5 Star Rating | Children's Books we Love, 5+ Age Rating, 7+ Age Rating, 9+ Age Rating, A BOOKS FOR PARENTS, A CARING FOR YOURSELF, A FAMILY HARMONY, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BODIES, ILLNESS AND HEALTH, Age 5+ Star Rating, Age 7+ Star Rating, Age 9+ Star Rating, Book Review's, Cathy Fisher, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Review, FEARS, LEARNING DIFFICULTIES, Nicola Davies
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This child’s powerful and heart-warming story of her family’s flight, escaping as refugees in the night, inspires compassion and offers comprehension of things both strange and complex. | By Sarah Garland | AGES 7-11
5 Star Rating | Children's Books we Love, 5+ Age Rating, 7+ Age Rating, 9+ Age Rating, A Audio Books, A CARING FOR THE PLANET, A CARING FOR YOURSELF, A CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BIG WORLD, A OUR BODIES, ILLNESS AND HEALTH, Age 5+ Star Rating, Age 7+ Star Rating, Age 9+ Star Rating, BEDTIME, Blog Show All Posts, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Review, FREEDOM, INTERACTIVE, Learning Stories, MEDITATION, SAFETY AND PROTECTION
Fantastic for long flights, day naps and as a bedtime routine builder. This beautifully crafted 20 minute guided audio story for children, develops mindfulness and relaxation using the breath. | By Learning Stories | AGES 4-10
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Danny thinks Autism might be something like play station or perhaps a cool new toy. A friendly and informative story which encourages discovery and understanding differences. | By Rowena Monds and Charlotte Giblin | AGES 5+
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From award winning author and Children’s Laureate, Michael Morgurgo. Montezuma is a chapter book which follows the adventurous nine lives of a farmyard cat. An excellent book, but with no soft edges for very young readers. | By Michael Morpurgo | AGES 6-15+
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An extensive herblore for the home and family, with stories which will help kids remember what each herb is good for. Hours of discovery with songs, recipes and remedies for a range of childhood ailments. | By Lesley Tierra and Suzie Wilson | AGES 7+
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Abundance is a brilliant word to learn. It means there is always more than enough. A commonsense book which offers kids insights about possessions, money, sharing, comparisons, generousity and creating a happy life. | By Dr Wayne W. Dyer and Stacy Heller Budnick | AGES 7+
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Billy was afraid, Gracie was angry, Louis was so embarrassed he stopped inviting friends over. This informative book, looks at real life experiences and supports children through common difficulties. | By Sally Hewitt | AGES 6+
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Come on Kyle’s first visit to the dentist as he discovers how to look after his teeth. Cartoon pictures make this a fun and acessable story for early learners. | By Lori Mortensen and Jeffrey Thompson | AGES 5-9
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People do not die because they have been bad and death is not a monster that takes people away. Children express their experiences and are constructively supported through their grief and fears.| By Bruce Sanders | AGES 6+
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Problems with food can make people uncomfortable and unhappy. An engaging book which helps parents and children talk about eating problems and find solutions.| By Nicola Edwards | AGES 7+
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An informative beginners guide to carbohydrate foods, from where they come from, to how they are used by the body. It encourages having a healthy, balanced diet and what that actually means.| By Trisha Sertori | AGES 7+
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3+ Age Rating, 5+ Age Rating, 7+ Age Rating, 9+ Age Rating, A CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION, A EARLY LEARNING, A FUNNY BOOKS, A OUR BIG WORLD, ABC, Age 3+ Star Rating, Age 5+ Star Rating, Age 7+ Star Rating, Age 9+ Star Rating, ANIMALS, Blog Show All Posts, Book Review's, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Review, CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, DRAWING & ART, Graeme Base, Graeme Base
3+ Age Rating, 5+ Age Rating, 7+ Age Rating, 9+ Age Rating, A CARING FOR YOURSELF, A FAMILY HARMONY, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BIG WORLD, Age 3+ Star Rating, Age 5+ Star Rating, Age 7+ Star Rating, Age 9+ Star Rating, BELIEFS, Blog Show All Posts, Book Review's, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Review, COMMUNITY, MULTICULTURAL, SAFETY AND PROTECTION
This magnificent book aims to empower children and communities, ensuring that every child is valued through respecting the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.| By Unicef New Zealand | AGES 3+
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What we can do to live in a more sustainable way? Leftover Food is a clear and informative book for children to investigate a variety of topics on food wastage and the global recycling of food waste. | By Sally Morgan | AGES 6+
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Everyone wants you to have fun and enjoy being a child. This book talks directly to children and is also a brilliant resource to assist parents educate younger children about keeping safe.| By Sarah Levete | AGES 6-12
7+ Age Rating, 9+ Age Rating, A FUNNY BOOKS, A OUR BIG WORLD, Blog Show All Posts, Book Review's, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Review, COMMUNITY, Mick Manning and Brita Granström, Mick Manning and Brita Granström, MUSIC & SINGING, SHARING IDEAS
The Beatles live on in this exciting new book told in colourful fun cartoon frames for children.This factually correct and funny book will enthral any true young music enthusiast.| By Mick Manning and Brita Granström | AGES 8-12
5 Star Rating | Children's Books we Love, 5+ Age Rating, 7+ Age Rating, 9+ Age Rating, A CARING FOR THE PLANET, A CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BIG WORLD, Age 5+ Star Rating, Age 7+ Star Rating, Age 9+ Star Rating, BELIEFS, Book Review's, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Review, CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, DRAWING & ART, ECOSYSTEMS & NATURAL BALANCE, FOLKLORE, Jackie Morris, Jackie Morris, MULTICULTURAL, SAFETY AND PROTECTION
Gaspingly beautiful! A myth of rebirth and transformation set in the secret folds of the Himalayan mountains. A sleeping girl hears the songs and is woven deep into the fabric of this magical adventure. | By Jackie Morris | AGES 4+
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Magical songs to win the heart of the Golden Hare are what grandfather hums to the orphaned leverets. Will the children be able to keep them safe from the watchful eyes of the hunter when the hares begin to run? | By Jackie Morris | AGES 5-9
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In the frozen wastelands all life is bound together in ways that are both magical and raw. A shape shifting child learns the power of his gift in this powerful story which reflects an old Inuit folk tale.| By Jackie Morris | AGES 6+
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