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January Read Aloud: The Wombles

If you are looking for a cosy, imaginative book that celebrates caring for the environment, community living, and creative problem-solving, The Wombles by Elisabeth Beresford  may be the right choice. This classic story introduces children to a group of unusual creatures who live quietly in the countryside, helping clean up after humans and turning discarded items into useful treasures. Below is a book synopsis, a fun discussion about what a Womble might be, and a few hands-on activities to extend the learning. Book Cover Book Review: The Wombles by Elisabeth Beresford Genre: Children’s fiction Best for ages: 6–10 (read-aloud or independent reading) The story follows a community of Wombles who live on Wimbledon Common in England. Each Womble has a distinct personality, from the wise and thoughtful Great Uncle Bulgaria to the energetic and curious younger Wombles. Their main mission is simple but meaningful: they collect litter left behind by humans and reuse it to make t...
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Children's Books That Highlight the Black Experience (0-5) yrs)

Black History Month isn’t the only time we read books that celebrate Black children, Black families, Black History and Black Excellence, to our children.

So as the month comes to an end, here are 7 such books I enjoy reading with my children right throughout the year. ❣️


1. Baby Goes To Market

Such a unique and vibrant story set in an African market. It teaches about kindness, community, African delicacies and customs and even counting.














2. Bippity Bop Barbershop














3. Dream Big Little One

Simple sentences about extraordinary black women who have made significant contributions to science, politics and the arts to name a few career  fields.


4. Full Full Of Love 

This book paints a picture of an intergenerational black family gathering for Sunday dinner. It's such a warm and inviting story. 


5. I Love My Hair












6. When God Made You

Such lovely poetry celebrating the black child and children in general. It's definitely one that both children and parents enjoy.



7. Whose Knees Are These?




What books that celebrate Black children, Black families, Black History and Black Excellence, do you enjoy reading to your children? 


You can share your favourites in the comments below.

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