Green Living Made Easy thanks to Nancy Birtwhistle

I have mentioned in previous posts that I am trying to work towards a greener living lifestyle, and thanks to Sustainable Beauty, I am now making my own deodorant and face serum, in fact, I love the feel of the face serum so much, I'm thinking of making these as Christmas presents!

When I saw the new book by Nancy Birtwhistle, Green Living made easy, I knew I had to have it.

Released in March 2022, this little book packs a punch with 101 Eco Tips, Hack and Recipes to save time and money - both of which we all need more of.

Learning How To Leave by Michael Padraig-Acton #Booktour

I don't know where to start with this book!  I'm blown away by how amazing it is!  It has me thinking about it when I'm not reading it.  It has me finding spare time that I don't have during the day to read a chapter.  It has me sharing little snippets on Instagram stories almost daily, and it also has me recalling memories that I thought were long since buried from a life that is long since dead.

#Gifted

Photo courtesy of LitPR

Learning How to Leave is the first in a set of "Power of You" books and is written in a style that is a practical guide to stepping away from narcissistic and toxic relationships.

Bond of Eternity Book Review

Bond of Eternity is book 2 in Roxan Burley's Equal Rise Series.  A fantasy, dystopian novel set in today's world.

The series is from the fantasy genre but set in our universe - the UK to be specific - that sees mythical creatures such as elves, trolls, dwarves and gargoyles, yes, I'm seeing gargoyes in a whole new light now, living in a world with mortals - us humans, and how a divide has formed since the war and now some higher ranked "myths" have had enough!

Manga Classics from Button Books

Bringing these classic tales to life in the form of a manga comic book introduces great literature to new young audiences and will go on to inspire them to read more.  Many of these works are on reading lists ranging from KS2 up to GCSE.

Which Encyclopedia books are best for children

Factology books for children.  Hardback, fun, easy to read and brightly coloured books for children to want to pick and learn from.

This brand new Factology book series has just added a further three books to the existing four.

September 2023 / HB / RRP £12.99 / For kids aged 8 - 12

Making A Difference : Book Review

Making A Difference by Pamela Walker is more of a handbook filled with everything you need to know to create a Community-Based Project. 

Author: Pamela Walker / Publisher: Ortus Press / Publication date:  June 2023 / 

ISBN: 978191138383 / Price:  £11.99

This book will be an amazing asset to anyone/group who is looking into creating a community-based project/charity.  It helps you decide on who you are helping, why and more importantly where is your project needed.

Live like a Roman - a great book aide for Primary School Children

Live Like a Roman is a hardback, easy-to-read and follow, illustrated book to help children to discover the secrets of ancient Rome in a fun way.

May 2023 / HB / RRP £12.99 / ISBN 9781787081260 / Ages 7 - 11

Forest School Adventure and Forest School Handbook

Oh wow!  There is a new style of book in town and it is packed full of Outdoor Skills and Play for Children!

I am talking about the Forest School Adventure and now the Forest School Handbook by Naomi Walmsley and Dan Westall.  These books are packed full of practical ideas for getting your children outside.  It is your essential companion for helping play, craft and learn about the natural world around us.  With the bonus of the Handbook being the perfect backpack size.

Authors: Naomi Walmsley & Dan Westall
ISBN: 9781784944032 / Publication Date: June 2018 / Price £16.99

GMC Publications • May 2023 / RRP £14.99 • Paperback with flaps 
For kids aged 5 – 11 • ISBN 9781784946654

 

New books to help explain Migrants and War to children

Two very heavy words dominating the news and conversations around the country at the moment are Migrants and War.  Words that reach young ears and prompt very important questions such as "What is a Migrant? Why is there War".

Not every parent will know how to answer these questions, we are not all "perfect parents of Insta".  We can explain the best we can, give our views and try and guide our children, but we don't need to do it alone thanks to Eduard Altarriba and Button Books.

What is War? April 2023 • PB with flaps • RRP £9.99 • for kids aged +8 • ISBN 9781787081284
Migrants April 2023 • PB with flaps • RRP £9.99 • for kids aged +8 • ISBN 9781787081291

Now What: Education, Career and Life Choices

Amazon bestselling author Edd Williams has written Now What? Education, career and life choices.

Now What? is a reference book and guide offering practical advice to teenagers as they approach key decisions regarding their future.

Review of Bobby and Bubba's Small Adventures

Over the past month, my son and I have been reading Bobby and Bubba's Small Adventures.

Publishers: Silverwood Books / ISBN: 978-1-80042-197-4 / RRP: £22.99

Bobby and Bubba are two British bulldog brothers who spend their time in Chelsea and Warwickshire.  The book has 15 chapters that are short stories of what happens in a day in their lives.

An exciting STEM activity book that makes learning fun for children

One of the best children's activity books released in 2022 was Tia Williams and Laura Minter's "The Big Book of 100 Stem Activities".

November 2022 • PB • RRP £14.99 / For kids aged 5 – 11 • ISBN 9781787081253

Tia and Laura's craft abilities have been proven time and again in their Button Books publications, and The Big Book of 100 STEM Activities is no exception.

My First Book of Electromagnetism

My First Book of Electromagnetism should be one of your go-to books when your child is showing an interest in science and physics.

November 2022 / HB / RRP £12.99 / ISBN 9781787081246

A Children's Science Book to Explain the Physics of the Modern World.

The Tricky Riddles Book For Smart Kids: Book Review

We love riddles in our house, it's something that I grew up on and have now passed down to my son.  It may also explain why we love escape rooms so much.

 

So when I came across DaddiLife promoting their new book "The Tricky Riddle Book for Smart Kids" I knew I had to be a part of it.

How to encourage children to cook

I can not recommend Esther Coombs cookery books for children enough!  My son, who is aged 10, uses these books regularly and was very excited to review the latest in the series Kids Can Cook Vegetarian.

#Gifted

ISBN 9781787081185 - RRP £14.99 - September 2022

His signature rainbow cake, which he bakes for school fundraising events, was born from his Kids Can Bake book. 

Gamebook: Your adventures at CERN - Fun way to learn Science

Your adventure at CERN is no ordinary story, it is no ordinary adventure book, it is a game book with adventure and a fun way to learn science!  

Learning through play is an amazing way to teach children and Letizia Diamante captures this perfectly.

Live Like a Hunter Gatherer - New Childrens Book

Live like a Hunter Gatherer is a new children's book by Naomi Walmsley written in an exciting way to help children discover the secrets of the Stone Age.

An informative and immersive guide to the Stone Age, written by a real-life hunter-gatherer!

Pen and Sword Books launch Crafting Series

Pen and Sword Books have recently launched a new crafting series on their website.

For those who don't know, Pen and Sword Books is established as one of the UK's leading military history publishers. Over recent years Pen and Sword have continued to grow and has added new imprints to its core area of military history.

How to be an Eco-Warrior

Are you keen to become an Eco-Warrior but not sure where to start or overwhelmed with the number of actions needed to become an Eco-Warrior?

 

RRP £12.99 • Hardback • ISBN 9781781454114

Earth-Saving Acts for Eco-Warriors may be the book for you.  This A5 in size book is designed to help guide you to living a more sustainable life with practical advice for fighting climate change.

Great Lives in Graphics: Book Review

Great Lives in Graphics is a brilliant new series from Button Books to help children learn fascinating facts about some of the world's famous lives. 

These books are aimed at Primary School children and are written on easy to read pages, with bright colours and diagrams designed to help children absorb the information in a fun way.