I once read an interview with a high-flying female. I can’t quite remember who it was. But I can remember that she had about ten kids running around her at all times and still managed to look beautiful and well put-together and well, shiny. You know – one of those.
She also probably got up at about two in the morning for yoga, before sitting at her computer before the school-run rush…
There are so many picture books out there, like never before actually. One in particular caught my eye this week and is by first time author and London Dad Richard Peters. It’s called Mr Rainbow. I have asked Richard to tell me about how his book came about and this is what he . It’s such a cute story and I simply have to share it.
‘I live in North London with my family – super…
Do babies love? It’s a question that a lot of parents may be asking in those first few (very tough but very rewarding) months and even years. Those all-nighters with screaming bubs can certainly have parents wondering! But never fear, to celebrate Valentine’s day BookTrust has done some digging to answer the question once and for all – and it’s a definite YES! But how can you tell? And…
Jungle Jamboree by Jo Empson has been selected as picture book of the week by London Mums. It’s a stunning book for young readers (2+) that brings the jungle to life in vibrant colour with an important message about loving yourself just as you are. Last Summer I met the lovely author Jo Empson last at the year party and we immediately connected.
The story
It’s the Jungle Jamboree but who…
Hello Lighthouse by Sophie Blackall is a new picture book that can transport young readers to the seaside through the eyes of a lighthouse keeper and his family. Hello Lighthouse is published on 7th February 2019 by Orchard Books.
When I was reading this wonderful story to pre-school children of the London Mums’ kids’ club I started pretending to live the story along with the…
I get to read and review many books every year and not all are memorable. One that I will remember this year is My Child’s Different by Elaine Halligan which is a MUST HAVE for every parent in the world. I absolutely loved reading Sam’s journey which at times moved me to tears.
I also want to share a lovely story on how I met Elaine, Sam’s mother. It was a Winter night around 8 years…
I will remember 2018 as the year that brought out some of my favourite children’s books ever. It’s been difficult to create a shortlist because there are so many other books that I have enjoyed reading that would make for great gifts to any child, pre-teen and teenagers. There’s simply not enough time to enjoy all these amazing stories.
The Kitchen Science Cookbook
This book is where…
A Very Corgi Christmas is a lovely picture book by Sam Hay about little corgis Belle and Pip who go on a Christmas adventure in London. It is a great addition to my growing collection of books about London.
The story
Belle loves the bustle of Christmas preparations at Buckingham Palace, but her family say she’s in the way, and that Christmas is NOT for Corgis! So Belle decides to…
Here are some books for kids to make you go ho-ho-ho! London Mums have selected an array of seasonal picture book treats and brilliant early reader books which are guaranteed to make you chuckle.
A Stage Full of Shakespeare Stories
£12.99
Step on to a stage full of stories with this beautiful anthology of 12 stories from Shakespeare. Featuring much-loved classics such as The Tempest, A…
This year I have received amazing Christmas reads for kids and here are some of my favourite ones. I will be listing more books as I believe that they are never out of fashion even in the digital era and will always make for great gifts.
The Way Home for Wolf by Rachel Bright, illustrated by Jim Field. RRP £12.99
Who would not love to read the adventures of a wolf puppy who makes a lot of…