This week my children's book reviews include a magical middle grade icy adventure, a picture book about a rock, a middle grade non fiction book of unusual jobs and a poetry book for teens.
Also in the Weekend section of The South Wales Evening Post. Enjoy!
BOOK OF THE WEEK
FROSTHEART BY JAMIE LITTLER
CHILDREN 9+
Ash lives with
The Fira at the edge of the Snow Sea in a strong hold surrounded by
terrifying monsters. When a brave rescue reveals his magical powers
Ash embarks on a quest to find out what happened to his parents and
the truth of his mysterious gift. A rip-roaring adventure with
boundless illustrations which bring the characters to life. An
exhilarating snow-bound ride that is perfect for fans of How to Train
Your Dragon and Nevermoor.
Puffin PB £7.99
A STONE SAT STILL BY BRENDAN WENZEL
PICTURE BOOK 4+
When is a stone
not just a stone? To the animals who live around the stone, it can be
a home or an entire world. The stunning illustrations and soothing
rhymes are perfect for reading aloud. It encourages children to use
their imagination, looking at the simplest objects in different ways.
It inspires fun games thinking about what everyday objects can be
used for. A gorgeous exploration of perspective, perception with an
underlying environmental message. Beautiful.
HB Chronicle Books £12.99
INCREDIBLE JOBS YOU'VE (PROBABLY)
NEVER HEARD OF BY NATALIE LABARRE
CHILDREN 9+
Discover weird and
wonderful jobs you may never have heard of in this large-format book.
Children will be fascinated by the wide variety of jobs available
such as a Sloth nanny or professional sleeper! What about becoming a
picture restorer or a submarine chef? The bold and witty
illustrations provide hours of exploration. It will ignite children's
imagination and encourage them to think outside the box for future
endeavours. This unique book opens up whole new worlds.
HB Nosy Crow £14.99
SOMEBODY GIVE THIS HEART A PEN BY
SOPHIA THAKUR
YOUNG ADULT 13+
A compelling
collection of poems by an acclaimed performance poet. Sophia explores
issues of identity, difference, perseverance, relationships, fear,
loss and joy. The collection is arranged from youth to school, to
home life, falling in love and out. And growing up. It is inspired by
the poet's mixed-race background trying to make sense of a lonely,
complicated world. A beautiful and contemporary introduction to
poetry and another way to explore our own emotions.
Walker PB £7.99
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