Playing by the book

Reviews of kids' books and the crazy, fun stuff they inspire us to do

A must-have book about feelings

The Great Big Book of Feelings by Mary Hoffman, illustrated by Ros Asquith should be in every primary school, every library, every home. A funny and thoughtful exploration of emotions from ‘happy’ to ‘sad’ via ‘interested’, ‘upset’ and ‘silly’, this book is beautiful, empowering and great fun to read and share. It’s perfect for helping […]

For when life is just not fair

I couldn’t have written a better script… J was off ill a few days ago and M stomped to school with fury all over her face. “IT’S NOT FAIR! Why can’t I stay at home?” The pavement (and my ears) got a fair bashing from M that morning, and before 9am I was already exhausted! […]

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