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Ten Little Aliens by Mike Brownlow and Simon Rickerty. Published by Orchard Books.

Ten Little Aliens are jetting off through space in search of a new place to stay. So come and join me and the aliens as they discover fiery planets, fizzing comets and some very strange space creatures!

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Acts of Kindness written by Melissa Cenatiempo and illustrated by Passant Ablal. Self Published by the author on Amazon. 

If you would like to buy a copy please follow this link. The author would be so grateful for your support, thank you:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Acts-Kindness-Melissa-Cenatiempo/dp/B09CRTT28V

"A small act of kindness can make a big difference in someone's day."

I think sometimes we forget how one kind gesture can make such a difference to someone else's day, whether it is a smile, a listening ear or giving someone something they need.

This book shows us that if we could help just one person, that one person would help something else and the cycle of kindness could go on forever!

This picture book has the power to change the thought process of children, encouraging them to make this world a beautiful, friendly and happy place to live.

So, what kind deed will you do today?

Many thanks to the author for asking me to read their book. I hope you all enjoy it...

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The Very Best Sheepdog written by Pinny Grylls and illustrated by Rosie Wellesley. Published by Pavilion Children’s Books.

A wonderful story about friendship and perseverance that is perfect to listen to just before bed. 

With prize-winning parents, Ben the sheepdog has got a lot to live up to. However, he is the most hopeless sheepdog on the farm. He tries so hard to get it right, but keeps getting everything wrong.

Will he use his strengths to overcome his difficulties and learn to become The Very Best Sheepdog? Come and join me to find out!

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Handa's Surprise by Eileen Browne. Published by Walker Books.
 
In this picture book classic, a delightful surprise colourfully unfolds when a little girl called Handa puts seven delicious fruits in a basket to take to her friend.

A brilliant, culturally diverse, picture book to share with your little one.

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The Very Noisy House written by Julie Rhodes and illustrated by Korky Paul. Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.


This is a story about a rickety old house. It certainly can get very noisy!

Clomp! Clomp! Clomp! Goes the old lady's walking stick. In the room above, the dog wonders if that noise is a knock at the door - woof! Woof! Woof! And this is followed by the riotous noises from each resident. 

Come and join in this noisy tale…

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Dinosaurs Don’t Play Soccer written by Melissa Cenatiempo and illustrated by Andrea Pollard. 

Dinosaur Dan is a young dinosaur who has excelled at all dinosaur activities: diving, drilling, and dump truck driving. His parents are extremely proud of him and know he will go far in life. 

But, despite his successes, Dinosaur Dan has a big dream to play soccer. Unfortunately, soccer is an activity reserved for squirrels. Will Coach Carl Chameleon, who sees great potential in Dinosaur Dan, help the young dinosaur breaks free from society's expectations to follow his heart?

A wonderful book with an inspiring message.

If you would like to buy a copy of the book, click the link below:

US: 
https://www.amazon.com/Dinosaurs-Dont-Soccer-Melissa-Cenatiempo/dp/B0BFV41BLX

UK: 
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dinosaurs-Dont-Soccer-Melissa-Cenatiempo/dp/B0BFV41BLX

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Franny the Firefly by Lindsey Tuck.

If you would like to buy your own copy of the book, the author would be very grateful. Please follow this link:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Franny-Firefly-Lindsey-Tuck/dp/B09QNSPNGJ

Franny the firefly is a brave firefly but she is terribly afraid of the dark. So come and join me on her adventures through the night to find a way to turn her own light on.

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Tonight I have the pleasure of reading this wonderful book to you:

There's No Deer Around Here by Andy Hussey and Rosie Venner. Published by Muddy Little Boots.

One night, when a mysterious visitor eats all the plants in Granny’s vegetable patch, Jacob is left wondering what it could be. 

So, Jacob and his best friend Archie-Dog, spend the day searching for clues to prove to Granny that there ARE deer around here!

This picture book is wonderfully written and beautifully illustrated. And it is a great book to get children excited about exploring so GET YOURSELF A COPY here:
https://www.muddylittleboots.com/shop/p/theres-no-deer-around-here

And to find out more about what Muddy Little Boots are all about, explore their whole website!
https://www.muddylittleboots.com/

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Little Brother For Sale written by Melissa Cenatiempo and illustrated by Passant Ablal. Self Published by the author on Amazon. 

If you would like to buy a copy please follow this link. The author would be so grateful for your support, thank you:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B09SFSYRVH

Little Brother For Sale is a fun story about an older brother who is fed up with his little brother and wants to get rid of him! He is always taking his toys and never leaves him alone so one day while they are selling lemonade, he decides to try and sell his little brother too! 

Come and join me to find out whether anyone wants to buy his brother...

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Ten in the Bed by Penny Dale. Published by Walker Books.

With ten in the bed, it's a bit of a squeeze! So the little one says "Roll over, roll over!"

But the little one gets cold all alone, and soon all ten are snuggled up and fast asleep. 

This is a great story to retell the classic nursery rhyme- children will love joining in!

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