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Harry And Hiccup Play Hide And Seek by Papa Perkins

Apr28

Delightful

Harry And Hiccup Play Hide And Seek by Papa Perkins is a perfectly delightful book for the under fives.

Harry is part of the AlphaBetaBears series and this book focuses on the letter ‘H’. Each page has an object to be found that starts with the letter ‘h’, and also the story contains many words beginning with ‘h’. This is a really fun book that will help our children grasp the concept of the alphabet.

The book is beautifully illustrated by the author. The illustrations will appeal to young children.

Towards the end we are introduced to Ivan and his ice cream van who will star in the subsequent book.

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Clang And The Party by Lorna Louise Gray

Apr28

Entertaining And Amusing

Clang And The Party by Lorna Louise Gray is a perfect tale to read to young children or for early readers to access themselves.

Clang is a large dog owned by three rather eccentric women. We witness the action from his point of view. He never means to cause trouble but he’s a dog and trouble just follows him! It is highly amusing for young children as his doggy senses come into play.

One of the ladies is rather clumsy! Her clumsiness often causes mishaps. Young children will be amused as a falling over results in a flash of underwear – guaranteed to make children laugh.

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Only A Yorkshire Lass by Andrea Dridi

Apr14

An Honest Account

Only A Yorkshire Lass by Andrea Dridi is the autobiography of the author’s life. It is a compelling read.

Andrea Dridi writes with clarity and honesty. Her writing is more like reading a letter from a friend than reading through a book.

Money does not bring happiness. Andrea Dridi has had a life that has ebbed and flowed. She has known times of poverty and times of plenty. Her life has certainly thrown up challenges. She talks openly about her abortions; suicide attempts and struggles with mental health.

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Childhoods Are Forever by Tony Muddimer

Apr12

Fascinating

Childhoods Are Forever by Tony Muddimer is a fascinating account of the second World War as experienced by the author. He was born in 1933, coinciding with Hitler becoming Chancellor of Germany. The book covers the years 1936-1945. We hear about the author’s life and also key points that happened during the war.

The author was brought up in Leicestershire before moving to Tenby where his father was stationed. We hear about the fear felt on 14th November 1940 as the bombers passed over Leicestershire on their way to destroying Coventry. “He [Hitler] could destroy our buildings, but he couldn’t destroy our spirit.” This perfectly encapsulates the attitude of the British people with their indomitable bulldog spirit.

The reader hears about the coming of the Yanks – much to the delight of the children who loved the sweets, and the women who loved the stockings!

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