Easter is upon us again after what we think has been the quickest start to the year ever. Easter is a time of chocolate eggs and straw bonnets. But for many, including us, it has a deeper Christian meaning that we can't forget about. We've come up with a list of 10 amazing book recommendations for children 8 - 12.
Every year, on the 8th of March, International Women's Day is celebrated to put the spotlight on the achievements of women around the world. A significant way to celebrate is by sharing books and stories about inspirational women through out the world who have made and continue to make a difference. Reading books to amplify the voices of women and normalise their greatness is one way. Below is a list of 10 children's books we found which fit perfectly with today's celebration.
It's Children's Mental Health Week! Did you know? One in six children aged five to 16 were identified as having a probable mental health problem in July 2020, a huge increase from one in nine in 2017. That’s five children in every classroom. Adults who experienced four or more adversities in their childhood are four times more likely to have low levels of mental wellbeing and life satisfaction (Youngminds.org). Books have been used by many, consciously or not, as a form of therapeutic relief. We've come up with a list of 10 feel good fiction books that may help provide the escapism a middle grader or young adult may need to provide respite for the real world.
This is the first in a little series we are producing where we are coming up with great books for different ages! We've read our entire lives and have read some great (and others not so great) books over the years. We always love book recommendations and so we thought we would share some of our favourites with you!
