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Herb, The Vegetarian Dragon ~ Picture Book Review


Herb, The Vegetarian Dragon by Jules Bass Illustrated by: Debbie Harter Series: N/A Published: Barefoot Books Ltd, 2005 Edition: Paperback Print Length: 32 pages Narrated By: N/A Genre: Children's Fiction, Picture Book, Dragons, Vegetarian Society Approved Literature Where Did I Get It? Tori& Arthur were given a copy as a gift. Blurb: The dragons in… Continue reading Herb, The Vegetarian Dragon ~ Picture Book Review

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Carole’s Book Alphabet ~ ‘M’ is for…


'Mister Magnolia'  Mister Magnolia has only one boot. He has an old trumpet that goes rooty-toot and two lovely sisters who play on the flute. But Mister Magnolia has only one boot. I could probably continue and quote the entire book for you with minimal errors - complete with illustration descriptions if required - because… Continue reading Carole’s Book Alphabet ~ ‘M’ is for…

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My Top 3 Activity Books For Five Year Olds


There are literally thousands of options when it comes to activity books for kids - from colouring books to crossword books, there are all sorts and it can be very overwhelming. I have also found it can be quite hard to find ones that actually suit Tori's abilities (she's 5 and in Year 1 at… Continue reading My Top 3 Activity Books For Five Year Olds

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The Bully and The Shrimp ~ Picture Book Review


The Bully And The Shrimp by  Catherine Allison Illustrated by: Kim Geyer Series: N/A Published: Parragon Books, September 2014 Edition: Paperback Print Length: 32 pages Narrated By: N/A Genre: Children's Fiction, Picture Book, Where Did I Get It? I received a copy as part of the Parragon Book Buddies Scheme in return for an honest… Continue reading The Bully and The Shrimp ~ Picture Book Review

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Book Lust #6 – We Were Liars


I have heard SO MUCH good about this book and yet also know nothing about it. Other than if you tell someone what it is about, you will ruin it. I am totally intrigued and really want to get my hands on it before someone accidentally (or deliberately) ruins it for me. Excuse me whilst… Continue reading Book Lust #6 – We Were Liars