Tag Archives: Friendship

“Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 07/03/2020 by Diane Tulloch

Imagine That – a Hoot & Olive Story Written and Illustrated by: Jonathan D. Voss Published by: Henry Holt and Company New York 2019 Ages: 4 – 8 years Theme: imagination, friendship, keep trying Opening Lines: Olive had a great … Continue reading →

Posted in Imagination, Picture Book Review, Susanna's PPB Fridays | Tagged Friendship, Jonathan D Voss, Kids books - imagination, Perfect Picture Book - Friday, Susanna Leonard Hill | 12 Comments

“Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 15/06/2019 by Diane Tulloch

The Glump and the Peeble Written by: Wendy Meddour Illustrated by: Rebecca Ashdown Published by: Frances Lincoln Children’s Books July 2016 Ages: 4 – 8 years Theme: Friendship, being different Opening Lines: The Glump lived alone, In a cave, in … Continue reading →

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“PERFECT PICTURE BOOK” – FRIDAY

Posted on 27/04/2019 by Diane Tulloch

A Home Full of Friends Written by : Peter Bently Illustrated by: Charles Fuge Published by: Hodder Children’s Books (10 Aug. 2017) Ages: 5 – 11 years Theme: Friendship, Compassion, Kindness Opening Lines: Bramble was looking for nuts by the … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 28/04/2018 by Diane Tulloch

PUPPY LOVE The Story of Esme and Sam Written by: Gillian Shields Illustrated by: Elizabeth Harbour Published by: Simon & Schuster Books New York USA 2009 Ages: 4 – 8 years Theme: love, opposites, friendship Opening Lines: This is the … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 21/04/2018 by Diane Tulloch

Each Kindness Written: Jacqueline Woodson Illustrated by: E. B. Lewis Published by: Nancy Paulsen Books, 7th Print edition of Penguin Group 2 October 2012 Ages: 4 to 8 years. Theme: Friendship, opportunity lost. Opening Lines: That winter, snow fell on … Continue reading →

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Posted on 03/06/2017 by Diane Tulloch

A MOUSE SO SMALL Written by: Angela McAllister Illustrated by: Caroline Pedler Published by: Little Tiger Press 2015 Ages: 3 – 6 years Theme: size, friendship, caring Opening Lines: A cold wind rustled through the wood. “Autumn is nearly over,” … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 22/04/2017 by Diane Tulloch

BEFORE I LEAVE Written and Illustrated by: Jessixa Bagley Published by: Neal Porter Book – Roaring Brook Press 2016 Ages: 5 – 7 years Theme: friendship, separation, endurance Opening Lines: I found out we’re moving. Mom said I needed to … Continue reading →

Posted in Picture Book Review, Susanna's PPB Fridays | Tagged Friendship, Jessixa Bagley, Perfect Picture Book - Friday, Separation, Susanna Leonard Hill | 10 Comments

“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 25/03/2017 by Diane Tulloch

KITE DAY – A Bear and Mole Story Written and Illustrated by: Will Hillenbrand Published by: Holiday House New York 2012 Ages: 3 – 6 Theme: friendship, teamwork, possibilities, fun Opening Lines: Bear looked at the sky. Could it be? … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 14/02/2014 by Diane Tulloch

Earth to Audrey Written by: Susan Hughes Illustrator: Stephane Poulin Published by: Kids Can Press Ltd Age: 4 and up Theme: power of friendship, imagination, discovery First Line: The first time I saw Audrey, I almost didn’t. The next time … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's literature, Picture Book Review | Tagged Children's Picture book, childrens literature, Friendship, Stephane Poulin, Susan Huges, Susanna Leonard Hill | 19 Comments

“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 21/09/2013 by Diane Tulloch

I missed the first Friday of PPBF last week due to excitedly posting about our youngest writers first book out. Want to read more see here . I love books that have a very deep and warm message, something that would … Continue reading →