Winner:GOLD - Best Children’s Book 6+ Years
Who:DK Books
What:You and Your Body by Dr Punam Krishan with illustrations by Verónika Cháves Morales
Why:
Our judges loved this fun and friendly book that gives kids an exciting window into the inner workings of the human body. The JDA felt the tone was spot on, creating a warm and informative springboard for further conversations with grown-ups. The simple illustrations, 90 lift the flap features and fun facts make this a book that kids will love to pore over giving them a good understanding of basic human biology and hopefully inspiring them to learn more.
A book that every kid will love to read. The flaps make it super engaging and Dr Krishan’s words make complex topics digestible for children.
Fascinating facts and brilliant illustrations that bring the miraculous working of the human body to life for younger kids.
Such a fun and interactive book! A really nice way for kids to engage with learning about the body.
Winner:SILVER - Best Children’s Book 6+ Years
Who:Mindful Champs
What:My Unique Family Journal
Why:
Created to offer guidance and support to children whose parents are going through a divorce or separation, this carefully thought out book really stood out to our judges who thought it filled a much needed gap for supporting children’s wellbeing at this often challenging and confusing time. The panel agreed that it gave children a safe space to express and work through their feelings, offering helpful coping strategies while guiding parents along the way.
My parents divorced when I was little and I would have really benefitted from this book. Children are often left to work through things by themselves while the grown-ups go through their own struggles so this is much needed.
I love these journals and that explore emotions and feelings in a child-led way…
A lovely concept and I like the illustrations.
Winner:BRONZE - Best Children’s Book 6+ Years
Who:Nosy Crow
What:Supa Nova by Chanté Timothy
Why:
Meet Nova, a brave, brainy young scientist who is basically a huge star in the world of science and innovation, as well as her own brilliant, graphic novel of course! Our judges loved this vivacious female character who brings science and STEM to life through her brilliant imagination, world problem solving inventions and crazy adventures, showing children that science and creativity are for everyone.
So refreshing to see a confident girl taking the lead in scientific adventures.
Fantastic artwork, a charismatic character, whose voice children will love and lots of laughs along the way.
Such great graphics! A really lovely book.
Winner:EDITOR'S CHOICE - Best Children’s Book 6+ Years
Who: Living Arts
What:Boxing Kangaroo Wins a Friend by Suzana Pezo
Why:
Never judge a book by its cover, but in this case, we have to say the arresting artwork on the front of this book, really got our judges talking! Kay the Kangaroo in full boxing regalia is an arresting image and the clever contents of this book keep little attention spans going! Readers will love following this rhyming picture book that teaches wonderful lessons about friendship, courage and kindness with lots of fun and fascinating facts along the way.
A really lovely book.
This is so fresh and original - I can see so many young kids enjoying this heartwarming story that really makes you think.
Brilliant illustrations and a fabulous moral message conveyed in a really clever way that kids will be able to tune into.
