Book Reviews – 0 to 3 Years Old

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All That I Am: A Collection of South African Poems & Songs

by The Book Tree | Apr 7, 2025 | Book Reviews, Books for 0-3 Year Olds, Books for 4-6 Year Olds, Books for 7-9 Year Olds, Poetry, Rhyming, South African Books

A jam-packed book of South African songs and poems celebrating our rich heritage in each of South Africa’s eleven official languages.

The South African Alphabet of Affirmations

by The Book Tree | Apr 7, 2025 | Book Reviews, Books for 0-3 Year Olds, Books for 4-6 Year Olds, Family and Self, Picture Book, South African Books, Uncategorized

Edited by Nyashe Williams and illustrated by Sanelisiwe Singaphi (Pan Macmillan) A gorgeous book of affirmations that highlights each of South Africa’s eleven official languages: Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, siSwati, Tshivenda, Xitsonga, Afrikaans, English, isiNdebele,...

African Stories: Once Upon A Buffalo

by The Book Tree | Feb 19, 2025 | African Story, Animal, Book Reviews, Books for 0-3 Year Olds, Books for 4-6 Year Olds, Picture Book

Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out WHY the Buffalo has horns! A vibrant animal adventure perfect for curious children.

My First Lift-The-Flap Fairy Tales

by The Book Tree | Feb 8, 2025 | Book Reviews, Books for 0-3 Year Olds, Books for 4-6 Year Olds, Design and Illustration, Fairy Tales, Picture Book, Rhyming

We are big fans of fairy tales and this hard cover lift-the-flap picture book is the perfect introduction for little ones age 2-5.

The Number Train

by The Book Tree | Dec 14, 2024 | Board Books, Book Reviews, Books for 0-3 Year Olds, Books for 4-6 Year Olds

One of the best board books around to teach children their numbers – plus it doubles as a toy, with spinning wheels and a concertina pull out format. One of our favourite new board books for toddlers.

African Nursery Rhymes

by The Book Tree | Jul 28, 2024 | Book Reviews, Books for 0-3 Year Olds, Books for 4-6 Year Olds, South African Books, Uncategorized

This collection of 55 traditional nursery rhymes have been specially reworked and adapted for South African children.

Rocket Says Look Up!

by The Book Tree | Jul 14, 2024 | Book Reviews, Books for 0-3 Year Olds, Books for 4-6 Year Olds, Design and Illustration, Diversity

An inspiring story about a little girl, Rocket, who has her eyes on the stars and her heart set on becoming an astronaut.

We’re Going To Find The Monster!

by The Book Tree | Jul 12, 2024 | Book Reviews, Books for 0-3 Year Olds, Books for 4-6 Year Olds, Design and Illustration, Diversity, Uncategorized

Written by Malorie Blackman and Illustrated by Dapo Adeola Age 2-5 Join Eddie and Charlie on a fun-filled journey to find the 'monster' - who may turn out to be their older brother! This read-aloud favourite is written by renowned author Malorie Blackman and award...

One Love

by The Book Tree | Feb 21, 2024 | Book Reviews, Books for 0-3 Year Olds, Books for 4-6 Year Olds, Picture Book, Series, Uncategorized

One Love brings Bob Marley’s most beloved song to life for a new generation with a joyful reggae beat. Perfect for age 3-6 year olds.

The Heart and the Bottle

by The Book Tree | Feb 15, 2023 | Book Reviews, Books for 0-3 Year Olds, Books for 10-12 Years, Books for 4-6 Year Olds, Books for 7-9 Year Olds, Family and Self, Grief, Uncategorized

What happens when we try to protect ourselves from getting hurt by locking our hearts away? Follow a child’s journey from loss to love and joy again as she learns to let her heart be free.