– Book by Dawn Casey and Anne Wilson –

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Global eco stories for children

  The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales Retold: Dawn Casey Illustrator: Anne Wilson BUY – Earth Tales From across the world these seven beautiful folktales share with children, the timeless magic of a good deed and the importance of living in harmony with nature. Everything is interconnected and our thoughts and actions really do make a difference. This book is a celebration of life, combining ancient wisdom with modern environmentalism. It encourages independence of spirit and a sharing of the […]

Filed Under: 3+ Age Group, 3+ Children's Books (5) Star Rating, 5+ Age Group, 5+ Children's Books (5) Star Rating, 7+ Age Group, 7+ Children’s Best Books (5) Star Rating, A CARING FOR THE PLANET, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A OUR BIG WORLD, Anne Wilson, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, COMMUNITY, CONSERVATION, CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, Dawn Casey, ECOSYSTEMS & NATURAL BALANCE, FOLKLORE, FRIENDSHIP, KINDNESS AND RESPECT, MULTICULTURAL, SUSTAINABILITY, Uncategorized

THE GREAT KAPOK TREE

– Book by Lynne Cherry –

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The Great Kapok Tree. Children's story by Lynne Cherry

  The Great Kapok Tree Author and Illustrator: Lynne Cherry Some things are so precious that they can never be replaced. The Great Kapok Tree is a story of such importance, that sharing it with your children may help to change the future of their world. This stunningly illustrated book reminds us that it is essential to preserve the wild places and their ecosystems. In the lush steamy rainforest a man comes to cut down the great Kapok tree. The […]

Filed Under: 3+ Age Group, 3+ Children's Books (5) Star Rating, 5+ Age Group, 5+ Children's Books (5) Star Rating, 7+ Age Group, 7+ Children’s Best Books (5) Star Rating, A CARING FOR THE PLANET, A OUR BIG WORLD, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, CONSERVATION, CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, ECOSYSTEMS & NATURAL BALANCE, Lynne Cherry, Lynne Cherry, Uncategorized

THE LORAX

– Book by Dr Seuss –

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The Lorax - Kids book by Dr Seuss

  The Lorax Author and Illustrator: Dr Seuss This famous story of environmental destruction for the purpose of economic gain, brings into the spotlight one of the most serious issues of our age. Written and illustrated in Dr Seuss’ fantastical style, The Lorax offers the inspiring message, to make a difference if you care. Have you heard the story of the lifted Lorax? He lifted himself away as there was no one else to speak up for. Why was he […]

Filed Under: 7+ Age Group, 7+ Children’s Best Books (5) Star Rating, 9+ Age Group, 9+ Children's Best Books (5) Star Rating, A CARING FOR THE PLANET, A CARING FOR YOURSELF, A OUR BIG WORLD, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, CONSERVATION, CONSUMER AWARENESS, CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, Dr Seuss, Dr Seuss, ECOSYSTEMS & NATURAL BALANCE

TALE OF A GREAT WHITE FISH

– Book by Maggie de Vries and Renne Benoit –

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TALE OF A GREAT WHITE FISH - Children's book by Maggie de Vries and Renne Benoit

  Tale of a Great White Fish Author: Maggie de Vries Illustrator: Renne Benoit A unique and astonishing story which follows the life of a monster fish, which when finally tagged by scientists in 2005, was over 177 years old! This amazing Sturgeon fish was 6.1 meters long and 770kg in weight. That’s heavier than 3 fully grown male lions! Not surprisingly these great fish are survivors from before the era of the dinosaur! However as time goes by they […]

Filed Under: 5+ Age Group, 7+ Age Group, 9+ Age Group, A CARING FOR THE PLANET, A OUR BIG WORLD, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, CONSERVATION, CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, ECOSYSTEMS & NATURAL BALANCE, Maggie de Vries, Renne Benoit

THE THREE QUESTIONS

– Book by Jon J Muth –

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The Three Questions Childrens Book Jon Muth Tolstoy

  The Three Questions Author and Illustrator: Jon J Muth A thoughtful story about making choices and where they lead. The Three Questions encourages living in the moment and acting with compassion. When is the best time to do things? Who is the most important one? What is the right thing to do? The answers change to match the situation like a puzzle. When Nikolai asks his friends, Sonja the crane, Gogol the monkey and Pushkin the dog, they all […]

Filed Under: 5 Star Rating | Best Childrens Books, 5+ Age Group, 5+ Children's Books (5) Star Rating, 7+ Age Group, 7+ Children’s Best Books (5) Star Rating, A CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A OUR BIG WORLD, BELIEFS, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, Jon J Muth, Jon J Muth, KINDNESS AND RESPECT, MULTICULTURAL, PROBLEM SOLVING

BIG CITY BEES

– Book by Maggie de Vries and Renne Benoit –

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Big City Bees Book Kids Canada

  Big City Bees Author: Maggie de Vries Illustrator: Renne Benoit In a world where the plight of the honey bee is now being taken seriously, this lovely book gives children an insight into the important role bees play. In a big city, two children are fortunate to have the guidance of their Grandpa, a man who knows the seasons, the ways of gardening and the special place of the little bee. We follow the children and their garden through […]

Filed Under: 5+ Age Group, 7+ Age Group, A CARING FOR THE PLANET, A OUR BIG WORLD, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, CONSERVATION, CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, ECOSYSTEMS & NATURAL BALANCE, Maggie de Vries, Renne Benoit, SUSTAINABILITY

VIRGINIA WOLF

– Book by Kyo Maclear and Isabelle Arsenault –

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Virginia wolf childrens book woolf

  Virginia Wolf Author: Kyo Maclear Illustrator: Isabelle Arsenault A story which broaches the complicated subject of the depression of a family member. Kindness, perseverance and creativity prevail. This book suggests kind ways of interacting with people who are having difficulties or have a mood related illness. Virginia and Vanessa are sisters. Vanessa paints and draws making life bright, expansive and cheery. Virginia is cantankerous and unhappy. She withdraws from the world and frightens people away with her ‘wolfish’ behaviour. […]

Filed Under: 5+ Age Group, 7+ Age Group, A CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A FEELING SAFE, ANGER, VIOLENCE AND TANTRUMS, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, DRAWING & ART, FEARS, Isabelle Arsenault, KINDNESS AND RESPECT, Kyo Maclear, PROBLEM SOLVING

STAR CHILD

– Book by Claire Nivola –

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Star child - Book by Claire Nivola

  Star Child Author and Illustrator: Claire Nivola A spiritual journey runs beneath the consciousness of everyday life. This story celebrates the cycle of life and what it is like to be alive on earth. It gently introduces the idea of a before and after life experience. The Star Child is a tiny flame of vapour, invisible and timeless that watches the earth with its elders from far away. It wishes to visit earth and the story that unfolds is […]

Filed Under: 5+ Age Group, 7+ Age Group, A CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION, A OUR BIG WORLD, BELIEFS, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, Claire Nivola, Claire Nivola, COMMUNITY, MEDITATION

STEPHEN’S MUSIC

– Book by Author: Sofie Laguna and Anna Pignataro-

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Stephen's Music, Book By Sofie Laguna,Anna Pignataro

  Stephen’s Music Author: Sofie Laguna Illustrator: Anna Pignataro Enchanted by the music of the flute, Stephen has a fantastical vision of freedom. Transformed and inspired, he follows this heart’s desire to play the flute. Beautiful images by award winner illustrator Anna Pignatoro, engage the reader in the excitement of a child’s willingness to practice until he has mastered each instrument. Stephen starts his training with the recorder as flutes are too expensive. Each instrument is harder than the last. […]

Filed Under: 3+ Age Group, 5+ Age Group, 7+ Age Group, A CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A OUR BIG WORLD, Anna Pignataro, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, FREEDOM, MUSIC & SINGING, PERSEVERENCE AND DETERMINATION, Sofie Laguna

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