Monthly Archives: June 2023

Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on June 24, 2023 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books. More important award announcements took place, there are some helpful articles on the subject of reading for pleasure, plus review round ups. Lots here … Continue reading →

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Pick of the New Information Books for Children

Posted on June 22, 2023 by alibrarylady

Several new information books have been published in recent months and this is just a small selection of some of my favourites for children from about four to early secondary age. Wise About My Body written by Libby Walden Illustrated … Continue reading →

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The Boy Who Made Monsters by Jenny Pearson illustrated by Katie Kear

Posted on June 20, 2023 by alibrarylady

Jenny Pearson is an author who has developed a justified reputation for balancing laugh out loud hilarity with a thoughtful look at life and her latest book, The Boy Who Made Monsters explores the subject of childhood bereavement with tenderness … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on June 17, 2023 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books. What I’m reading… Last week I reviewed a selection of new books for babies and toddlers and this week another lovely one arrived on … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on June 10, 2023 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books. The highlight has undoubtedly been Empathy Day which took place on Thursday 8th June, trending on Twitter and with many sharing books and ideas … Continue reading →

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New Books for Babies and Toddlers

Posted on June 7, 2023 by alibrarylady

There are a bewildering array of books available for little ones with new ones constantly appearing on bookshop shelves. I have recently received three new titles that I would like to share which I hope will help those struggling to … Continue reading →

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Blog Tour: Michael the Amazing Mind-Reading Sausage Dog by Terrie Chilvers illustrated by Tim Budgen

Posted on June 5, 2023 by alibrarylady

I am delighted to kick off the blog tour celebrating the publication of Michael the Amazing Mind-Reading Sausage Dog by Terrie Chilvers illustrated by Tim Budgen. Illustrated fiction for young readers of about 7 plus is important because it is … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on June 3, 2023 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books. It’s been half term holiday for many so maybe you have missed some of the announcements, awards and research so I hope the items … Continue reading →

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Quiet Storm by Kimberly Whittam

Posted on June 1, 2023 by alibrarylady

Quiet Storm, (Usborne Books) Kimberly Whittam’s debut novel speaks to those children, of whom there are many, who are shy and quiet, those who struggle to speak up, to ask questions and to join in even when they desperately want … Continue reading →

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