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I'm Going to Make a Friend
Name: Wendy Kelly
21 May 2025;Genre: Friends and family
A nice little book that can be used to start a conversation around lots of different issues related to children's friendships. On the face of it, I'm Going to Make a Friend is a story about a little boy who moves to a new area where he doesn't know anyone and who decides to us...
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What's That Noise?
Name: Maria
16 May 2025;Genre: Funny Stories
What's That Noise? is a great book with an engaging story and fantastic illustrations. The story starts with Bob, his box, some toys and lots of noises! Bob is under his box playing noisily with his toys and is visited by several people repeating the question "What's that nois...
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One World, Many Animals
Name: Tina DERRY
16 May 2025;Genre: Animals
OUR PLANET IS AMAZING! This beautifully illustrated book is a delight, providing information and opportunities for discussion and discovery on every page. Written by award-winning travel writer, Ben Lerwill, the latest title in his One World Series focuses on the anima...
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Once I Was a Tree
Name: Amanda Shipton
15 May 2025;Genre: Environment & Nature
Once I Was a Tree is a beautifully illustrated picture book with details that add to the power of the narrative and message. The front cover has a wonderful range of textures which immediately peeked my interest. Inside its pages, humour is added to seed's journey into becomin...
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Ajay and the Red-winged Prince (Woodland Explorers Club)
Name: Amanda Shipton
12 May 2025;Genre: Environment & Nature
Ajay and the Red-Wing Prince is the latest book in the brilliant Woodland Explorers Club series by the hugely talented Ewa Jozefkowicz. This newest creation continue the theme of caring for nature and protecting the woodland environment. It wi...
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I Am Strong Just Being Me
Name: Wendy Kelly
09 May 2025;Genre: Personal Growth
This is a very big concept for such a slim book. It starts with a little girl musing about what the word 'strong' means. She thinks hard but can't come up with a satisfactory answer so she asks her Nanna. Nanna is full of good ideas and gives her lots to think about when it comes to defining a...
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It's OK to Say No: A Let's Talk picture book to help young children understand giving and getting consent
Name: Sue Wilsher
08 May 2025;Genre: Mental Health & Wellbeing
Part of the Let’s Talk… series, It's OK to Say No is a well considered, reassuring book which introduces children to the idea of consent and personal boundaries. Starting with an explanation of what 'consent' means the book then explores a whole range of <stro...
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The Bear-Shaped Hole
Name: Amanda Shipton
01 May 2025;Genre: Bereavement
If you have not read The Bear-Shaped Hole, this should be the next book you pick up. I have not read such a powerful picture book for a very long time. This beautifully illustrated, rhyming picture book, tackles the difficult topics of preparing to lose a loved...
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I am Strong Just Being Me
Name: Louise Gahan
18 April 2025;Genre: Personal Growth
I Am Strong Just Being Me is a thought-provoking picture book that redefines what it means to be strong. Through the curious voice of Bean and the gentle wisdom of their Nanna, Laura Dockrill opens a thoughtful dialogue about courage, compassion, and self-acceptance</s...
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Wonder World: Earth
Name: Sue Wilsher
15 April 2025;Genre: Environment & Nature
Offering a closer look at the 'muddy, magical, marvellous miracle' that is soil, Wonder World: Earth is a fascinating and enjoyable read. The first in a new series, it is perfect for bringing natural science alive for younger readers. <...
