The Secret of the Swords, and The Poison Plot, by Frances Watts ill Gregory Rogers
Meet Thomasina, kitchen hand who would really rather be a knight-in-training.
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Goodnight Mice! by Frances Watts
Reviewed by Dale Harcombe The rhyme and rhythm of this picture book is perfect for the story of four mice who are tired but suddenly become very active , skittering and scampering around when Mum and Dad say it’s time for bed. The text and accompaniying illustrations take the reader through all the routines the … Continue reading “Goodnight Mice! by Frances Watts”
Captain Crabclaw's Crew, by Frances Watts and David Legge Reviewed by Sally Murphy
‘Shivering shellfish,’ Captain Crablcalw said proudly, as he admired his brand-new pirate ship, the Speedy Squid. ‘Now all I need is a crew and I can sail the seven seas in search of some treasure to fill these empty chests.’ Captain Crabclaw can’t wait to set sail in his new ship, but when he advertises … Continue reading “Captain Crabclaw's Crew, by Frances Watts and David Legge Reviewed by Sally Murphy”
The Middle Sheep, by Frances Watts
‘I don’t care who started it, or whose fault it is,’ Valiant Vera said, holding up a hand as Ernie and Maud began to talk at once. ‘Until you two can work together, I don’t want to see either of you here. Now, go home and don’t come back until this problem is sorted out!’ … Continue reading “The Middle Sheep, by Frances Watts”
Extraordinary Ernie & Marvellous Maud, by Frances Watts
Ernie Eggers was late for school. And it was all the fault of The Daring Dynamo. Ernie was a big fan of The Daring Dynamo, who was everything a superhero should be – and everything that Ernie wasn’t. The Dynamo was daring, obviously. And dashing. He was brave and strong. He never tripped over his … Continue reading “Extraordinary Ernie & Marvellous Maud, by Frances Watts”
This Dog Bruce, by Frances Watts and Bridget Strevens-Marzo
One brown rabbit was sitting on a hill, sitting very still and enjoying the sun, when… This dog Bruce comes sniffing along, wagging his tail and looking for FUN! With a hippity-hop, the rabbit was gone. Bruce is a delightfully bouncy pup who just wants his friends to play with him. Unfortunately, his friends don’t … Continue reading “This Dog Bruce, by Frances Watts and Bridget Strevens-Marzo”
Laugh Your Head Off Again
I’m in the supermarket trying to remember what groceries mum wanted me to pick up, but I can’t think. I can’t breathe. I can’t do anything. i’m busting. And I don’t mean busting. I mean BUSTING! Andy Griffiths’ hilarious tale of mishap after mishap when a boy finds himself busting for the toilet in the … Continue reading “Laugh Your Head Off Again”
Even More Awards News
Recently I posted a big list of recent awards and shortlists. No sooner had I done this than there were several more announcements. It may be hard to keep up, but it is really exciting seeing books (and their creators) in the spotlight. So, hoping I don’t miss any, here’s a summary of recent announcements … Continue reading “Even More Awards News”
366 Books: The Outcome
It’s the last day of 2012 which means the last day of the wonderful National Year of Reading. It also means that it’s the last day of my year-long challenge. Back on January1 I set myself a challenge: to see if it was possible to read 366 books in 366 Days – ie a book … Continue reading “366 Books: The Outcome”
366 Books – March Update
In spite of my busy busy month I am still enjoying the challenge and not regretting setting it for myself. I think without the challenge I would have read even fewer books in March.