2017
We Are Family by Patricia Hegarty & Ryan Wheatcroft
Every family is different and this beautifully illustrated picture book wonderfully portrays the diverse nature of families in our society today. Despite many differences in family structures there are also many similarities and experiences regardless of race, religion or colour. We Are Family does a fantastic job of portraying different families whilst showing how their members support and live with…
Lucy Lady Bird by Sharon King-Chai
Lucy Lady Bird has just been republished with the most gorgeous shiny spotty cover! This beautifully illustrated picture book is great for introducing children to colours, seasons, counting and the concept that it’s great to be different.
Burglar Bill by Janet & Allan Ahlberg
Happy 40th Birthday Burglar Bill! Burglar Bill was a favourite of mine when I first started teaching and my daughter loves the story too. I was amazed when I discovered that Burglar Bill is 40 years old this year! Originally published in 1977 it’s fabulous that this humorous story has been read and enjoyed by several generations of children.
Woodland Hedgehugs Activity Book by Steve Wilson & Lucy Tapper
The Woodland Hedgehugs Activity Book is a new favourite in our house. We’re very lucky to live close to a large wood and once the snow has disappeared we’ll be heading out with the book to discover more about trees and woodland inhabitants.
The Lumberjack’s Beard by Duncan Beedie
We absolutely love The Lumberjack’s Beard! A lumberjack needs to make a living but how does it affect the woodland animals when he cuts down the trees, burns the leaves and branches and sends the logs down the river? This beautifully illustrated, entertaining and humorous story shows how the ecosystem is affected by tree felling and…
Activity Books · Audio Books · Chapter Books · Comics and Magazines · E-Books & Book Apps · Non Fiction · Picture Books · Translated BooksRevealing the 2017 International Book Giving Day poster…
It’s time to reveal the 2017 International Book Giving Day poster designed by illustrator Marianne Dubuc.
Emma Perry talks about organising International Book Giving Day
International Book Giving Day (IBGD) is an annual event that takes place on February 14th and it’s one of our favourite days of the year! Here at Story Snug we’re delighted to be part of the International Book Giving Day team and as well as helping to spread the word about the day we can’t…
