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Books O' the Week
If you’re looking for poetry with a difference then look no further than a collection of poems which feature bison. Yes, bison! They're not the only subject of the poems but they take the star spot ~ after all, and I think you’ll agree, they are undervalued. This might only be Sarah Ziman’s second published collection of poems, wordplay and riddles she has such a brilliant way with words that you’d never know ~ and you’ll find yourself seeing bison in a new light by the time you’ve enjoyed the poems!
What else can you expect? Well, there's Hamish – teacher’s pet; Aidan who always gets distracted in class; a Forest School for calm and peaceful moments; snakes looking for jobs; a dragon who roars thunder; a chipmunk with an interesting taste in ice-cream and lots of love with a cwtch and a cuddly bison! Plus there are charming illustrations adding a visual and an additional layer of humour and love.
Poems by Sarah Ziman, illustrations by Nia Havilliard
Published by Otter-Barry Books
The Harimau tigers of Malaysia are not a tiger I was aware of until reading this beautiful picturebook. As with many tiger populations around the world they are an endangered species. This story highlights their plight as well as sharing some beautiful messages.
With the threat of deforestation all around them a tiger and her cub realise they have to find not only a new home but also safety. Their adventure starts off well enough, they're excited and happy to explore their surroundings but when they are separated the cub has to find his bravery. He has to face the wild, soon realising he's not alone, there are many friends along the way, happy to help him find his mother and his new home. There are other animals who also need to find a new places to live. When they reach the destination they know is their new home, their sanctuary, they are reunited and whilst we feel very sad for their situation we are also very happy to see them reunited.
Written by Felicity Yeoh, illustrated by Megan Snyders
Published by HarperCollins Children’s Books
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