A Year Full of Celebrations and Festivals edited by Clare Grace Illustrated by Christopher Corr

Frances Lincoln Children’s Books ISBN 9780711245426  £9.99 This is an excellent book that is great value for money. We travel the world finding out about over 90 celebrations and festivals. There are religious, cultural and historical dates including national holidays. We are given information in appropriate language and plenty of colourful, playful illustrations that engage…

The Witch’s Boy by Kelly Barnhill

Piccadilly ISBN 9781848129351 £6.99 This is a magical tale about a young boy Ned, the surviving twin child of Sister Witch.  She uses a pot of magic to help those in need and is called to the palace after saving the Queen’s life.  While she is away the magic escapes and Ned manages to capture…

The Tech-Head Guide: Drones by William Potter

Wayland ISBN 978-1526309662 £12.99 This is an excellent book that is informative and thought-provoking. Drones, or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, are playing an increasingly important role in our modern world. The book explains what a drone is and explores the history of drones. The timeline highlights how rapidly they have developed. Then we see a clear…

The Abbey Mystery by Julia Golding

Lion Hudson ISBN 9781782643340 £7.99 When her older sister Cassandra breaks her arm in a carriage accident, the 13-year-old Jane Austen is sent to Southmoor Abbey, to act as a companion to Lady Cromwell for a week; all part of the celebration for the son of the house’s coming of age party.  However, it is…