Books We Love: The Magical World of Ella – A beautiful series for brave and curious children

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Published on Friday, 01 August 2025 10:10

Last Updated on 01 August 2025

Monica Costa

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At London Mums, we’re passionate about books that feed the imagination, support children’s emotional growth, and offer a little magic at the end of a long day. The Ella series, written for children aged 3 to 7, does all this and more – making it a must for every family bookshelf.

Set in the enchanting world of Storyland, these rhyming picture books follow the adventures of a little girl called Ella as she faces her fears, explores nature, meets extraordinary friends, and learns what it means to grow with courage and kindness.

Here’s a look at the full series:

1. Bedtime for Ella

“What’s that sound beneath my bed?”
In this heart-warming tale, Ella is just about to fall asleep when she discovers a surprise under her bed – a giggling monster named Giggly Furbottom. Rather than run away, Ella leans into her fear, befriends the fluffy creature, and discovers that laughter is the best way to chase away night-time worries.

Themes: Overcoming fear, friendship, emotional resilience, bravery
Why we love it: A perfect bedtime story that soothes anxious little ones and turns scary moments into magical ones.

2. Ella’s Forest of Letters

“The trees can talk – if you just listen…”
In this lyrical follow-up, Ella enters a forest where the leaves whisper letters and words, and the trees help her understand the magic of language. As she journeys through this woodland of wisdom, she begins to learn how words can heal, express love, and build connection.

Themes: Language development, literacy, mindfulness, wonder
Why we love it: It introduces the alphabet in a unique, poetic way – ideal for children just beginning to explore reading and writing.

3. Ella and the Magic of Seven!

“Seven clouds, seven colours, seven dreams to follow…”
This numerically themed adventure follows Ella as she embarks on a quest involving seven enchanted objects and seven life lessons. Each challenge teaches her something about herself – from patience and generosity to courage and trust.

Themes: Numeracy, emotional intelligence, personal growth

Why we love it: A fantastic way to introduce early numeracy while embedding beautiful life values in a way children can understand and remember.

4. Ella and the Undersea World

“Dive deep, swim free – let’s see what’s beneath the sea!”
Ella’s journey takes her to an undersea kingdom where she befriends marine creatures, explores coral castles, and learns about protecting our oceans. With vibrant, dreamy illustrations, this book sparks an early interest in marine life and environmental awareness.

Themes: Environmental care, friendship, discovery, marine biology.
Why we love it: A gentle introduction to sustainability and sea life, told through a playful and imaginative underwater tale.

Each Ella book is written in melodic language style that make reading aloud a joy – whether you’re snuggled under the duvet or curled up on the sofa after school. What sets the series apart is how it effortlessly blends storytelling with learning, inviting children to explore their world – and their feelings – through Ella’s adventures.

These books are ideal for:

• Helping children express and manage big emotions

• Developing early literacy and numeracy in creative ways

• Encouraging a love for reading, nature, and imaginative play

The illustrations are rich and full of charm, offering plenty of talking points on every page – from mystical trees and talking sea turtles to rainbow clouds and alphabet vines.

Where to find them:

All four Ella titles are available on Amazon and at selected independent bookshops. Whether you’re building a library for your little one or looking for a meaningful gift, the Ella series is a treasure.

We can’t wait to see where Ella goes next – and we suspect your little ones will feel the same.