I have given each of my recommendations for children an age suggestion. These are of course approximate. Please also have a look at younger or older categories.
April and her mother have to move to temporary accommodation. Their story seeks to help all children dealing with a big life change.
Review date: 06.07.23
Age recommendation: 4+
A beautiful, funny and clever book of two stories, a hedgehog in one then flip the book over to find out about tortoise in the other.
Review date: 23.12.21
Age recommendation: 3+
Beautifully illustrated, amusing story about a pigeon who needs to stand up for herself.
Review date: 01.08.22
Age recommendation: 3+
A silly modern take on the story of Rapunzel with a more positive message about girls and libraries!
Review date: 30.06.15
Age recommendation: 3+
A beautiful lift-the-flap picture book celebrating traditional town shops with a contemporary look.
Review date: 17.09.12
Age recommendation: 4
A delightful story about a guinea pig with wonderful collage illustrations sharing messages about the environment and cultivation, suitable for children aged three upwards
Review date: 09.02.24
Age recommendation: 3+
A delightful and moving story of hope and celebration, written by the former children's laureate Michael Morpurgo with stunning illustrations by the award-winning Emily Gravett.
Review date: 23.12.21
Age recommendation: 3+
It's been a bad day for the Bear family. Warm, cosy pictures are supported by a fun, rhythmic story which has a message for all to enjoy.
Review date: 27.12.20
Age recommendation: 3+
Inspired by the life of paleontologist Mary Anning, this is the story of fossil hunting told in rhyme.
Review date: 19.06.24
Age recommendation: 3+
Thomas wants to escape his annoying family and wishes he could be king so that he can do exactly what he wants.
Review date: 07.05.23
Age recommendation: 3+
Bold illustrations and a simple, cheery story about listening and enjoying the natural world.
Review date: 25.04.23
Age recommendation: 3+
A beautiful, gentle and reassuring story about how one particular wolf dealt with the things worrying him.
Review date: 18.07.23
Age recommendation: 3+
A beautiful, deceptively simple but thought-provoking tale of strangers and friendship.
Review date: 24.02.23
Age recommendation: 3+
Vibrant colours and quirky illustrations in this tale about understanding and appreciating our differences, and making friends!
Review date: 05.06.23
Age recommendation: 3+
A surprising and original story of Little Echo living alone in a cave! Subtle and poignant with unusual and distinctive illustrations. Rather lovely.
Review date: 27.07.21
Age recommendation: 3+
A gentle story, retro illustrations, packed with detail and fascinating facts about London.
Review date: 17.02.14
Age recommendation: 4+
A beautifully simple, evocative tale of a hot summer's day, from the perspective of a small dog. Fantastic illustrations. Wonderful!
Review date: 08.10.24
Age recommendation: 3+
An animal fable about learning right and wrong.
Review date: 26.03.24
Age recommendation: 4+
A touching story about magic and memories and the bond between a grandmother and her granddaughter, for readers aged three upwards.
Review date: 07.08.21
Age recommendation: 3+
A beautiful and amusing tale of rain, holes in the roof, and unlikely friendships.
Review date: 27.02.22
Age recommendation: 3+
