Some short traditional rhymes in Scots dialect. The perfect book of rhymes to share in a Scottish themed rhymetime or storytime. I share something fro...moreSome short traditional rhymes in Scots dialect. The perfect book of rhymes to share in a Scottish themed rhymetime or storytime. I share something from this book almost every week. Read in numerous Baby Rhymetimes.(less)
Here is a fun story about all the amazing things Wee Granny brings out of her special tartan bag. Her grandchildren, Emily and Harry, enjoy going plac...moreHere is a fun story about all the amazing things Wee Granny brings out of her special tartan bag. Her grandchildren, Emily and Harry, enjoy going places with Granny as whatever Granny has in her bag is sure to surprise. I won't list the items here as that would spoil the reading, I'll just say that there is everthing to bake cupcakes, except the kitchen sink! The publisher is Picture Kelpies who have some activities to go along with the book http://www.picturekelpies.co.uk/books.... (less)
A longer story for pre-schoolers about a Highland Cow called Hamish. Because of his size and untidy habits Hamish isn't easy to live with. His friends...moreA longer story for pre-schoolers about a Highland Cow called Hamish. Because of his size and untidy habits Hamish isn't easy to live with. His friends first eject him from their home, but then feel sorry for him and devise a solution that they will all be happy with. This book covers the themes of empathy, sympathy, friendship, planning and problem resolution. The illustrations are bright and comical with a nice Scottish feel (that would be the Highland Toffee).(less)
An ABC book with a tail/tale to tell. Georgie the dog is tantalised by a freshly baked apple pie. The illustrations tell the story with minimal text,...moreAn ABC book with a tail/tale to tell. Georgie the dog is tantalised by a freshly baked apple pie. The illustrations tell the story with minimal text, and they capture the thoughts and actions of the dog beautifully. The end papers give more to talk about what goes into an apple pie too! I aim to read this will all my groups, I think thet'll all love it (at different levels). Disappointed that it didn't show lower as well as upper case letters. There is a discrepancy between the case of the letter displayed on the page and it's use in the text. Read to Rising 3s 16/feb/12 Read to all Nursery classes 17/feb/12(less)
At the time of writing there is no information on this author/illustrator. You'll find information here fr...moreNice story about Polar bears and friendship.
At the time of writing there is no information on this author/illustrator. You'll find information here from her own website. http://www.catherinerayner.co.uk/inde.... Read to Nursery classes 24/Feb/2012.(less)
An excellent story about a rabbit with a talent for poems and rhymes. His rabbit friends just eating and running and sleeping, and rabbit is miserable...moreAn excellent story about a rabbit with a talent for poems and rhymes. His rabbit friends just eating and running and sleeping, and rabbit is miserable until he meets a sheep who also enjoys poems and they rhyme together. A lovely book to introduce poetry and rhyming words. Slightly long for the nursery crowd, but worth persevering with.(less)
A fun story about two ewe's living on a Scottish hillside with their new offspring. The ewe's have very different character traits; Mrs Floss being ca...moreA fun story about two ewe's living on a Scottish hillside with their new offspring. The ewe's have very different character traits; Mrs Floss being cautious, and Mrs Fleece being fearless. Their lambs exhibit the opposite traits from their mothers until the big bad wolf makes an appearance. An interesting book to use in discussions of difference and opposites, and possibly (road) safety. A heart-warming tale enhanced with a little Scottish dialogue. The illustrations are somewhat stylised, but are still recognisable to wee ones and are a delight (drawn by Natalie Russell). (less)
A deer couple can't resist an abandoned baby whose note requests "I am a dear little baby. please love me and cuddle me and read me lots of stories"....moreA deer couple can't resist an abandoned baby whose note requests "I am a dear little baby. please love me and cuddle me and read me lots of stories". However the little antlered creature won't stop roaring. Various friends and family try to sort out the "dear little baby", but they all mysteriously disappear. Granny Bear sorts the problem with her burping cure, and the mystery of the baby's identity is solved! A fun story with funny illustrations. (less)
A charming story about Snip, the baby crocodile. He talks to his friends and finds that their dads can do all sorts of interesting things, which Snip...moreA charming story about Snip, the baby crocodile. He talks to his friends and finds that their dads can do all sorts of interesting things, which Snip realises that his dad cannot do. however, he finds out that his dad is amazing after all.(less)
A mixture of facts and fantasy, the story tells how the loon on the moon makes the moon glow with children's dreams, intertwined with real planets and...moreA mixture of facts and fantasy, the story tells how the loon on the moon makes the moon glow with children's dreams, intertwined with real planets and made up creatures. Some of the illustrations are nothing short of beautiful. I love the idea that stories and dreams might power the moon's light, but think the book might be more suited to school aged, rather than preschool children. The illustrations reminded me of those in the Beetles Yellow Submarine movie.(less)
An unusual story written in letter form from a vampire child to his vampire grandmother about their troublesome supposedly 'normal' neighbours. It cla...moreAn unusual story written in letter form from a vampire child to his vampire grandmother about their troublesome supposedly 'normal' neighbours. It claims to be about accepting others, but somehow fails, as the vampire family move away instead. Scottish Book Trust awards (0 - 7 years) - 2011(less)
Flora the baby rabbit can't go to sleep without her blanket. She is offered all manner of solutions and turns down every one with a "no" (giving the o...moreFlora the baby rabbit can't go to sleep without her blanket. She is offered all manner of solutions and turns down every one with a "no" (giving the opportunity for some participation).(less)
This delightful rhyming text captures exactly the sorts of activities that happen in (British-style) playgroups and also captures the likeness to the...more
This delightful rhyming text captures exactly the sorts of activities that happen in (British-style) playgroups and also captures the likeness to the child who has yet to learn to conform to the playgroup expectations and experience. The book appears to be non judgemental, but the choice of (silly) goat as the one who is different implies that he should conform, and I'm not sure that we shouldn't place a higher value on individuality. The setting is spot on, but I find the use of a goat unsettling and the setting apart the child can't/won't conform equally uncomfortable.(less)
The amusing cumulative tale of a boy who is eaten was successively larger imaginative beasts, whose sister comes to rescue him. Unfortunately this tu...more
The amusing cumulative tale of a boy who is eaten was successively larger imaginative beasts, whose sister comes to rescue him. Unfortunately this turns out to be a little harder than she expected. It's refreshing to have a female hero, although younger brother Louis turns out to be pretty awesome too! Told with humour and imagination, it should be a big hit with the storytime crowd. (less)
This is a great book in more ways than one. It has pleasing, humorous and rhyming text and lovely illustrations to enhance the telling. Then it has s...more
This is a great book in more ways than one. It has pleasing, humorous and rhyming text and lovely illustrations to enhance the telling. Then it has some great sets of rhyming words pet/net,dog/frog, cat/bat, mouse/louse, parrot/carrot and caterpillar/gorilla. Finally it has an explanation and some simple rules on how to make your speech understandable to someone who cannot hear well, like the delightful fairy who wants to please, little Bessie-Belle.(less)
A beautifully told tale with repetitive phrases about how a wise man helps the old lady find more room in her house which feels as though it is a 'squ...moreA beautifully told tale with repetitive phrases about how a wise man helps the old lady find more room in her house which feels as though it is a 'squash and a squeeze'. It features some pesky animals (cow, pig, goat and hen) that unknowingly help to sort out her problem.(less)
A rhyming story in Scot's dialect about Katie playing hide and seek with the cat. The story and the rhythm are lovely "Where is that cat? Dae you ken,...moreA rhyming story in Scot's dialect about Katie playing hide and seek with the cat. The story and the rhythm are lovely "Where is that cat? Dae you ken, Coo?" "He was here, but he's no here noo." [Where is that cat, do you know cow?" "He was here, but he's not here now."] However, I feel that the rhythm is somewhat broken with the inclusion of a single fold-out section and the last few lines.(less)
Hairy Hetty is a beautiful highland cow with a thick hairy coat to get her through the cold Scottish winter. She's nice and cosy, but a succession of...more
Hairy Hetty is a beautiful highland cow with a thick hairy coat to get her through the cold Scottish winter. She's nice and cosy, but a succession of other animals want to share her warm coat; blackbirds, butterflies, squirrels and a mountain hare. As the animals breed and enjoy their new home Hetty gets more and more uncomfortable. Come springtime Hetty needs some help, and Granny Macleod is there to help. A cute tale showing the changing seasons with a Scottish twist.(less)
A fun story about a kindly giant who gives up his new clothes to help the needy animals he encounters. They is a repeating chorus with a cumulative el...moreA fun story about a kindly giant who gives up his new clothes to help the needy animals he encounters. They is a repeating chorus with a cumulative element. A moral tale without too much sugary coating.(less)
An amusingly illustrated book in Scots language. The text, in rhyming couplets, describes each number and picture, including the name of the animal an...moreAn amusingly illustrated book in Scots language. The text, in rhyming couplets, describes each number and picture, including the name of the animal and the number in Scots, and similarly describing what they are doing. Example: "Twa dink coos Readin oot the news" = Two neat and tidy cows, reading the news. Funded from the Lottery by the now defunct Scottish Arts Council.(less)
A fun book with attractive bright illustrations and a little Scottish flavour. Hamish is big shaggy Highland Cow who doesn't like to groom, and especi...moreA fun book with attractive bright illustrations and a little Scottish flavour. Hamish is big shaggy Highland Cow who doesn't like to groom, and especially doesn't like to wash. Consequently his warm thick coat is knotty and smelly, and sticky with the highland toffees that Hamish likes to eat so much. Hamish's friends have had enough and bribe him to go along to the hairdresser, a sheep [shearing] salon. Hamish, although nervous, finds that the salon is quite a fun place and finds that the haircut didn't hurt at all. His disappointment comes later when he realises that now his hair is shorter he has nowhere to store his toffee reward. However his friends come to his assistance, and the problem is solved. Hamish is an engaging character, with characteristics that I'm sure that small children will recognise. I'm always pleased to read and enjoy a GOOD book with a taste of Scottishness!(less)
Delightfully sparse text about a little girl who makes some papers dolls with her mum and takes them on all kinds of adventures in her home and garden...moreDelightfully sparse text about a little girl who makes some papers dolls with her mum and takes them on all kinds of adventures in her home and garden and through her own imagination. Her memory of them stays with her as she grows up, becomes a mother and helps her own daughter make a new set of paper dolls. There are some nice repeated refrains and the dolls names' are perfect!(less)
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