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The Puffin Portal by Vashti Hardy illustrated by Natalie Smillie

Posted on September 20, 2021 by alibrarylady

The Griffin Gate, Vashti Hardy’s first title for Barrington Stoke published last year was a big adventure packed into a small book so I had been looking forward to reading this sequel. The Puffin Portal has all the appeal of … Continue reading →

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Know My Place by Eve Ainsworth

Posted on July 26, 2021 by alibrarylady

Know My Place by Eve Ainsworth is a sensitive story about a teenager searching for home and family that explores complex issues surrounding foster care with kindness and understanding. An empathetic read for teens, it would also be useful for … Continue reading →

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The Small Things by Lisa Thompson illustrated by Hannah Coulson

Posted on June 3, 2021 by alibrarylady

The Small Things by Lisa Thompson is a story that displays this author’s understanding of children and their worries and at the same time encourages them to accept themselves for who are they are rather than who they think others … Continue reading →

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Tragedy at Sea – The Sinking of the Titanic by David Long illustrated by Stefan Tambellini

Posted on April 12, 2021 by alibrarylady

The Titanic has been the subject of numerous books, TV and film productions over the years, many of them concentrating on the human tragedy itself. Award winning children’s non-fiction writer David Long has taken a subtly different look at this … Continue reading →

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New Children’s Books from Barrington Stoke

Posted on March 24, 2021 by alibrarylady

My admiration for Barrington Stoke as a publisher who believe that every child can be a reader grows year on year. Already in 2021, despite the issues facing the world of children’s publishing including book shops being closed for much … Continue reading →

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The Dog That Saved the World (Cup) by Phil Earle illustrated by Elisa Paganelli

Posted on March 17, 2021 by alibrarylady

Everyone has stories to tell, we are surrounded by stories of all kinds and we pass on stories over time to others. Phil Earle’s story of a girl, a dog, football and family is one that is full of love … Continue reading →

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Swan Song by Gill Lewis

Posted on February 9, 2021 by alibrarylady

Swan Song by award winning author Gill Lewis is a thoughtful and sensitively written story about teenage mental health which highlights the power of nature to restore and heal troubled minds. A lovely book with a valuable and comforting message. … Continue reading →

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Using Barrington Stoke Books in the Classroom

Posted on October 7, 2020 by alibrarylady

As a school librarian I have long been a fan of the books published by Barrington Stoke. For over twenty years they have produced stories that are inviting to children, written by top authors, of a length that is not … Continue reading →

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The Griffin Gate by Vashti Hardy illustrated by Natalie Smillie

Posted on September 30, 2020 by alibrarylady

Vashti Hardy’s first title for Barrington Stoke contains all the components required of the perfect adventure story for children. A brave if somewhat impetuous lead character, clues to solve, villains to defeat, a wise and loyal companion and a map. … Continue reading →

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Super Readable Books For Children

Posted on September 1, 2020 by alibrarylady

In her helpful guide to nurturing readers, The Book Whisperer, teacher Donalyn Miller prefers the term ‘dormant readers’ to the more widely used ‘reluctant readers’ arguing that these are children who have not yet found the right book to hook … Continue reading →

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