Friday, 22 April 2011

The Usborne Cookbook for Boys

The Usborne Cookbook for Boys by Abigail Wheatley
With over 40 fun recipes paired with helpful illustrations and tasty tips, this is ideal for including all the family in meal times. Though aimed at younger boys, it can be enjoyed by girls and readers of an older age, as it's great for understanding the nutritional value of sweet treats and savoury snacks.
Age range: 8+ £9.99 Hardback

Think of a Link: How to Remember Absolutely Everything

Think of a Link: How to Remember Absolutely Everything by Andy Salmon
Bursting with handy hints and tactful tips from geographical guides to spelling suggestions, this book has great methods for memorising many essentials. These fun and creative ways of revising and remembering facts are accompanied by helpful diagrams, perfect as a gift for inquisitive minds.
Age Range: 8-12 £6.99 Hardback

Pip and Posy: The Super Scooter

Pip and Posy: The Super Scooter by Axel Scheffler
This colourfully depicted book from the award winning illustrator of 'The Gruffalo', Axel Scheffler, shows the heartwarming companionship between Pip and Posy, whilst moderately revealing the values of friendship and sharing. Great bed-time reading for both boys and girls; serves as an inviting book for the very young.
Age Range: 2-5 £7.99 Hardback

The Brilliant World of Tom Gates

The Brilliant World of Tom Gates by L. Pichon
'The Brilliant World of Tom Gates' allows the reader to jump into his world and follow his cheeky antics from school experiances to family mishaps, all comicly detailed in his weird and wonderful journal. This hilarious book is packed with laugh-out-loud stories and is easily relatable for young boys. With the inclusion of fun doodles and cartoons from his many adventures, you won't be able to put it down! Brilliant for 'Wimpy Kid' fans.
Age range: 5-8 £6.99 Paperback

Big Red Bath

Big Red Bath by Julia Jarman
This lively and energetic book makes bathtime a great adventure. This fun read-aloud book includes all of Ben and Bella's furry friends and even a trip into space! Perfect for sharing and enjoyable for all.
Age range: 2-5 £5.99 Paperback

Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Finn Family Moomintroll

Finn Family Moomintroll by Tove Jansson
Moomintroll and his family and friends have exciting adventures. They find a magical hat that causes mischief, discover an island, survive a terrible thunderstorm and more! Tove Jansson's well-loved stories of the Moomin family are perfect for both boys and girls. Each chapter is a new adventure, giving early readers a sense of accomplishment as they make their way through the book. If you haven't picked up a Moomin book, you should now! You won't be disappointed.
Age range: 5-8 £5.99 Paperback

Rhinos Don't Eat Pancakes

Rhinos Don't Eat Pancakes by Anna Kemp & Sara Ogilvie
The creators of Dogs Don't Do Ballet are back with this funny, heart-warming picture book. No one ever listens to Daisy. When a purple, pancake-eating rhinoceros strolls into her house, her parents are too busy to hear about it. So Daisy decides to talk to the rhino. Boys and girls will love reading about Daisy's friendship with the rhino and the change in Daisy's relationship with her parents.
Age range: 2-5 £5.99 Paperback