Age 6
Winter Wishes: A Magical Collection of Animal Tales illustrated by Alison Edgson
Winter Wishes is a magical anthology of animal stories for younger chapter book readers. The ten Christmas and winter themed stories are written by well known children’s authors and are beautifully illustrated by Alison Edgson. Each story is short enough to read in one sitting, they’re the perfect length for newly independent readers.
Santa’s Christmas Handbook by Christopher Edge & a team of illustrator elves
Santa’s Christmas Handbook is a wonderfully interactive festive picture book which contains information about everything Santa needs to know to deliver presents. Written by his elves it is a hilarious and extremely comprehensive guide to all aspects of the job and will hopefully ensure that accident prone Santa will be ready for anything!
Dogger’s Christmas by Shirley Hughes
Dogger’s Christmas is a seasonal sequel to Dogger which was published over forty years ago. Dave, his soft toy, Dogger, big sister, Bella and little brother, Joe are preparing for a traditional British family Christmas and the book oozes festive kindness, warmth, love and family support.
More Adventures in Moominvalley inspired by the works of Tove Jansson
We are huge Moomin fans and enjoyed reading More Adventures in Moominvalley, a new collection of nine stories about the Moomin family. Inspired by Tove Jansson’s characters the stories are based on episodes of the animated Moomin series and include many of the characters we know and love.
Can You Find Santa’s Pants? by Becky Davies & Alex Wilmore
Can You Find Santa’s Pants? in time for him to deliver presents on Christmas Eve? This hilarious rhyming picture book leads Santa on a hectic search for underwear – through his house and out into the snow. It’s a madcap race against time during which we were torn between rushing to see if Santa’s search…
KIDS KNIT by Kerry Kimber
KIDS KNIT ’20 projects with fun techniques to learn’ is a brilliant introduction to knitting. Written for a complete beginner it takes you from casting on for the first time to knitting a moss stitch cactus. Full of colour photos and easy to follow instructions it’s the perfect book to help children learn a new…
TOO MUCH STUFF! by Emily Gravett
TOO MUCH STUFF! is a hilarious rhyming picture book about two magpies whose collection of treasures starts to overwhelm their nest. Meg and Ash put a huge amount of effort into making their nest homely for their new family until they realise that possessions aren’t the most important things in life. It’s a fun story…
Midnight Magic Blogtour: Michelle Harrison talks about ‘The Perks of Befriending a Broomstick’
We are delighted to welcome author Michelle Harrison to Story Snug to celebrate the publication of Midnight Magic, illustrated by Elissa Elwick. It’s the perfect Halloween read and tells the story of a mischievous black kitten, a magical broomstick and an action packed night time adventure.
Coming to England by Floella Benjamin & Diane Ewen
Coming to England is ‘The true story of Dame Floella Benjamin’ who moved to England from Trinidad when she was a child. I have vivid memories of watching Floella on Play School when I was younger and it’s fascinating to read her ‘…inspiring true story celebrating the Windrush generation’.
Elizabeth Gilbert Bedia talks about Arthur Wants a Balloon illustrated by Erika Meza
Happy book birthday to Elizabeth (Liz) Gilbert Bedia, Erika Meza and Arthur Wants a Balloon 🎈 Arthur Wants a Balloon is one of the most beautifully illustrated, sensitively written picture books I have read this year and highlights the effect that parental depression can have on a family. It’s a story of suffering but also a story of love…
