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Thoughts from Grandpa: Volume 1
I started to write poems for my grandchildren which would be amusing for them to hear, whilst at the same time explain some of the typical things that happen in life as they grew up. My three girls have always been an inspiration to me and to see them grow into responsible, well-balanced individuals with positive outlooks and a strong self-belief is truly rewarding.
The aim of this book was to create a framework for children to visualise the ‘topic’, have fun hearing or reading it, but at the same time be able to understand the moral and environmental stories that they tell. The books will not only entertain children but will become benchmark messages for how they should behave and react to situations. Written in simple language but introducing slightly more complicated words every now and then, the book will help children understand and extend their vocabulary and verbal understanding.
Children think in pictures long before they can read, and these books keep the pictures alive in their heads whilst their learning and development takes place.
My original thinking was to create sixty-second animated films for each topic, which could be shown as ‘interludes’ on children’s TV and as behavioural poems that children could learn from a very early age at nursery and primary schools, where the shaping of behaviour is most influential and most important.
Learning how to behave and understanding the things in life can be fun. I hope you think the same!
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Thomas's Tooth
The story unfolds the day before Thomas’s birthday with the crazy antics of the guardian fairies. We go from a simple toothache to multiple visits to the Accident & Emergency department of the hospital. Then to the party the following day, a food fight and strange games with the inevitable happening, more visits to A&E.
Boys will love it and girls will smile at the antics of silly boys!
Now the truth is out, the myth that Christmas tree fairies are tucked away in tinsel each year is blown out of the water. Yes, you think they are nestling in a bed of tinsel in a box in the loft but no, Christmas on the tree is their holiday and their real day jobs are as guardian fairies for little boys and girls. Most are able but unfortunately not all, some are not as competent as they should be, and some are downright incompetent! In Thomas’s Tooth we have a birthday party of injured and plaster-casted boys running amok, and all due to the exceptionally incompetent actions of Thomas’s fairy Erik and his fellow fairies.
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This is Monkey
Come and join Monkey on his adventures.
Monkey takes a walk in the forest exploring his surroundings, bounding happily over ponds and through the trees. Next…Monkey decides to bake, but which will it be: fairy cakes, scones or gingerbread?
This book is full of colourful illustrations and fun! Perfect for young readers.
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This Is How We Kiss Goodnight
From cheek-to-cheek teddy bear kisses, to fluttering butterfly kisses, Effie and her mummy decide to inspire lots of goodnight kisses before bedtime for everyone to share.
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Things That Go Bump in the Night
Delve into a tale that captures a young boy’s bedtime anxieties, beautifully soothed by the warmth of family bonds. As night falls and bedtime approaches, his vivid imagination embarks on a journey familiar to many, moving from apprehension to reassurance.
Readers of all ages will find themselves drawn into this relatable scenario, brought to life through captivating storytelling and exquisite illustrations.
This delightful narrative conveys an important message: in the comforting embrace of family, one never has to feel alone. It’s a charming story about finding solace and security within the loving circle of one’s family.
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The Magical Creature
What happens when a young girl called Jackie goes on a magical adventure and finds herself lost? Something truly fantastic happens...
Read on to find out in this intriguing and fun-filled story accompanied by charming colourful illustrations.
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There's a Plane on my Pyjamas
Claire makes good use of the plane on her pyjamas, jetting off to explore new places after her Mum kisses her goodnight. Last night she flew off to Kisumu in Kenya! After looking at all the animals in the Great Rift Valley, she meets a boy called Kioko who welcomes her into his very different-looking home…
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There's A Dragon Inside Me
“Do you have a dragon inside you?”
Joey can’t see his dragon but he sure can feel him.Join Joey as he learns what anger feels and looks like and shares some simple battle tips to ‘help put the fire out’.
Written by a psychologist in her mission to assist parents and children with early emotional literacy.
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Theo’s Ocean Discovery
Theo, an explorer and treasure collector, discovers that his treasure is not quite what it seems. He learns a valuable lesson and understands how the disposal of plastic in the ocean can be devastating.
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The ‘Peanut’ Elephant Company
Páraig De Faoite is an Irish author and Seanachaí, a teller of stories. He has crafted many tales over the years to entertain children or help them to sleep and most of them were created on the spot and only some of them made it into print. This is a rare chance for you to enter this world of fantasy and mystery presented in a unique fashion. His style of writing is extremely unique, such that it has not been seen before. This is also due to his natural and incredible imagination. Each of his stories is beautifully captured by the great skill of the illustrator, who also has an amazing imagination and love for vibrant colours. Here be dragons and trolls and other fey folk to entertain the child within you all. Whether it’s talking flowers, space aliens or a caterpillar with a mind of its own, the common theme in this collection is that of transformation.
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The Wych Elm
One autumn morning, Dulcie sets off to explore Whortleberry Wood, keen to embark on a nature trail. As she traverses the winding path, she finds herself irresistibly drawn deep into the heart of the mysterious wood. Here, she stumbles upon a realm filled with enchantment and magic, a world inhabited by pixies, elves, and their wondrous woodland Queen.
The pixies befriend Dulcie, inviting her to witness their captivating pageant. She watches, enthralled, as the pointy-toed pixies dance and twirl, her attention captivated by the strange events unfolding and the beauty of the woodland Queen. However, the tranquillity of the woods is disrupted by a mischievous hobgoblin, whose intentions are filled with trickery. But what is his purpose, and what will his fate be?
This picture book, brimming with magical adventures and charming characters, is a treasure that every child will delight in reading.
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The Westminster Monsters
When Ted and his six magical eggs take a trip to London, disaster strikes as two of the eggs hatch into monsters who wreak havoc on Westminster Bridge, eating everything in their path. As Ted works to defeat these terrifying creatures and clean up the mess they've left behind, he discovers that his four remaining eggs are about to hatch. Will he be able to stop the next wave of monsters and protect the city? Follow Ted on this thrilling adventure as he confronts the challenges of magical egg-tending and battles to save the day. Read on to find out what happens to Ted and his mischievous monsters.
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