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Child Of A Bygone Era by Peter Hunt

Nov8

Fascinating

Child Of A Bygone Era by Peter Hunt is a fascinating account of the author’s early life.

Born in 1940, Peter Hunt spent his early years in Britain before moving to Hong Kong after the war and then returning to Britain for boarding school.

The reader is treated to glimpses of the author’s life in these very different environments. We hear how he travelled on the Queen Mary as well as freight ships – very different modes of transport.

What particularly caught my attention was the mention of a newsagent called Stan Hawkins who was a Poole Pirates supporter. I have watched the Pirates race when I was on holiday. As a speedway supporter for over forty years, Peter Hunt’s mention of speedway and what it is, was a real treat for me.

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A Christmas Tail by Tornadia Storm

Nov4

A Cat Lovers Treat

A Christmas Tail by Tornadia Storm is a delightful tale for young children and cat lovers everywhere.

We follow eleven cats as they celebrate Christmas inside – for the first time for many of them. The owners of two cats are rather surprised when more turn up on their doorstep but they hand out hospitality and care.

A Christmas Tail has all the elements for Christmas – snow, Santa, skating etc. Each page offers up a new delight for the reader.

All the book is beautifully illustrated as different cat personalities are captured by words and pictures. Each page offers up a new opportunity for discussions with our children.

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Windy B – The Christmas Lights by John Barnett

Nov2

Never Stop Dreaming

Windy B – The Christmas Lights by John Barnett is a most delightful book for young children that is guaranteed to make you smile.

The book shows the importance of never letting go of our dreams. There may be set backs along the way but pick yourself up and try again.

Hard work and community co-operation are the order of the day. When we work together, great things can happen.

We see the importance of family. Family help each other to achieve their goals.

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Sprite’s Christmas Flight by Carmen Powell

Oct30

Helping Out

Sprite’s Christmas Flight by Carmen Powell is a most delightful tale for the under fives.

The story is told in rhyme which makes its easy to follow and to remember. It has a wonderful bouncy rhythm to it.

We see the importance of kindness, care and cooperation as a young boy and his dog help Santa out one Christmas eve.

The whole book is beautifully and simply illustrated.. Each page provides a starting point for discussions with our children as we search out Matthew and Sprite to see what they are doing. The big eyes of the characters appeal to young children as we see the friendly faces.

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