IN BRIEF: It’s not often a sequel matches the original, but this book is the exception. The crayons are back, and kids aged 3-8 will find them more hilarious than ever.
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IN BRIEF: A sweet picture book for ages 2-6 that shows how, with some imagination and creativity, you can have a wonderful holiday without ever leaving home.
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IN BRIEF: A sensitive and beautifully illustrated picture book for 2-5 year olds that focuses on the special relationship between grandparent and child and touches lightly on the subject of loss.
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IN BRIEF: A simple yet powerful picture book for 2-5 year olds on the joy of caring for our environment
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IN BRIEF: An eye-poppingly gorgeous introduction for 0-3 year olds to the sights and sounds of the Australian bush.
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IN BRIEF: A powerhouse picture book about friendship for 0-3 year olds of either gender, which is big on impact and short on words.
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So, here’s a cute gift idea for young families this mother’s day. Instead of soap, or chocolates, how about a picture book that celebrates ‘mother-love’? This is why I call a ‘win-win’ gift – a child gets the benefit of adding a new book to their shelves, while the mum gets to read a story
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IN 140 CHARACTERS OR LESS: A creative picture book for 4-7 year olds (of either gender) which is sure to get them thinking about the kind of world they live in, and the one they want to live in. And all you need to make it happen? A box of pencils!
REVIEW: ‘A World Of Your Own’, by Laura Carlin Read More »
IN 140 CHARACTERS OR LESS: Royalty + toilet humour = a picture book marriage made in heaven
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Easter is my favourite holiday of the year. The season is changing. It’s a beautiful chance to spend time with family. And, there’s none of the stress of buying a billion and one presents for everyone. I am all for children getting an egg or two at Easter, but quite frankly, the amount of chocolate
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