Kate DiCamillo is a celebrated and award-winning American author known for her emotionally rich and beautifully crafted children’s books. She has won two Newbery Medals for The Tale of Despereaux and Flora & Ulysses, both of which showcase her unique ability to blend humor, adventure, and heartfelt themes. DiCamillo’s stories often feature memorable characters overcoming challenges, with books like Because of Winn-Dixie and The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane standing as modern classics. Her storytelling is both poignant and uplifting, resonating with readers of all ages. Through her work, she continues to inspire with tales of hope, resilience, and the power of storytelling.
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Bedtime stories for 6, 7 and 8 year olds that end on time. Nine short chapter books, one chapter then lights off, picked by a former English teacher.
Raise your hand if you’ve got a comfort show (I’m proud to say I could probably recite seasons 1-10 of Friends off by heart). Or a meal you return to when your brain has left the chat (tuna jacket potato with cheese). Your child re-reading the same book over and over is the equivalent of […]
“Are we there yet?” A question banned on long car journeys up to Scotland when I was a kid. We were one of those families where the only person allowed to talk was the radio. Everything else was banned. Thank goodness I had my Walkman, a stack of books, and a generous supply of cheese […]
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