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How to keep teenage boys reading 17/04/24
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Rashmi's favourite factual books 15/04/24
The Pond
Publisher: Graffeg Books
A young boy and his father are preparing to build a pond in the garden, but they only get as far as digging a muddy hole before Dad passes away. Will the pond ever get finished, or will it be left as a gap in the ground? And will the water lilies, tadpoles and dragonflies Dad dreamed of ever arrive?
Nicola Davies' tale is heartbreaking and unafraid of tackling the real pain involved in losing someone you love, but it strikes an ultimately hopeful tone. Complemented by Cathy Fisher's astonishingly evocative, swirling and exquisite illustrations, The Pond is a raw and emotional read but an important one, using nature to symbolise the circle of life in a thoughtful, considered and beautiful way.
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Book to support mental health awareness for ages 8 and over
Books that acknowledge or explore mental health issues can help to increase awareness, encourage dialogue, reduce stigma and develop real understanding. The following suggestions offer a spectrum of different perspectives and are well worth seeking out.
