Our Pick of the best Books for your Gorgeous Grandchildren at Christmas.
These books will guarantee they'll not be glued to a digital screen every day... Plus every single one is either a fascinating fact-filled reference bonanza or a beautifully illustrated collection of stories. If you are interested in any of these titles, please ask in the Tearooms, if they are not currently in stock, they will be able to pre-order for you.
Animalium. Welcome to the Museum by Jenny Broom
A rich, informative and truly wonderful cabinet of curiosities is beautifully displayed in this imaginative book. Animalium, is like your very own private museum, where you can pore over each “exhibit” at your leisure. With fascinating facts and beautiful illustrations, it’s a must for any child with a love for the animal kingdom. Maps by Alexsandra Mizielinska This book of maps is a visual feast for readers of all ages, with lavishly drawn illustrations, the maps show not only borders, cities, rivers, and peaks, but also places of historical and cultural interest, eminent personalities, iconic animals and plants, cultural events and many more fascinating facts associated with every region
The Street Beneath My Feet by Charlotte Guillian
A double-sided fold-out book that delves underground to reveal everything that happens beneath our feet, both in the city and the countryside. covering subjects such as geology, archaeology and natural history. Playful, informative and with fabulous illustrations. Taking readers on a journey to the centre of the earth, layer by layer.
Lots by Marc Martin
A delightful guide to the world for young explorers. You'll be taken from Hong Kong to the Amazon, Antarctica to India - from the villages, towns and cities where most people live, to the deserts and vast oceans that cover the surface of the planet. There is so much to discover - lots of people, lots of places, lots of different landscapes and cultures. The pages are full of fun and personality, with quirky facts and gorgeous handdrawn illustrations which are sure to capture readers' attention.
The Atlas of Fairy Tales by Claudia Bordin
Whether it's Little Red Riding Hood wandering through the woods or Alice falling down the rabbit hole to Wonderland, almost every fairy tale and children's classic book tells the story of a protagonist's journey. Through a series of stunningly illustrated maps of iconic fantasylands, this atlas depicts those incredible adventures as never before. Enjoy a breath-taking aerial view of Dorothy and her friends following the Yellow Brick Road into the Emerald City, or of Pinocchio's travels in his quest to become a real boy. This beautiful volume contains eight tales in all.