Illustrator Dominika Lipniewska has created a bright and engaging non-fiction book that takes the reader on a magical journey through a day in the life of a city. The distinctive graphical style of In The City makes this book stand out from other books out there. The text is simple and easy to understand, perfect…
Wow, now here’s a simply wonderful nonfiction picture book all about how a variety of plants – from dandelions to chestnut trees – spread their seeds and ensure they continue to grow and survive. Follow each one on its eventful journey. I love the detail here, and I love how it’s presented. Vast has grouped…
So who sprayed Lynx on their armpits this morning? Or who was lucky enough to drive a Jaguar to school? And I bet after a long day you no doubt read yet another picture book about a leapin’ loungin’ no good limelight hoggin’ lion. Well, guess what? Martin Brown’s had enough. Martin Brown, the illustrator…
Valentina Giannella is the author of We Are All Greta, a new book that enables young readers to understand the climate emergency, and what they can do to help. As part of the #WeAreAllGreta blog tour running this week, My Book Corner is super excited to be hosting an exclusive extract from the book’s introduction,…
Debut author Zoë Armstrong and super illustrator Shelly Laslo have made a book about spies! Yes, SPIES! It’s called Find the Spy, and My Book Corner is super honoured to reveal the cover! You will have to wait until March 2020 to get your hands on a copy, but it is available for pre-order NOW!…
Rebel Dogs! Heroic Tales of Trusty Hounds, by Kimberlie Hamilton, is an engaging book for doggy fans packed with tales of trusty hounds and canine facts – so many opportunities for ‘Did you know…?’ The tales of doggy derring-do were so engagingly written, I was hooked and read it cover to cover. The usual suspects…
A good non-fiction addition to a school library – though beware – I did turn the pages feeling like a majorly under-achieving adult!
Discover our Solar System, written by Colin Stuart, is jam packed full of out of this world facts about our awe-inspiring solar system. The illustrations by Charlie Brandon-King will definitely capture your child’s imagination. The front cover is inviting and eye-catching, and the sparkly stars are a lovely touch. This non-fiction book is aimed at…
Felicita Sala’s Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street is a beautifully illustrated collection of recipes to feed the soul as well as the tummy. In each apartment at 10 Pomegranate Street the residents are cooking. From Maria’s guacamole to Mrs Greenpea’s mini-quiches, from Mister Singh’s coconut dahl to Jeremiah’s peanut butter and choc chip cookies, there’s…
What Do They Do With All That Poo? by Jane Kurtz and Allison Black really is a non-fiction picture book with a difference. The title alone is surely enough to grab any little one’s attention! What Do They Do With All That Poo? is full of great poo facts relating to various zoo animals. Did…
Hold your nose before you dive into this educational book, because it’s jammed full of smelly poo! Animal poo, to be precise. And, if you’re a budding nature lover, “The Clue is in the Poo” has everything you need to help you spot what animals, birds – and even dinosaurs – you’re seeing when you’re…
When a competition is announced to create the first space suit for the moon landing, Ellie Foraker and her team jump at the chance to make something really special for the astronauts heading into space. As they work long into the night to create the most comfortable and hard-wearing suits, Ellie soon discovers that her…
Welcome to a glorious new nonfiction tome covering 15 absolutely true stories of incredible human beings, each of whom are extraordinary – not by luck, but by sheer tenacity and hard work. Each double page spread focuses on one person. Rashmi Sirdeshpande’s clear and engaging narrative takes us through their lifestory, whilst Annabel Tempest’s detailed…
Sebastien Braun’s LOOK AND SAY – WHAT YOU SEE AT THE SEASIDE is currently nestled in my suitcase alongside beach towels, sun cream and swimming costumes. My young children now really know their stuff about the seaside and the creatures and wildlife that live there, and are eager (read desperately overexcited!) to see and do…
What a marvellous, heart-warming and wonderfully educational book Rebel Cats – Brave Tales of Feisty Felines is! It is an eclectic collection of real-life stories of the antics of various cats and their owners across the world, spanning throughout history. Inside this colourful, non-fiction book there are lots of feline facts, but also amazing stories…
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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…