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Why diversity matters at Christmas 03/12/2020
The Night the Reindeer Saved Christmas author Raj Kaur Khaira explains why we need more...
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"Christmas was about everyone coming together": Kereen Getten's Christmas in Jamaica 02/12/2020
When Life Gives You Mangoes author Kereen Getten shares her memories of Christmas in Ja...
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"Becoming real": 8 books about beloved childhood toys 01/12/2020
The Midnight Guardians author Ross Montgomery shares his favourite books about the belo...
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Every six months, BookTrust appoints a new Writer or Illustrator in Residence to give us their own unique perspective on the world of children's books. Smriti Halls is best known for picture books like I Love You Night and Day and Elephant in My Kitchen
- These are the beautiful books we're sending out to children who are vulnerable or in care this year (and through community food banks, too!) You can help us add sparkle to their Christmas by supporting our #JustOneBook appeal: https://t.co/ZIKguURJV9 https://t.co/HriorFYGxK 4 hours ago
- Calling all secondary schools! We're giving you the chance to win a copy of the inspiring She Speaks for your library - it's a wonderful collection of great speeches from fearless women. Enter over this way: https://t.co/qm0GNrFy3B https://t.co/3lykGz32oq 5 hours ago
- There are so many classic stories about the secret life of toys! Ross Montgomery has chosen some of his favourites for us, but is your number one on his list? Find out here: https://t.co/yK8NDVfJvU Pic: Sarah Massini https://t.co/2hXuuyFsBY 6 hours ago