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Home » 5 Star Rating | Best Childrens Books » 7+ Children’s Best Books (5) Star Rating

PERFECT

– Book by Nicola Davies and Cathy Fisher –

By LuLu

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  Perfect Author: Nicola Davies Illustrator: Cathy Fisher Perfect is a very special book which opens up the subject of disability for young readers. A pure and evocative story about a child’s struggle with expectations, disappointment, understanding and acceptance. It most certainly took my breath away with its powerful imagery and masterful illustrations. Children may find this story helpful, especially those who have had a similar experience, accepting or connecting with a child or sibling with a disability. Perfect for […]

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, 9+ Age Group, 9+ Children's Best Books (5) Star Rating, A BOOKS FOR PARENTS, A CARING FOR YOURSELF, A FAMILY HARMONY, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BODIES, ILLNESS AND HEALTH, Book Review, Cathy Fisher, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, FEARS, Nicola Davies, PHYSICAL DISABILITES, Uncategorized

AZZI IN BETWEEN

– Book by Sarah Garland –

By LuLu

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  Azzi In Between Author and Illustrator: Sarah Garland To leave your home, your grandma, your friends and everything you own without warning, what would that be like? This child’s powerful and heart-warming story of her family’s flight, escaping as refugees in the night, inspires compassion and offers comprehension of things both strange and complex. Azzi lives what most kids would call a normal kind of life. She goes to school, friends come over to play, her dad’s a doctor, […]

Filed Under: 5 Star Rating | Best Childrens Books, 7+ Age Group, 7+ Children’s Best Books (5) Star Rating, 9+ Age Group, 9+ Children's Best Books (5) Star Rating, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BIG WORLD, BEING DIFFERENT AND SELF-ESTEEM, Book Review, COMMUNITY, FREEDOM, MULTICULTURAL, SAFETY AND PROTECTION, Sarah Garland, Sarah Garland, Uncategorized

Bedtime Relaxation

– Audio recording by Learning Stories –

By LuLu

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  Bedtime Relaxation Audio Recording: Learning Stories BUY – Bedtime Relaxation Fantastic for long flights, day naps and as a bedtime routine builder. This beautifully crafted 20 minute guided audio story for children is a powerful tool for all parents! Perfect for helping your child to get to sleep, it also develops mindfulness, self-awareness and shows children how to use their breath to relax. Visit their website. Learning Stories Audio Open this realm of relaxation and calmness to your children. […]

Filed Under: 5+ Age Group, 5+ Children's Books (5) Star Rating, 7+ Age Group, 7+ Children’s Best Books (5) Star Rating, 9+ Age Group, 9+ Children's Best Books (5) Star Rating, A Audio Books, A CARING FOR YOURSELF, A CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BIG WORLD, A OUR BODIES, ILLNESS AND HEALTH, BEDTIME, FREEDOM, INTERACTIVE, Learning Stories, MEDITATION, SAFETY AND PROTECTION, Uncategorized

THE NINE LIVES OF MONTEZUMA

– Book by Michael Morpurgo –

By LuLu

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  The Nine Lives Of Montezuma Author: Michael Morpurgo Illustrator: Chris Chapman (this edition only) Another enthralling tale from award winning author and Children’s Laureate, Michael Morgurgo. Montezuma is a chapter book which follows the adventurous nine lives of a farmyard cat. Beginning with his timely escape as a new born kitten from a hungry barn yard owl, an event which changes the course of his life and saves him from the fate of the other kittens, Monty’s escapades and […]

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, 9+ Age Group, 9+ Children's Best Books (5) Star Rating, A CHAPTER BOOKS, A OUR BIG WORLD, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, Michael Morpurgo, Uncategorized

MISS HAZELTINE’S HOME FOR SHY AND FEARFUL CATS

– Book by Alicia Potter and Birgitta Sif-

By admin

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  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 –

By admin

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 –

By admin

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 –

By admin

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

THE THREE QUESTIONS

– Book by Jon J Muth –

By admin

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

HIP HOP DOG

– Book by Chris Raschka and Vladimir Dadunsky –

By admin

HIP HOP DOG Book cover by Raschka, Dadunsky

  Hip Hop Dog Author: Chris Raschka Illustrator: Vladimir Dadunsky An uplifting super cool tale of a neglected dog who finds his purpose through rapping and rhyming. Written by Caldecott Medallist Chris Raschka, this book is a winner! Lyrical and inspiring, Hip Hop Dog is one of those books which kids will want to read again and again. This little dog does not get a home so has to find his own way in life, which in the big city […]

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