Author Archives: alibrarylady

Once Upon A Tune: Stories from the Orchestra by James Mayhew

Posted on December 31, 2021 by alibrarylady

2021 saw the publication of many thoughtful and inspiring picture books of different types. One book in particular defies categorisation and yet is one that deserves a place in every single primary school. Once Upon A Tune: Stories from the … Continue reading →

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2021 – A Year in Children’s Books

Posted on December 29, 2021 by alibrarylady

It is those few days between Christmas and New Year when we start to anticipate what the coming year may bring and also a time to reflect on the last twelve months. Others have written about their favourite books of … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on December 11, 2021 by alibrarylady

Hello and welcome to the last Reading Matters newsletter of the year. Despite the difficulties we have faced in 2021 there is a kindness in the children’s book and education community that makes things easier. Thank you to everyone who … Continue reading →

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Little Bear by Richard Jones

Posted on December 7, 2021 by alibrarylady

Little Bear by Richard Jones is a beautiful story of learning to love and also of learning how to say goodbye. Told with kindness and understanding this stunning picture book will both reassure and comfort children. One day a little … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on December 4, 2021 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s round up of all the latest news from the world of children’s books. It’s been another busy week with interviews, end of year books lists and still more events to get involved with. Many congratulations to … Continue reading →

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New Christmas Children’s Books

Posted on December 1, 2021 by alibrarylady

A young Santa, a brave and resourceful mouse, a family who celebrate Christmas all year round and a lonely girl who makes an unusual but special new friend and saves the Christmas post all contribute to a festive bundle of … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on November 27, 2021 by alibrarylady

Welcome to this week’s round up of what has been happening in the world of children’s books. There have been award announcements, news of forthcoming events and, inevitably, the Best of the Year lists have started to appear. I hope … Continue reading →

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Bandoola The Great Elephant Rescue by William Grill

Posted on November 24, 2021 by alibrarylady

Bandoola by William Grill is narrative non-fiction that both moves and inspires the reader. The story of one special elephant from Myanmar and his role in a wartime escape is sensitively told in this beautiful book highlighting the importance of … Continue reading →

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Posted on November 20, 2021 by alibrarylady

Hello and welcome to this week’s look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books. There is most definitely a touch of Christmas about some of the latest reviews and forthcoming events with ideas being shared about … Continue reading →

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Beetles for Breakfast…And other weird and wonderful ways to save the planet by Madeleine Finlay and Jisu Choi

Posted on November 18, 2021 by alibrarylady

Beetles for Breakfast is a visually stunning book crammed with detail and numerous weird and wonderful ideas on how to reduce the impact climate change is having on our planet. Children are encouraged to use their imagination to solve problems … Continue reading →

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