Book Themes
Looking for books with a particular theme?
We’ve highlighted popular themes in our book reviews and blogs – from books about bullying and starting school to adventure and fantasy series. And we’re adding to them all the time. If there’s anything you’re looking for in particular, type it into the search icon below or drop us a note!
Brave Like Me!
Brave Like Me! is based on the author Zulaikha Patel's true story of being a scared young girl who finds her braveness through self-belief and later activism against racism and discrimination.
Neo’s Invisible Blanket
Author, actress and producer Salamina Mosese tells a sweet story about a little boy who has to learn to find his bravery when when he feels scared to do new things.
Children’s Conservation Stories
A delightful set of self published conservation books created by the children of St Martins Pre-Primary, with funding from the Jonny Lowe Memorial Trust. Age 4-8.
Play and Storytelling Workshop
Everyone is a story teller - they just need an opportunity to play and create. The Book Tree helped facilitate a story telling and play-based workshop with the wonderful team at Bini Birdies at Alex Education Committee Saturday School.
Episode 10 – How To Buy Books For Your Kids
Looking for new books for your children? It can be overwhelming deciding what to buy at the book store. So many books! So many fun, colourful covers! So much money spent, you want to be sure it's a winner! We share top tips on how to select books for your...
Ms Rachel: 100 First Words
Teach your little ones their first 100 words with this board book from You Tube's favourite teacher, Ms Rachel, including 100 words and visually stimulating photos for little ones to read, look at and learn.
How Many Ways Can You Say Thank You?
Another sure fire winner from author Refiloe Moahloli, author of the popular How Many Ways Can You Say Hello? series that will teach your children to say Thank You! in all the different South African languages, including sign language.
Alan King of the Universe
A hilarious graphic novel about an orange cat called Alan and his trusty side-kick Fido who are mismatched partners in Alan's quest for world domination. Perfect for newly independent readers age 7- 11.
Episode 9 – The Olympics of Reading with Reading Quizzes
The Olympics of Reading: We talk to Literacy activist Marjorie Brown about the Kids’ Lit Quiz and Phendulani Quiz which celebrate children with a love for reading.
Dance to Your Own Beat
Zazi dreams about dancing, but she’s too scared to try. What if she’s not good enough? What will people say? A lovely story about overcoming your fears and believing in yourself and letting others support you! Written by South African author Refiloe Moahloli.
Henry, Like Always
Henry is neuro-divergent and the thought of changing the school timetable for a big, noisy parade, causes him anxiety until he comes up with a clever plan to find his own way!
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