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We Were Wolves
Name: Lorraine Ansell
18 May 2021;Genre: Friends and family
A boy lives in a caravan on his own waiting for his father to return from a short stay in prison. The beasts and wild animals of the past keep him company while he forages and learns the ways of nature. Lying to his mother in the home of his old life and finding love for a dog that adopts him,...
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When the Sky Falls
Name: Catherine Purcell
18 May 2021;Genre: Historical Fiction
Can we take a moment here to look at that fabulous cover illustration for When the Sky Falls? The magnificence of the silverback gorilla, Adonis, sat on his haunches, standing sentry. In amidst fire and brimstone, flames and destruction; searchlights picking out Hitler's bombe...
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What is a Virus?
Name: Catherine Kus
17 May 2021;Genre: Non Fiction
This book is extremely topical at present as all children have questions and concerns about the Coronovirus. This book covers everything you need to know about viruses in a non- frightening and reassuring way. What is a Virus is full of simple questions which are answered by l...
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Beauty and the Bin
Name: Beverley Somerset
17 May 2021;Genre: Environment & Nature
Laurie Larksie is 12 and lives with her mum, dad and younger sister Fern. The whole family are keen environmentalists, and want to save the planet. Laurie and Fern enjoy making their own eco-friendly beauty products from the foods their parents grow at home. The family even go so far as to loo...
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We Were Wolves
Name: daisy Age 13
16 May 2021;Genre: Friends and family
I thought it was quite a tricky read so wouldn't suggest it to younger readers. But the illustrations were beautiful and helped the book flow more. I also found it really unique so would recommend to people who like different and more deep, meaningful stories.
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The Exploding Life of Scarlett Fife
Name: Natalie J. McChrystal Plimmer
16 May 2021;Genre: Funny Stories
The Exploding Life of Scarlett Fife begins a new series by the author of the Who Let the Gods Out? series. This illustrated stream-of-consciousness chapter book for older primary children is about Scarlett, who, when she loses her temper, makes things like a cake explode. She...
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If My Dad Were the Tooth Fairy
Name: Jessica Bunney
13 May 2021;Genre: Funny Stories
It only takes you to cast an eye over the front cover or read the title of this book to already be interested and invested in the story. 'If my dad were the tooth fairy' - What a thought to have! If you aren't already drawn to this book, the image of a hairy, bearded dad wearing a tutu, with w...
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Aunt Amelia's House
Name: Jemma Jeffrey
13 May 2021;Genre: Picture Books
Aunt Amelia's House, an inviting book by Rebecca Cobb, is warm and humorous. Aunt Amelia is not like any other aunties and the children are super excited to go stay with her. However, upon arrival, she hands them a list of jobs to be done. Little do the children know that adve...
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The Pet
Name: Joanna Hewish
13 May 2021;Genre: Animals
A real laugh out loud story with a fantastic message at the end! Young children will delight in this hilarious tale about a spoilt little boy and his treatment of his pets. The Pet is a vibrant, colourful picture book telling the story of a very demanding little boy, Di...
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Charlie Chooses
Name: Jessica Bunney
13 May 2021;Genre: Picture Books
Know someone indecisive? Want to instil the power of teamwork and the phrase '2 heads are better than 1'? Then this is the light-hearted, funny and reassuring book for you! It reminds me of the 'You Choose' collection by Nick Sharratt which is an absolute firm favourite with children. N...
