So... Oliver Jeffers everyone. If you know him and his books, you probably love him. I know I most certainly do. Most teachers I know do. I could talk about his books forever and a day and not quite get across how much I adore his books. But anyway, his newest book 'Here We Are' … Continue reading BOOKBLOG: Oliver Jeffers
Hello there! It's Hallowe'en tomorrow! Today I thought I would share a few of the brilliant Hallowe'en-ish books I've either been sent or bought over the past few weeks! I'm featuring picture books and MG books today and would love more recommendations! First up the lovely people of Puffin sent me 'Hortense and the Shadow'. … Continue reading Spoooooooooky boooooooooks…
You Choose In Space: the most perfect Space themed book to get kids talking and expressing opinions! "Zoom off into space for an adventure where YOU CHOOSE what happens next. Which alien would you most like to be friends with? And what fantastically freaky food will you decide to munch for lunch? The possibilities are infinite … Continue reading BOOKBLOG: Sharratt/Goodhart
I received this gorgeous piece of book post from Puffin books recently and it is just brilliant. It's a beautiful book filled with 80 different poems written by Roger McGough and it will be so perfect to use in the classroom! Now, I am no poetry aficionado whatsoever so any time poetry is brought in … Continue reading BOOKBLOG: Roger McGough
A recent trend in books is 'search and find' books and 'Look for Ladybird in Plant City' is a brilliant example of these gorgeous books. Look for Ladybird tells the story of Basil and Daisy who are looking for Ladybird in Plant City. This book is a brilliant fusion of story and search and find! … Continue reading Look for Ladybird
Vlad: The World's Worst Vampire - a great quick story filled with fun and friendship! "Vlad is the youngest member of the Impaler family, the bravest vampires that ever lived. But Vlad isn't very brave at all. He's even a little bit scared of the dark! All Vlad wants is some friends and he thinks … Continue reading BOOKBLOG: Anna Wilson
"Compare town and country scenes full of clever little details in this beautiful new Turnaround Book – spot buses, trains, and skyscrapers in the town and tractors, mountains, and farm animals in the country. Open the book one way to explore the town scene and then flip the book over to delve into the country … Continue reading BOOKBLOG: Craig Shuttleworth
Book post doesn't come any more special than a MASSIVE BOX. I came home last week to a MASSIVE BOX. And I mean massive. I was most taken aback. Who's sending me such a large parcel? I did not know, I was not expecting anything! Cut to a minute later when my excitement had built … Continue reading #BigBookClub
A while back, I was sent an email by the brilliant Charlie from Stripes, asking me if I would be interested in taking part in the blog tour for #ChangeBook and I happily accepted. Today is that day. Today I bring you Catherine Johnson's brilliant blog post on her story 'Astounding Talent! Unequalled Performances!' which … Continue reading #ChangeBook blog tour
One Button Benny: everyone is a superhero! "Sometimes you find heroes in the most unexpected places" One Button Benny tells the story of Benny, who is different to all the rest of his robot friends. The robots all have buttons on them and they are very useful indeed. The rest of his friends have buttons … Continue reading BOOKBLOG: Alan Windram
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