Winner:GOLD Best Children's Book 6+
Who:Eco-Able Ltd
What:About Hedgehog, by Dani Seatter and Illustrated by Anna Stead
Why:
A beautiful and poignant story about a young Rabbit trying to understand what has
happened to their friend Hedgehog. With lovely illustrations and a space at the back of the book for memories and questions, this book is the perfect way to help bereaved young children explore their feelings and try to make sense of them. The panel was also impressed to learn that this company prints their books on 100% recycled carbon balanced paper and without plastic lamination, leading the way in sustainable publishing.
A really moving and gently powerful book that could help a bereaved child begin to process their overwhelming feelings.
“Beautiful illustration and simple yet impactful text. Beautiful story that creates a quiet yet powerful framework for experiencing loss and a way a parent can help a child through. Love the open space for children to grapple with their questions, memories and grieve their loved one.”
Winner:SILVER Best Children's Book 6+
Who:DK Children’s
What:Words of Love by Jake Biggin
Why:
This lovely, comforting book is gentle way to reassure your children (and yourself) when things are overwhelming or confusing. A calming and thought provoking series of big questions and lovely thoughtful responses relayed by a little girl and her extremely emotionally intelligent dog. Truly beautiful watercolour illustrations.
“ I love the simplicity of this book and how eloquently it expresses what so many little children must be feeling and wondering about.”
“Beautiful illustrations and touching story. A lovely primer on friendship and love with detailed drawings and important messaging. Creative and poignant.”
Winner:BRONZE Best Children's Book 6+
Who:Nosy Crow
What:Dungeon Runners: Hero Trial
Why:
This wonderful interactive book with incredible illustrations is the first of a series. With its addictive mix of humour, fast – paced action and adventure, great characters and fun, vibrant and engaging illustrations, we can see them becoming very popular. The perfect gift for children who are really beginning to enjoy independent reading.
An exciting adventure series filled with action. Illustrations are detailed and beautiful and interactivity is a key element that makes this stand out.
Great text size.
“Great book and the illustrations really stand out.”
