Bloomsbury Book-Post

We always love it when another set of books from Bloomsbury drop through the door with a satisfying thud and this time was no exception.

Let's Talk About When Someone Dies
It's never easy when somebody dies and talking about it to children can be difficult but this book will certainly make things easier.  Divided into 12 chapters (each one is only a double page), this books seems to cover everything a child may ask when it comes to death, from different words for death to why people die and what happens at a funeral.  The title of each takes the form of a question which is then explained in a child-friendly but non-condescending way, and also has an 'it's important to know...' box which gives extra, useful bits of advice.  The colourful illustrations finish off the book, making it one that children will want to pick up.

This is a book that children will be able to read and understand themselves but will also be perfect for parents and children to read together - a great way to spark discussion about a difficult topic and allow children to ask questions whilst giving parents well constructed answers at a time when they may be struggling themselves. 

Having lost my Gran this summer, this would have been a wonderful book to have used with O.  Although he's that bit older, the fact that the book covers every angle of death would have helped, especially as this was his first funeral.

Well done Molly Potter for producing such a great book.  This will definitely be heading straight to school on Monday where I know it will be an invaluable resource.

Rama and Sita The Story of Diwali.

I always enjoy teaching the story of Diwali in school and now I have the perfect book to accompany the lessons!  The bright, colourful illustrations perfectly reflect the fact that Diwali is the festival of light and help to bring the story to life.

This book will be a great addition to my bookshelf at school.



Getting the Blighters to Behave

This book is packed full of sensible advice on what to do when children are being ... well ... children!  

Why is it that children always refuse to do what you need them to at the worst possible moment?  Running late?  You can guarantee that this is when they'll decide to refuse to put their shoes on!  Guests round?  Definitely the time they will repeatedly moan for chocolate!

O is older now but this is a great book for those who have children from 2 to 10 years, giving a wealth of sensible and easy to use tips on maintaining the status quo.