A is for Avocado, written and illustrated by Carolyn Suzuki, is an alphabet book of plant power. This super cute-sized book showcases twenty-six fresh fruits, vibrant vegetables and powerful plants to encourage and inspire healthy eating among its readers. It will inspire young readers and introduce new vegans to lots of new plant-based foods. Each…
Jungle Jamboree, written and illustrated by Jo Empson, is a funny tale about the true meaning of beauty and that kindness is the most beautiful thing of all. Who will be crowned the most beautiful of all at the Jungle Jamboree? Lion, Leopard, Hippo, Zebra? Each of the animals within the story is worried about…
Captain Sparklebeard, written by Timothy Knapman and illustrated by Sam Lloyd, is a pirate story — with a twist! This picture book celebrates adventure, girl power and following your dreams. The story begins with elements that relate to a modern fairytale — Peg sweeping the floor and doing the housework for her wicked step-auntie. Peg…
Kiss the Crocodile, written by Sean Taylor and illustrated by Ben Mantle, is a story which highlights fun, friendship and play.
For All the Stars Across the Sky, written by Karl Newson and illustrated by Chiaki Okada, is a beautiful, tender picture book which celebrates the love, bond and special moments between parent and child. ‘For all the stars across the sky, big and little and bright. Here’s a wish from me to you, before we…
The Dog who Saved the World, written by Ross Welford, is a novel about technology, time travel, family, dogs and friendship — and of course… saving the world. This book is about Georgie, Ramzy and Mr Mash and the adventures that they go on to save the world. It all begins when Georgie and Ramzy…
Peace and Me, created by Ali Winter and Michael El Fathi, is a non-fiction picture book collection of biographies. It features the lives of twelve amazing men and women in history who have been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize of the 20th and 21st centuries. The book explores their real-life stories and explains the reasons…
Giraffe Problems, from Jory John and Lane Smith, is a funny and uplifting story that explores a very important and memorable message about self-esteem, body positivity and acceptance. The story follows Edward the giraffe who has a problem — a long neck problem. It’s too long, too narrow, too high and simply — just too…
Superkitty, from Hannah Whitty and Paula Bowles, is their picture book about believing in your own abilities. Showing that no matter your size, you can do anything that other people can do, like becoming a superhero! The story begins with Kitty who is fed up of answering the phones at the Sensational Superhero Agency and…
Tropical Terry, written and illustrated by Jarvis, is a story about friendship, self-esteem, acceptance and learning to love who you are. Terry is a plain blue fish that lives in Coral Reef City, the home of the most dazzling shoals of tropical fish in the ocean. Terry lives with his best friends, Cilla the crab…
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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…