11th May 2017, Pavilion Children's Books, 32 pages, Paperback, Review copy
Summary from Pavilion
In her second book, Lisa Stickley tells the story of a Edith who has
made the big move into her new house, with her big bedroom and a big
bed. But Edith is only little, so her toys are all arranged around the
room and they help her to settle in.
Join Gary Guardsman, Osbert T Octopus, Major Ted and the other toys
as they give a guided tour of the room and the role each of them plays
in keeping the room safe, tidy and happy. This book is packed with
quirky and funny illustrations that help you with the story as you read.
Nayu's thoughts
While not my favourite style of
illustration (sorry Lisa!) this book is a super cute way to introduce
younger readers to what happens when they move house. I liked how the
patterened backgrounds were muted colours leaving the other objects
bright and colourful. Some animals camouflage well against the
furniture, some don't, but all have individual characters and a set
job to do in the new room.
I adore how everything is on lined paper
like a child's exercise book, and the font used is childlike and
looks as if it could be in pencil, which children frequently use. My favourite
toy is Reginald with his big ears and his fluffy looking self (the bunny on the cover). The
cat finds almost the ideal spot, but I wonder where she will end up.
It's cool that Edith has a spare bed in her new room-not only is it
handy for when her grandmother stays it must be perfect for making a fort with!
Find out more on Lisa's website.
Suggested read
Another book which pays attention to textures is My Mummy is Magic by Dawn Richards and Jane Massey (Children's, Picture book, 9/10E)
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