To those who say that the world of paper books is dying off, I’d say brace yourself because this Spring more than ever the book market is over-flooded with original new picture books all with a common denominator: incredibly quirky and colourful illustrations. The up and coming authors get younger and younger and classic authors are revisited in modern adaptations.
Why do we love Picture books…
I’m Paola, and I’m a new London Mums’ contributor based in Italy.
A day in Rome with Audrey Hepburn is a book written by a friend of mine, Maurizio Canforini, a young Italian writer and theatre actor who, some months ago, decided to give me custody to the Facebook page related to his book. I invite you London Mums to join and like the page which re-visits lots of old facts and photos of…
History is so fascinating but can be quite complicated and daunting for kids. As parents we need to support teachers’ efforts to to make children curious about the reasons behind crucial historical events that help us understand the world we live in and the news we hear on a daily basis. Horrible Histories are doing a great job about this as they incorporate fun and silly facts to make history…
Books always make good presents for everybody. For those who don’t like reading, picture books or reference titles are ideal too. Here are suggestions for BOOKS FOR MUM & DAD or friends and family.
Guinness World Records
On 10th September 2014, Guinness World Records celebrates its 60th Anniversary, with the launch of the Guinness World Records 2015 Edition. Honestly this is personally…
The Guinness World Records (GWR) book turns 60 and celebrated with a big Mummy Blogger Party on 30th October 2014 which marked the 60th birthday and edition of the world most famous annual.
The party was aimed at mums and children and was such great fun for all. The afternoon was packed with activities, food and the best thing of all was……. actually meeting up close some special guests who are…
Books make great presents on any occasion. My house looks like a library and despite loving technology I cannot replace the pleasure of turning paper pages for an electronic book. Beautifully-illustrated books are also much more enjoyable when watched on paper.
Here is London Mums’ top selection of books for kids for this Christmas.
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Picture Books
Snow…
It takes courage to take on a great literacy masterpiece such as Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”, one of the most read fables in history, and write a sequel. But many readers over the past 171 years have probably asked themselves the question ‘what if the story doesn’t end with Scrooge’s newfound generosity?’.
“Another Christmas Carol” by Lee E. Woodard is the newly published…
Not many book series can be as quirky and as funny at the same time and have a long shelf time in children’s home libraries. But the Aliens Love Underpants series from bestselling and award-winning duo Claire Freedman and Ben Cort certainly can. Underpants are guaranteed a laugh whether you are a primary school child, teenager or a parent. Why do we find underpants so hilarious?
Whether you…
Anybody who has come across autistic people would know how special they are especially in their relationship with the world around. A new book called A Different Kettle of Fish is now shedding some light into the world of a high functioning and highly intelligent young man who documents his daytrip to London from his own unique perspective.
Written from the heart and experience of Michael Barton…
Back to school and also back to learning social skills. Children need to focus on their peers and interact with them with respect no matter what their ethnic background is. Never Too Small is a Warm & Reassuring New Children’s Book lovingly written by Zanib Mian and illustrated by Laura Ewing Ferrer that helps young readers overcome their fears & embrace diversity. The perfect book to start a…