Category Archives: Picture Book Review

“Pefect Picture Book” -Friday

Posted on 21/04/2012 by Diane Tulloch

In lieu of Princess Week I thought I would post a book I have had lying around my desk at work for some time.  Although it’s more about a certain fairy, there is a princess involved, read on….   The … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” Friday

Posted on 14/04/2012 by Diane Tulloch

Well Easter has come and gone, and what a lovely time it was.  Thankfully here downunder the kids are off on two week first term break and I for one am pleased, as it means the roads are not so jammed … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 07/04/2012 by Diane Tulloch

“Middle School is worse than meatloaf” Author: Jennifer L Holm Pictures by: Elicia Castaldi Published by: Simon and Schuster   KIDS.Simonand Schuster.com A NAPPA Gold Award Winner Ages: 8 – 12 years Theme:   Humour, Life experiences, the ups and downs of school life, creativity. … Continue reading →

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Perfect Picture Book – Friday

Posted on 31/03/2012 by Diane Tulloch

Herbert The Brave Sea Dog A True New Zealand Story Author/Illustrator:   Robyn Belton First Published : in 2008 by Molly Paul Books. Ages: 3 – 7 Theme:  Faith, belief, devotion, survival, historical fiction, First Lines:  Herbert was a small dog … Continue reading →

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PERFECT PICTURE BOOK – FRIDAY

Posted on 24/03/2012 by Diane Tulloch

TWO LITTLE BUGS Author:   Mark Sommerset Illustrator:  Rowan Sommerset Published by:   Dreamboat Books Ages:   0 – 12 years. Theme:   Friendship, Lonely, anxiety, believe First Lines:  Two little bugs sitting on a leaf, One on the top…. One underneath. Synopsis:  From … Continue reading →

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“PERFECT PICTURE BOOK” – FRIDAY

Posted on 17/03/2012 by Diane Tulloch

Milly, Molly and Betelgeuse   New Zealand Author:   Gill Pittar Illustrator:   Cris Morrell Ages:  4 – 8 years Published by:   Milly Molly Books / MM House Publishing Theme:   Love, Understanding, Differences, Feelings, Special, questions. Opening Line:   “We may look different, but … Continue reading →

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’PERFECT PICTURE BOOK’ – Friday

Posted on 10/03/2012 by Diane Tulloch

My Own Stories First Writing Adventures in Literacy Author:  Ruth  Thomson Publisher and Illustrator:  Chrysalis Education, 2004 Ages:  About 7 years and up Theme:  NonFiction,  Language, Creative Writing, Art, Illustration Opening Line:  Once upon a time, an old man planted … Continue reading →

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“PERFECT PICTURE BOOK” – Friday

Posted on 03/03/2012 by Diane Tulloch

No matter how you look at it you are going to need tissues for this one.  This is a moving tender historical fiction you will remember long after you have finished reading. Stefania’s dancing slippers Author:  Jennifer Beck Illustrator:  Lindy … Continue reading →

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“PERFECT PICTURE BOOK” – Friday

Posted on 25/02/2012 by Diane Tulloch

The Famous Nini :  A Mostly true Story of How a Plain White Cat Became a Star Author:  Mary Nethery Illustrated by:  John Manders. Published:  Clarion Books  2010 Age:  3 – and up Theme:   Cats, Cultural, friendship, Historical, Performing Arts … Continue reading →

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“PERFECT PICTURE BOOK” – FRIDAY

Posted on 17/02/2012 by Diane Tulloch

Catherine’s Story  Author:  Genevieve Moore Illustrators: Karin Littlewood Theme: Disability   Age Range: 5-7 years Opening Page:   Catherine is a special girl and she can do special things.  Catherine has a special walk too. Jacket Flap:  What makes Catherine so special?  … Continue reading →

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