Amanda and Her Alligator
Filled with subtle humour, endearing characters and a peculiar charm all of its own –
Filled with subtle humour, endearing characters and a peculiar charm all of its own –
A must for My Book Corner, Goodnight Moon written by Margaret Wise Brown is a classic, gentle bedtime story for the very young – perfect for establishing that bedtime routine and ideal for those who are just beginning to speak their first words. A softly rhyming story which begins in the “great green room” with a…
The front cover says it all – vibrant, mesmerising illustrations – capturing a glimpse of Australian culture.
Chris Haughton, winner of the Book Trust Best New Illustrator Award 2011, is the author and illustrator of A Bit Lost, Oh No, George! & Shh! We Have A Plan. Chris has a unique style and a wry sense of humour that kids just get. We are delighted to have Chris here at My Book Corner…
Oh No, George! by the award winning illustrator and author, Chris Haughton.
We are certainly judging this book by its cover – it looks awesome. Chris Haughton’s A Bit Lost has attracted LOTS of attention – notably being the first book to win both Bisto Children’s Book of the Year and the Ellis Dillon Award. This picture book begins with a clever half page flap, which the kids…
Maurice Sendak’s Where The Wild Things Are is classic in the true sense of the word.
“pop” the little caterpillar hatches from his egg and goes on the search for something to fill his tummy.
A Sick Day for Amos McGee is a gentle tale filled with old fashioned charm.
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Ooh, this sounds fantastic!
Great review, thanks for posting the pictures. Really makes a difference with picture book reviews. Will order for the store…
I often hope to find interviews with Margaret Wild who fascinates me and whose work I adore. Thoroughly enjoyed this…