It’s true. You can’t deny it. Freya Blackwood‘s art is so exquisite that whether it’s for a Christmas or birthday gift, or a ‘just because I want it’ gift, every household should own a piece of her talent. And of course, coupling with superb artists of writing makes purchasing decisions all that much easier. Two […]
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JacketFlap tags: Book News, chapter book, Picture Books, Christmas, illustrations, Australia, birthday, Perfect, gift, Children's Book Council of Australia, Libby Gleeson, Freya Blackwood, New Book Releases, Little Hare Books, Hardie Grant Egmont, Amy and Louis, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Romi Sharp, Allen&Unwin, Danny Parker, Banjo and Ruby Red, Clancy and Millie and the Very Fine House, Boomerang Books Kids' Reading Guide, The Cleo Stories A Friend and A Pet, The Cleo Stories: The Necklace and The Present, Add a tag
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JacketFlap tags: picture book reviews, Jackie French, children's picture book, Traditions, Christmas ideas, Dimity Powell, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Romi Sharp, Aussie Christmas, Stocking stuffe, Bruce Whatley, Add a tag
So, you’re torn between traditional sensible titles and contemporary crazy reads to fill your under 12 year-olds’ stockings. Why not splash out on both and please everyone. Here are some more stocking stuffers to complement the rollicking fun ones Romi featured in her Christmas inspired picture book round up. Time to get your Santa on. […]
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JacketFlap tags: Book News, peace, Santa, Christmas, togetherness, Santa Claus is Coming to Town, Jane Godwin, New Book Releases, Festive season, Anna Walker, Scholastic Australia, Louis Shea, Jay Laga'aia, Yasmeen Ismail, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Laine Mitchell, Penguin Random House, Romi Sharp, What Do You Wish For?, Christmas For Greta and Gracie, Haven Gillespie, Himan Nature, J Fred Coot, Nosy Crow UK, We're Going on a Santa Hunt, Add a tag
What does Christmas mean to you? Is it the sound of excited squeals on Christmas morning? Is it the smell of freshly baked cookies? Is it the sight of twinkling fairy lights around your Christmas tree? Or perhaps that satifying feel of a bloated belly after you’ve tasted every gourmet delight! Here are a few […]
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JacketFlap tags: Carlee Yardley, Dog and the Lost Leg, David West, Felicity Gardner, The Complete Guide to a Dog's Best Friend, Book News, courage, friendship, adventure, loyalty, Walker Books, Corinne Fenton, Mates, Andrew McLean, New Book Releases, black dog books, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Hachette Australia, Romi Sharp, Bob the Railway Dog, Lothian Children's Books, Add a tag
If you’re anything like me you’ll love a good dog story, especially those feel-good ones of friendship, courage and love. Typically known as our best mates, the canine variety so often teach us about loyalty, responsibility and maintaining a zest for life, and these three picture books certainly contain these elements in their own gorgeous […]
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JacketFlap tags: halloween, friendship, teamwork, children's picture books, New Book Releases, HarperCollins Publishers, Scholastic Australia, P. Crumble, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Romi Sharp, David Cornish, Anne Mangan, Angus&Robertson, Emu's Halloween, Lucinda Gifford, The Witch's Britches, Add a tag
Rather than terrifying the boots off you, these two gentle yet energetic picture books caper around the Halloween spirit whilst addressing themes of responsibility, friendship and teamwork at the same time. A perfect opportunity to share some magic, cheeky giggles and affection with your little ones. The Witch’s Britches, P.Crumble (author), Lucinda Gifford (illus.), […]
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JacketFlap tags: nature, children's book review, children's picture books, Dandelions, New Book Releases, fathers and daughters, Dimity Powell, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Katrina McKelvey, EK Books, Romi Sharp, Kirrili Lonergan, Add a tag
One day, a little girl’s father does an inconceivably bad thing. Granted he is not even aware of the crime he has just committed, which for the girl makes it all the more unconscionable. She’s too late to thwart his mindless destruction and cannot save the dandelions he has just mown in their backyard. Thus […]
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JacketFlap tags: Book News, resilience, hope, imagination, love, Author Interviews, children's picture books, wonder, Dandelions, Andy Griffiths, Stephen Michael King, New Book Releases, affection, Newcastle Library, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Katrina McKelvey, EK Books, Romi Sharp, CBCA Newcastle Sub-Branch, Kirrili Lonergan, Newcastle Writers' Festival, Add a tag
Katrina McKelvey started life in a little country town in New South Wales, where she was fortunate to be able to soak up the charming facets of nature. Nowadays, Katrina is soaking up the well-deserved praise for her gorgeous debut picture book, ‘Dandelions’. Having had embraced the pleasures and joys through her roles as mother, […]
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JacketFlap tags: New Book Releases, Windy Hollow Books, Scholastic Australia, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Romi Sharp, Renée Treml, Conga Dance, kylie dunstan, Once I Heard a Little Wombat, Puddles are for Jumping, friendship, Random House, Action, Koala Books, Add a tag
The beauty of children’s books is that they lend themselves to so many further experiences beyond the reading of the words. These three books contain just the right mix of language and animation to have you and your little ones practicing a few moves of your own. Puddles are for Jumping, Kylie Dunstan (author, […]
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JacketFlap tags: As Big As You, Blue Whale Blues, Book News, friendship, relationships, collage, elephant, whale, optimism, problem solving, New Frontier Publishing, New Book Releases, Size, Peter Carnavas, Scholastic Press Australia, Sara Acton, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Romi Sharp, Add a tag
If you’re looking for picture books exploring friendships of massive proportions, then these two latest delights are for you. Perfect for melting any sized heart! Blue Whale Blues, Peter Carnavas (author, illus.), New Frontier Publishing, 2015. On first glance, I noticed something different about Peter Carnavas‘ most recent creation compared to his previous works. […]
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JacketFlap tags: The Bad Guys, The Good Guys Club, heroes, aaron blabey, New Book Releases, Episode 2, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Pig the Pug, Romi Sharp, Episode 1, Mr Piranha, Mr Shark, Mr Snake, Mr Wolf, villains, Scholastic Australia, Add a tag
Admittedly, I’m a picture book fanatic, but I’m also an Aaron Blabey fan so I wasn’t going to let a 137-page chapter book with colourless illustrations stop me from exploring it. In fact, it made no difference to my level of reading pleasure; ‘The BAD GUYS’ is highly interactive and witty and kind of like […]
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JacketFlap tags: margaret wild, Wendy Binks, Scholastic Press, New Book Releases, bond, affection, Working Title Press, Anna Pignataro, Scholastic Australia, P. Crumble, Karen Blair, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, How I Love You, Our Baby, Romi Sharp, Deborah Mailman, Hush Little Possum, Our Love Grows, love, child, mother, Add a tag
When our little ones begin to show a curiosity for the world around them, this may include exploring nature; its particular features, elements of growth and change, as well as discovering their own individual attributes and the differences in one another. Understanding and appreciating these fascinating aspects can be facilitated through gentle and nurturing guidance, […]
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JacketFlap tags: Book News, compassion, Freedom, nature, Environment, Seagull, Walker Books, humanity, Bob Graham, New Book Releases, Random House Australia, Working Title Press, danny snell, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Romi Sharp, How the Sun Got to Coco's House, Ollie and the Wind, Ronojoy Ghosh, Add a tag
The scent of Spring is in the air. But that’s not all that’s lifting us up. From the tiny details to the wider world, our environment has so much to offer. For different reasons, these following picture books discover beauty and how the elements of nature can capture our hearts and strengthen our human kindness. […]
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JacketFlap tags: illustrator, children's picture books, margaret wild, Ben Wood, New Book Releases, Windy Hollow Books, Karen Collum, Scholastic Australia, Omnibus Books, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, The Bush Book Club, Romi Sharp, Carol Ann Martin, Small and Big, Underneath a Cow, Add a tag
Contrasting colour palettes, use of mixed media, energetic and always adorable themes pop from the pictures in all three of these books. But there are differences, too. In my opinion, illustrator Ben Wood knows just how to adjust his tone perfectly to suit the nature of each story. The Bush Book Club, Margaret Wild […]
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JacketFlap tags: love, children's picture books, grandparents, Father's Day, ABC Books, Koala Books, Meredith Costain, New Book Releases, Scholastic Australia, Sara Acton, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Laine Mitchell, Polona Lovsin, Romi Sharp, Renée Treml, Daddy Cuddle, Kate Mayes, Daddies Are Great!, Daddy You're Awesome, Add a tag
We’ve seen some wildly adventurous and hilarious new release picture books available for Father’s Day, now it’s time to celebrate with some more tender, but just as lively, titles that will melt your heart with their precious innocence and charm. Daddy, You’re Awesome, Laine Mitchell (author), Renée Treml (illus.), Scholastic Australia, 2015. It’s the […]
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JacketFlap tags: World Dementia Month, Book News, picture book, Author Interviews, Kayleen West, elderly, Shortlist, Alzheimer's, Andrew McLean, dementia, New Book Releases, Ford Street Publishing, Working Title Press, Aaron Pocock, Wombat Books, ageing, Karen Tyrrell, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Debra Tidball, Leigh Hedstrom, When I see Grandma, Speech Pathology Australia, Ellie Royce, Lucas and Jack, Romi Sharp, Celia and Nonna, Victoria Lane, Digital Future Press, Harry Helps Grandpa Remember, Anna McNeil, Do You Remember?, Kelly O'Gara, Add a tag
Along with a staunch group of Australian literary professionals, Ellie Royce is a strong advocate for promoting encouragement for families to connect with older generations, share love and facilitate the power of memory. Her latest picture book is one in a line up, not only involved in initiatives to create awareness of ageing people and […]
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Anna Walker; master creator of picture books encompassing emotion, wisdom, sensitivity, adventure, charm and humour. And equally as gentle, creative, genuine and profound as her delightful stories and pictures is the author / illustrator herself, with which I had the utmost pleasure in meeting recently at her Mr Huff Exhibition. I am honoured that the […]
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Anna Walker; master creator of picture books encompassing emotion, wisdom, sensitivity, adventure, charm and humour. And equally as gentle, creative, genuine and profound as her delightful stories and pictures is the author / illustrator herself, with which I had the utmost pleasure in meeting recently at her Mr Huff Exhibition. I am honoured that the […]
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JacketFlap tags: Book News, friendship, Pets, dragon, lisa shanahan, Gus Gordon, Random House Children's Books, Dr Suess, New Book Releases, Scholastic Australia, P. Crumble, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Romi Sharp, Nathaniel Eckstrom, Big Pet Day, Lothian Children's Books, Me and Moo, Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year Award, What Pet Should I Get?, Add a tag
Why do animals feature so heavily in picture books? 1. They are so relatable. 2. They provide a sense of comfort and nurturing. 3. They reinforce positive emotions and behaviours such as empathy. Whether these animals are represented as their true natures or anthropomorphically, children (and adults) feel connected to these cute characters and regard […]
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JacketFlap tags: Book News, Picture Books, Scholastic, Shortlist, ABC Books, Sean Ferrell, Book of the Year Awards, Charles Santoso, Harper Collins Publishers, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Romi Sharp, David Cornish, I Don't Like Koala, I Don't Want to Eat My Dinner, Jol and Kate Temple, Jon Foye, Mike I Don't Like, Rollo, Speech Pathology of Australia, Add a tag
In typical toddler fashion, my youngest daughter (aged two and a half) has developed the “NO! I don’t like it!”, and the “Don’t want it!” approach to almost everything offered, much to the delight of her parents (that’s me). If you’re a parent or teacher of children anywhere between two and five years old, and […]
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JacketFlap tags: review, author, interview, Book News, dreams, picture book, friendship, determination, Author Interviews, Lulu, Susanne Gervay, ambition, polar bear, New Book Releases, CYA conference, Dimity Powell, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Creative Kids Tales, Georgie Donaghey, Ann-Marie Finn, Dragon Tales Publishing, Kaylene Hobson, Romi Sharp, The Author's Shelf, Add a tag
It’s not enough to just want something and hope that it will be delivered to you on a silver platter. Unfortunately for most of us, life isn’t that simple. What we try to teach our kids is that you absolutely can achieve your aspirations, your goals, your dreams, but it takes work, persistence and determination. […]
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At first glance, life on the icy floes may seem appealing. (Unless you reside in SE Queensland as I do with no real concept of what cold is until you have to live through ‘an unseasonably cold winter’ with little more than a cotton tee-shirt and a pair of bed socks). In Lulu’s world, there […]
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JacketFlap tags: Book News, poem, rhyme, song, Walker Books, Jackie Hosking, Janeen Brian, roland harvey, New Book Releases, Cheryll Johns, Scholastic Australia, Omnibus Books, Claire Richards, Colin Buchanan, Laura Wood, Marjorie Crosby-Fairall, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Tony Wilson, Ed Allen, Book Reviews - Poetry, The Croc and the Platypus, Romi Sharp, 10 Clumsy Emus, 10 Cheeky Possums, 10 Spooky Bats, Little Barry Bilby had a Fly upon his Nose, Silly Squid! Poems about the Sea, The Cow Tripped Over the Moon, Add a tag
Children connect with songs and rhymes. This innate quality allows young readers and listeners the ability to play and experiment with sounds with ease. Not only do these lyrical stories lend themselves to a range of engaging and interactive experiences, but their audience is also given opportunities to learn the mechanics of language, sequences and […]
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JacketFlap tags: Book News, love, nature, Environment, loss, Children's Book Council of Australia, Shine, New Book Releases, Allen & Unwin, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Rivertime, Trace Balla, Romi Sharp, Picture Book of the Year Awards, Readings Children's Book Prize, Rock-hopping, Add a tag
Up-and-comer author illustrator, Trace Balla, has quickly hit the scene with the recent success of ‘Rivertime‘, being both shortlisted in the 2015 Children’s Book Council of Australia Picture Book of the Year Awards, and winning this year’s Readings Children’s Book Prize. Her work stems from a background in art therapy, animations and community involvement, with […]
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JacketFlap tags: Book News, Fox, Walker Books, Children's Book Council of Australia, margaret wild, New Book Releases, Judith Rossell, Little Hare Books, Harry and Hopper, Book Reviews - Childrens and Young Adult, Ritva Voutila, The Treasure Box, The Stone Lion, Romi Sharp, Bogtrotter, Davy and the Duckling, Lucy Goosey, Picture Book of the Year Awards, The Very Best of Friends, Add a tag
Margaret Wild is a much-loved, award-winning author with over 70 titles to her name, having great success with acclaimed books including Fox, The Very Best of Friends, Harry and Hopper, Lucy Goosey, Davy and the Duckling, and The Treasure Box. Her books extend to a wide range of themes, and are characteristically known for their […]
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A year ago, I made a rare flight to Rockhampton. It was a mid-week, evening departure on one of those regional planes no bigger than a Lego model. What struck me most about the flight however as I waited in the boarding lounge, was the sheer number of men and women arriving into Brisbane that […]
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