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Books about books
On 03/01/2012 in Books
These fascinating children's books celebrate brilliant books, reading and libraries...
The Incredible Book Eating Boy by Oliver Jeffers (HarperCollins Children’s Books, £5.99)One day Henry discovers by mistake that books are actually rather tasty to munch on. He eats a word, then a sentence, then a page, then a whole book. Soon he
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Memory Books
On 02/02/2010 in Mummy time
From your baby's first ultrasound pictures to your recollections of that tearful first day at school, there are great books that can help you keep your family's memories safe…
1. Mom’s One Line A Day: A Five-Year Memory Book (Chronicle Books, £12.99)What a great idea – it’s impossible to find the time for that half hour reminisce every evening, so why not just have this book at the ready for those snatched moments
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Children's Art and Craft Books
On 19/04/2010 in Art & Craft
Inspire a crafty child with these great books
’en. Everybody’s Activity Book by Pascale Estellon Thames & Hudson, £12.95, 4+ “Cut, stick, colour!” proclaim the instructions of this hefty activity book that has 120 pages jam-packed full of exciting, imaginative and artistic ideas. Exploring a plethora
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Brilliant books for young artists
On 01/10/2012 in Art & Craft
Four books to inspire and encourage your child's creative side
Anholt’s Artists by Laurence Anholt (France Lincoln, £5.99 each). Images and text bring artistic greats to life, including Van Gogh, Leonardo Da Vinci and Matisse.Art Attack by Neil Buchanan (DK, £9.99). Lively, practical book to guide you
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Fun summer children's books
On 04/04/2012 in Books
The holidays are here, and thanks to these great books, there's no excuse to stop reading
At The Seaside by Germano Zullo and Albertine (Tate Publishing, £9.99) 2+You don't need you bucket and spade to take part in the the seaside fun and games that fill this beautifully illustrated book. Simply follow the characters through the pages
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The Top 100 Children's Books
On 20/04/2010 in Books
So here they are! The best books for children of all time, voted by you.
1 The Very Hungry Caterpillarby Eric Carle (Puffin, £5.99)Not many children’s books achieve worldwide sales that would humble a U2 album, but Eric Carle’s classic picture book about a caterpillar munching his way to becoming a
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Junior Ocado book offer
On 07/02/2011 in Books
Get a beautiful nursery rhyme book free with our March issue at Ocado
With its merry throng of sweet modelling clay figures, we love this First Picture Nursery Rhymes book from Usborne. Rendered in sturdy board book form, the collection includes favourites like Mary Had A Little Lamb and Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
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Excellent books for bored children
On 18/03/2010 in Leisure
Great books to have on hand when your child says "I'm bored"…
GREAT BOOKS FOR ACTIVITIES365 Activities You And Your Toddler Will Love by Dr Roni Cohen Leiderman and Dr Wendy Masi, Bonnier Books, £7.99.Art Attack Great Stuff by Neil Buchanan, Dorling Kindersley, £9.99.Big Book Of Things To Do by R Gibson
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The best books for babies and toddlers
On 21/11/2012 in Books
Babies love books – and here's a lovely selection for them to get their chubby little hand on
Peter Rabbit Little Box Of BooksBy Beatrix Potter, Frederick Warne, £8.99, from 12 monthsThis set of five eco-friendly board books uses some of Beatrix Potter’s best-loved characters to help children discover their five senses. Read how Benjamin
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How to book an ethical holiday
On 19/04/2013 in Tips & advice
Thinking of booking a holiday? From reducing your air miles to protecting wildlife, here’s how to choose an eco-friendly getaway
Book with an ethical tour operator Look for a stated responsible tourism policy. Responsible Travel is one of the country’s leading environmental travel agents. Visit www.responsibletravel.comDon’t rule out the big players Thomas Cook and My
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