Superheroes need to be super-fit if they're going to be able to do their job properly. That is why Library Girl and I always encourage people to do some exercise and keep healthy. This book is perfect for encouraging young children the importance of exercise in a fun and engaging way. Ogden the Ogre wakes … Continue reading ‘The Yoga Ogre’ by Peter Bently
Category: Picture Books
‘Blown Away’ by Rob Biddulph
The rather gusty weather we're having today inspired this choice. Winner of the Waterstones 2015 picture book award, this funny tale follows the adventures of Penguin Blue, his friends and a new kite. Watch out if you're off to fly your kite today! Library Girl
The Day the Crayons Came Home
Great news for fans of 'The Day the Crayons Quit' - Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers have been busy writing a sequel. Just as funny as the first in the series, this book features a rather confused Neon Red crayon and Pea Green who has rather itchy feet. They share their antics through a series … Continue reading The Day the Crayons Came Home
I Don’t Like Snakes!
Hiiiiiiiiiisssssssss!!! Look away now if you think you don't like snakes. I've noticed some Year 4 children I know getting friendly with an albino python named Apollo. They've been writing persuasive texts in response to a very clever new book by the fantastic Nicola Davies. An unusual mix of fiction and non-fiction with brilliantly detailed illustrations … Continue reading I Don’t Like Snakes!
