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Trade paperback. Following the success of last year's selection for adults, this is an inspirational collection of stories and poems chosen specifically to be read aloud to children. It includes extracts from modern favourites (David Almond, Frank Cottrell Boyce etc) to old classics (Kipling, Dickens, E. Nesbit) and each piece has been chosen by the Reader Organisation, who also receive royalties.
Synopsis
Research shows that the seemingly simple act of being read to brings remarkable health and happiness benefits. It stimulates thought and memory, encourages the sharing of ideas and feelings, hopes and fears. It enriches our lives and minds. This book offers a selection of prose and poetry suitable for reading aloud to children.
