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[ladywhisp]

penlo_deuph, I couldn't fit my children's books recommendations into a comment, so they're behind this cut!

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[penlo_deuph]

Wow, a whole post for my answer, thank you :-)

I have a huge passion for children's literature too, I'm just sure there are hundreds of people out there who know a hell of a lot more than I do about them!

Where to start?! Firstly, I have read and loved Artemis Fowl, am a huge Discworld fan (bored my English teacher in 4th year at high school with endless Disc-related essays!), and love Goodnight Mr Tom. As for the other stuff, thank you so much for all the info, it really is useful. Other people have already recommended Burgess, and I have been meaning to read Bloodtide for ages now! As for the Shirley Hughes book, I'm really interested in looking at that, as retellings of fairytales are full of potential for teaching. It's great to hear names I've never heard of, because not only can I get into new and exciting stuff, but maybe the kids I'm teaching will have read it. Away to have a hunt on Amazon now...

So, many thanks!

ps I've added you to my friends list on the strength of this post, hope you don't mind!

[ladywhisp]

That's fine, sweetie! I'm a huge believer in the power of reading, especially for children, and I'm hoping to get back into working at a book shop ASAP!

Hope the post helped!

[if_venice_sinks]

Bridge to Terabithia
the very first book that made me cry. I was in grade 6. It kind of worried me how upset I got. now I sob throughout most books.

[ladywhisp]

I generally don't cry at books, but Bridge to Terabithia catches so well the utter loss. Ooh, I could cry now...