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Books to celebrate Mother's Day

This year Mother’s Day is on 10th March 2013! There’s no better way to celebrate mums than having kids reading them books about motherly love. Here is our favourite selection of books about motherhood. For Mother’s Day, Little Tiger Press has a trio of delightful books for mothers everywhere!  To Mum With Love Published January 2013 by Jill Latter £6.99 (Little Tiger…
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Top Art & Craft books

Here are top art & craft books selected by London Mums. There are so many books out there teaching arty activities but these two are our favourite ones for different reasons. Check them out. Donna Wilson’s Creative Creatures A Step-by-Step Guide to Making Your Own Creations Donna Wilson We love this beautiful and inspiring craft book in which the creatures show you how to get creative.
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Win 1 of 3 copies of 'Stick Dog' book

Who doesn’t love a cute funny dog? ‘Stick Dog’ is the perfect book for all children and/or dog lovers. Meet Stick Dog – a new breed of hero! In his first adventure, Stick Dog and his friends embark on an epic quest to steal… a hamburger. With hilarious illustrations and pitch-perfect humour, Stick Dog is a must-have for fans of WIMPY KID and BIG NATE. Stick Dog and his…
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Great new books for children

Here is a selection of great new books for children selected by London Mums. The Abandoned Puppy from best-selling author Holly Webb The sweet image of the puppy on the cover really drew me to this book. I started reading this story to my 6 year old son (although he could read it himself as it is easy enough for kids in year 2) as his bedtime story and after 3 chapters it was too late so I…
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Book review: Wherever My Wellies Take Me by Michael and Clare Morpurgo

Where My Wellies Take Me is a collection of favourite poetry chosen by former children’s laureate Michael and Clare Morpurgo. Woven around the poetry selection is the story of Pippa, who loves to stay with her Aunty Peggy in the Devon countryside. The book features illustrations from Olivia Lomenech Gill. I love all books by Morpurgo but this was is a particularly special one. First of…
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The Witch and the Dog

Another brilliant book by Sue McMillan. The Witch and the Dog is a laugh out loud story about etiquette. Can a charming witch called Daphne change Harry from a messy, mannerless mutt into a polished pooch? This story appeals not just to kids but to mums too. The illustrations throughout the book are gorgeous. On 23 November 2012 London Mums had an amazing Christmas party! And Far Far Away…
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George and the Knight

George and the Knight is an entertaining new take on the classic dragon myth. George, a cowardly dragon finds his courage when a wicked knight threatens a little boy, Alric, his beloved friend. The book by Sue McMillan is beautifully illustrated by Ellie Jenkins and a perfect gift for children with lots of imagination. On 23 November 2012 London Mums had an amazing Christmas party! And Far Far…
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Sylvester and the New Year

The legend of Sylvester and his annual journey to Earth with the New Year comes to life in this wonderful fairytale. This beautifully illustrated story will become a family favourite for every New Year. Children under 8 find it hard to understand the perception of time. For them tomorrow or in two years it’s the same concept, as they mainly understand the present, the NOW. School teachers…
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Feel-good books for children

Here is a selection of lovely books for children that parents will find entertaining and quite unique. Pets in Pants [Paperback] Children as well as adults giggle when it comes to pants’ jokes and chats. Well, not surprisingly it is very funny seeing all these cats, dogs or goldfish wearing colourful underwear in secret. This book is truly pants-tastic and very well illustrated by Omri…
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Christmas Books for Children (that parents will love too)

In the era of digital media, Kindle and iPad, I still love turning the pages of books and particularly children’s books that are so colourful and beautifully illustrated. Here is a selection of London Mums’ favourite books this Christmas. GOBBOLINO THE WITCH’S CAT Reissued for its 70th anniversary, this classic tale by Ursula Moray Williams (Illustrated by Catherine Rayner)…
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