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April 2020: Fantasy Tales
There’s nothing quite like immersing yourself in a magnificent story: pure escapism! Getting lost in a book is an ideal way to alleviate the restrictions of the current climate, especially for young...
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July 2020: Make ‘em Laugh
Funny books aren’t just all about the laughs. They are that, and more, and our mental health thanks them kindly every time we bump into a hilarious comic, a LOL picturebook or a put a...
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August 2020 Listen Up! Audiobooks are books too!
Readers come in all shapes and sizes, from the voracious bibliovores who seem to inhale books on sight and need their own library card if you don’t want to break the bank, to those who, for one reason...
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September 2020 Overwhelming thoughts and feelings.
We all know what it feels like to be overstimulated or feel overwhelmed. Most people have experienced overactive thoughts and a flood of emotions, but for some people with sensory processing disorder...
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October 2020: Worry
We are currently living in challenging times. Now more than ever, it is important to equip ourselves and the young people in our lives with different ways to deal with worry, stress, anxiety and...
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November 2020: Budding Scientists
Ready for Science Week? Science is a way of looking at the world, of understanding it and, sometimes, of transforming it. And it’s all around us. From morning to bedtime, you and your little one walk...
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December 2020: Recommended reads from 2020
As this has been such a challenging year, celebrating the festive season seems even more important. As some people won’t be able to physically be with family and loved ones, we know there are many...
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January 2021: Music, Maestro!
Even though you have turned off Christmas FM for another year, you might find it hard to stop humming Jingle Bells or Feliz Navidad. But don’t worry, we have the books to help you! Music is such an...
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February 2021: It’s raining cats and dogs
As January was a very long month, celebrating the new spring season is definitely something to look forward to, especially the arrival of colourful and fragrant spring flowers. Speaking of sniffing...
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March 2021:Happy Books to Take Your Mind Off Things
The days are getting longer, the outdoors greener and the weather more clement. Many of us will have spent the past twelve months trying very hard to focus on silver linings and rainbows, but it’s...
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April 2021: Overcoming Fears
We all know that uncomfortable feeling of fear, uncertainty and anxiety. This collection of stories highlights many ways to deal with and overcome these overwhelming feelings. Whether it’s moving to a...
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May 2021: Beyond Words
Wordless books are sometimes called ‘silent’ books, because they are not ‘talking’ to the reader using words. But they have so much to say! And they will have you, dear reader, use so many words...
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June 2021: Pride
‘“One mum and one dad isn’t what every family has. I have two dads who love each other”, replied Matilda’. From The Girl with Two Dads by Mel Elliott June is Pride month and we are thrilled to share...
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July 2021: Sports for All!
With many sporting events resuming around the world and many sports clubs finally reopening close to home, young fanatics can don their kits once more (as players or supporters or both) and savour the...
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August 2021: Sure Where Else Would You Be?
It’s that time of year again, folks, so pack your sun cream, umbrella, sandals and wellies! With incredible coast lines, stunning mountain ranges, hidden caves and breath-taking views, Ireland is a...
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September 2021: Comics!
Comics and graphic novels often get bad press. Deemed ‘too easy’ or too ‘silly’, they’re often seen as flimsy material, unworthy of much attention. If you find yourself in the category of parents who...
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October 2021: Diversity, Inclusion and Representation
Each and every one of us make the world a diverse and beautiful place. Currently, there are 6,500 languages spoken across 195 countries, which is quite incredible. We know there are many ways to...
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