A Mama For Owen Author: Marion Dane Bauer Illustrator: John Butler I recently came across this gorgeous book based on the true story of little hippopotamus who was rescued by Kenja Wildlife Service after he and his family were washed down the Sabaki River by a flood and then he alone was washed back to shore by a Tsunami. Owen was less than a year old and hippo calves usually stay with their mums for four years. At a […]
TIM ALL ALONE– Book by Edward Ardizzone –
– Book by Edward Ardizzone –
Tim All Alone Author and Illustrator: Edward Ardizzone Reading: Stephen Fry Arriving home after a holiday voyage at sea, little Tim finds an extraordinary thing has happened. His parents are no longer living in their house, in fact no one is there at all. Most young readers will find this story quite gripping. It won a prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal when it was published in the 1950’s and can still effortlessly tickle the imagination of any tablet toting child. […]
FINDING MONKEY MOON– Book by Elizabeth Pulford and Kate Wilkinson-
– Book by Elizabeth Pulford and Kate Wilkinson-
Finding Monkey Moon Author: Elizabeth Pulford Illustrator: Kate Wilkinson When bedtime arrives and Michael discovers his dearest friend is nowhere to be found, he and dad set out for the park. Finding Monkey Moon on this dark night will require all Michael’s determination and love. This simple tale of a missing toy, a little boy and his dad, holds such quite beauty that it’s depth may at first go unrealised. Dad gently supports his little son, as he bravely […]
MY PARENTS DIVORCE – Book by Sally Hewitt –
– Book by Sally Hewitt –
My Parents Divorce Author: Sally Hewitt Alfie’s dad left to live with his girlfriend and Alfie was so angry he didn’t want to visit him. In this dated looking “How can I deal with…” series, we find a wealth of information which aims to support children through common difficulties. My Parents Divorce, is also a book to help parents recognise how kids might be feeling. Issues are approached primarily through the stories of real children and how they felt when […]
TALKING ABOUT DEATH AND DYING– Book by Bruce Sanders –
– Book by Bruce Sanders –
Talking About Death And Dying Author: Bruce Sanders This book talks about death and explains what happens when people die. It also looks at the feelings around death and dying. So, what does death have to do with me? First hand accounts of children’s own experiences are told with beautiful photos of the children and families expressing each short story in this book. Loved ones can live on in our memories. Different religious view points on death and dying are […]
SLIGHTLY INVISIBLE – Book by Lauren Child –
– Book by Lauren Child –
Slightly Invisible Author and Illustrator: Lauren Child This story brilliantly plays with what happens when an older child has a friend over to play and does not want the very attached younger sibling around. Charlie has a little sister called Lola. He likes her loads but she always want to know what he’s up to, wants to do what he’s doing and NEVER wants to be anywhere without him. Sometimes he just wants his own time with his friend […]
ENORMOUSE – Book by Angie Morgan –
– Book by Angie Morgan –
ENORMOUSE Author and Illustrator: Angie Morgan A heart warming story about finding your place, being accepted and the importance of friends. Enormouse is well loved by the other mice and valued for his difference…he is ENORMOUS! No one knows why, no one cares. However his world is turned upside down when he and his best friend Tinymouse find a book which suggests that he is not a mouse at all, he’s a RAT! When the other mice find out […]
MEET ME AT THE MOON – Book by Gianna Marino –
– Book by Gianna Marino –
Meet Me At The Moon Author and Illustrator: Gianna Marino This beautifully illustrated picture book tells the enchanting story of a baby elephant waiting for its mother’s return, as she goes to ask the skies for rain. Mama reassures little one that she is always there and to listen for her song on the wind and feel her love in the warmth of the sun. After the rains come they will meet again where the moon meets the land. […]
CROCODILES NEED KISSES TOO – Book by Carrie Weston and Russell Julian –
– Book by Carrie Weston and Russell Julian –
Crocodiles Need Kisses Too Author: Carrie Weston Illustrator: Russell Julian A snuggle, a kiss and a family to be with is all this baby crocodile wants, but he has hatched early and mummy is nowhere to be seen. “Snip-o-dile, snap-o-dile, very scary crocodile!” say the animals as they run away from him. Poor baby, no one else seems to know that crocodiles need kisses too! Feeling a bit lonely he reaches the riverbank hoping to find some friendly creatures. […]
HUGLESS DOUGLAS – Book by David Melling –
– Book by David Melling –
Hugless Douglas Author and Illustrator: David Melling Douglas wakes up after his winter sleep and finds that he really NEEDS a HUG! He recalls the things that make up a good hug and sets out to find a good hug. He hugs a snowball, because his best hugs are big…He hugs up and down a tree, because his best hugs are tall, he hugs a bush which reminded him of a comfy hug… but it was full of sheep that […]
