This week my children's book reviews include an fun introduction to Ancient Rome, a friendly dragon who wants to find a new home, some toy rabbits who come to life when no one is looking and a teenage girl who is finding her way in the world on her own terms.
Also in the Weekend section of The South Wales Evening Post.
Enjoy
BOOK OF THE WEEK
MEET THE ANCIENT ROMANS
BY JAMES DAVIES
CHILDREN 7+
This vibrant, playful
introduction to Ancient Rome is a cool way to encourage children to
explore ancient civilisations and develop an interest in history. It
covers the role of emperors and gladiators to their invention of
concrete and the calendar. The food was a little less appetising
however, cow brains or dormouse in honey anyone? The small format is
highly visual and packed with cartoon-style illustrations. This
entertaining series also includes Meet The Ancient Egyptians.
ISBN 9781787410527 HB Big
Picture Press £9.99
LOOK OUT, IT'S A
DRAGON! BY JONNY LAMBERT
PICTURE BOOK 3+
A gentle and kind dragon
Saffi, does not enjoy crushing castles and capturing princesses. When
she finds a new and tranquil home how can she persuade her neighbours
she's not a threat but a friend? The gorgeous illustrations of the
sea blue dragon alongside the adorable array of creatures will charm
and delight. This heart-warming tale of bravery, overcoming
prejudices and finding new friends is crafted with the lightest of
touches. Beautiful.
ISBN 9781848698215 HB
Little Tiger Press £11.99
MEET THE TWITCHES BY
HAYLEY SCOTT & PIPPA CURNICK
CHILDREN 7+
Meet the Twitches, four
toy rabbits who live inside a tiny Teacup House and come alive when
no one is looking! When their young owner Stevie loses Daddy rabbit
they need to find him and quickly. An engaging magical story which
shows a modern family dynamic that children will relate to. This is
suitable for early readers with large text and adorable full-colour
illustrations throughout. The perfect alternative to chocolate for a
Happy, Hoppy Easter!
ISBN 9781474928120 PB
Usborne £5.99
PIECING ME TOGETHER BY
RENEE WATSON
YOUNG ADULT 12+
Jade is a school girl
trying to find her way in the world. A truly empowering story about
the importance of learning to stand up for yourself, speaking your
truth and learning to get back up when you're knocked down. You feel
Jade's passion, her rage, her sadness and her joy as the world throws
it's life lessons at her. A message of hope and understanding for
anyone who feels like their on the outside looking in.
ISBN 9781408897331 PB
Bloomsbury £7.99
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