Picture Books

This is a selection of my favourite Picture Books!

I read a lot of them, under the guise of author research but it’s mainly just a whole lot of fun!

I have included reviews for the ones that really stood out, to give you more of an idea of why I thought they were so brilliant. If you want to see other children’s books I’ve been reading then pop over to Goodreads (link in the sidebar) and have a nosy at my bookshelf.

Feel free to comment, don’t be shy – let me know what you think too…

Class two at the Zoo Class Two at the ZooJulia Jarman

Illustrated by Lynne Chapman Published by Hodder Children’s Books

This story is lots of fun, as this rather hungry and sneaky snake follows class two around the zoo!

Dear Zoo Dear ZooRod Campbell

This is a timeless classic being celebrated in its 25th anniversary edition. Read my review…

Ferdie and the Falling Leaves Ferdie and the Falling Leaves – Julia Rawlinson

Illustrated by Tiphanie Beeke. Published by Gullane Children’s Books

An enchanting story of friendship, in which Ferdie and her tree friend discover the seasonal changes of the tree and its surroundings.

Giddy Goat Giddy Goat – Jamie Rix

Illustrated by Lynne Chapman. Published by Orchard Books

This is a lovely story about a goat finding his place in life and the friendship that he discovers along the way, beautifully illustrated by Lynne Chapman. Marvin's Funny Dance

Marvin’s Funny Dance – Sarah McConnell

Hodder Children’s Books 2008

A great story showing how a bit of individuality can be a good thing, as these meercats take on the bully buzzards with the invaluable help of Marvin Meer.

My Little Star My Little StarJanet Bingham

Illustrated by Rosalind Beardshaw. Published by Scholastic Children’s Books 2007

In this story, Little Fox ponders how high the sky really is? As he questions Daddy Fox he discovers that it goes on and on forever. This book is beautifully illustrated.

Peace at LastPeace at Last – Jill Murphy

This is an all-time family favourite of ours! Read my review…





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