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Tag Archives: picture books
Thank You Shirley Hughes – a legacy of love, kindness and the importance of the little things
This morning I awoke to the sad news that Shirley Hughes the beloved author and illustrator had died. The children’s book community online has been united in sadness at the loss of this remarkable woman who has been at the … Continue reading
Posted in Announcements and Awards
Tagged Children’s books, illustration, picture books, Shirley Hughes
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The Children’s Book Award Blog Tour – Perdu by Richard Jones
It is an honour to kick off the blog tour today for the Federation of Children’s Book Groups Children’s Book Award, the only book award voted for entirely by children. I am especially delighted that I have been asked to … Continue reading
We All Celebrate! by Chitra Soundar illustrated by Jenny Bloomfield
We All Celebrate is a joyful look at celebrations from all around the world. Crammed full of detail, every page bursting with colourful illustrations this non-fiction picture book is a true celebration of both unity and diversity and a thoughtful … Continue reading
Posted in Book Review
Tagged Celebrations, Chitra Soundar, Festivals, Nonfiction, picture books, Religion, Tiny Owl Books
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Children’s Picture Books – a life on the ocean waves
Captain Toby by Satoshi Kitamura First published in the 1980s this surreal picture book tells the story of Toby, a little boy who cannot sleep and enters a fantasy world where he is caught up in an adventure at sea. … Continue reading
Posted in Book Review
Tagged Hikari Press, illustration, picture books, Satoshi Kitamura, Scallywag Press
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Pick of the New Picture Books
September saw saw a surge in the publication of new books for children and I am still working my way through a wonderful variety of fiction and non-fiction titles. Picture books sometimes blur the boundaries between story and information or … Continue reading
Posted in Book Review
Tagged childrens_books, Early Years, Emotions, environment, Nonfiction, picture books, Satoshi Kitamura, Tiny Owl Books
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The Three Happy Lions by Louise Fatio illustrated by Roger Duvoisin
The Three Happy Lions is the third book in this classic series by husband and wife team, Louise Fatio and Roger Duvoisin. First published in 1959 and republished this year by Scallywag Press, this gentle story has a charming retro … Continue reading
Lulu’s Sleepover by Anna McQuinn illustrated by Rosalind Beardshaw
The Lulu series of books captures the world of small children and the little details that matter most to them. In this latest title Lulu experiences a rite of passage that may trouble little ones initially but in the hands … Continue reading
Posted in Book Review
Tagged Alanna Max, bedtime, Families, inclusive, New experiences, picture books, picturebooks
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The Happy Hedgerow by Elena Mannion illustrated by Erin Brown
The Happy Hedgerow is a thoughtful exploration of a part of the countryside many of us take for granted. Through lyrical text and beautiful illustrations this lovely picture book reminds us of the wildlife hiding within these bushes and the … Continue reading