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Tag Archives: childrens_books
Reading Matters – children’s book news
Hello and welcome to this week’s catch up with all the latest children’s book news. April 22nd marked Earth Day and it has prompted sharing of books and articles related to our environment so there are a few links reflecting … Continue reading
Melt by Ele Fountain
“The bonds which connect people and nature are beginning to fray. Something precious is coming apart.” Melt Page 13 More by good luck than good judgement I found myself reading Melt in the days approaching Earth Day on 22nd April … Continue reading
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Tagged adventure, Artic, childrens_books, Earth Day, Ele Fountain, environment, Polar, Pushkin Press, review
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New Books for Children – Pick of the Picture Books
Over recent weeks I have read and enjoyed some simply beautiful picture books for children that feature themes of friendship, collaboration, kindness, joy, nurture and nature, protection of our environment and family love and relationships. These are just some of … Continue reading
Posted in Book Review
Tagged childrens_books, empathy, environment, Friendship, kindness, nature, picturebooks, plastic pollution
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Reading Matters – children’s book news
Hello and welcome to the first Reading Matters round up of the Summer Term. I hope everyone had a happy Easter and a restful break if possible. As I am writing this the gradual reopening of places is lifting my … Continue reading
The Incredible Record Smashers by Jenny Pearson illustrated by Erica Salcedo
Which books do children read? The answer to this question varies according to which source of information you consult. A more pertinent question might be, which books do children choose to read? I always find it fascinating to compare the lists … Continue reading
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Tagged adventure, childrens_books, depression, Friendship, humour, Jenny Pearson, Mental Health, middle grade, Usborne Books
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Reading Matters – children’s book news
Hello and welcome to this week’s round up of the latest news from the world of children’s books. The number of fantastic books being published at present is a cause for celebration and I try to include some of them … Continue reading
Reading Matters – children’s book news
Hello and welcome to this week’s catch up with what has been happening in the world of children’s books. The highlight for many I’m sure has been the announcement of the Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Award shortlists and full details … Continue reading
