Your Christmas Book Gift Guide By Rebecca Magil
Christmas is almost here and what better present to give this festive season than the gift of reading. Rebecca Magill chooses a selection of the best children’s books written, illustrated or published in South London to put under the tree.
CHRISTMAS STREET – Written by Jonathan Emmett – Illustrated by Ingela P Arrhenius – Published by Nosy Crow – £14.99
This wonderful alphabet lift-the-flap book is not only stunning to look at, it also turns into a fold-out play scene, as well as acting as a beautiful festive frieze to decorate your room.
SEVEN SISTERS – Written by Ayisha Malik – Illustrated by Erika Meza – Published by Little Tiger – £12.99
This charming tale tells the story of seven sisters who live in a tree, each with their own special talent. A brilliant book to celebrate difference and creativity.
PICK A PINE TREE – Written by Patricia Toht – Illustrated by Jarvis – Published by Walker Books – £8.99
A brilliant book to get into the festive spirit, it tells the story of one family’s journey to collect and decorate their Christmas tree. A beautiful pop-up tree at the end finishes the story perfectly.
MY FIRST POP UP DINOSAURS – Written and illustrated by Owen Davey – Published by Walker Books – £15
Filled with 15 incredibly intricate pop-ups, this is the perfect book for any little dinosaur fans. They’ve got every letter of the alphabet covered – from allosaurus to zuniceratops.
WHAT WE’LL BUILD – Written and illustrated by Oliver Jeffers – Published by Harper Collins – £14.99
With artwork so beautiful it belongs in a gallery, this book by world-renowned artist Jeffers tells the story of a father and a daughter laying foundations for the future world.
DAVID BOWIE: LITTLE PEOPLE , BIG DREAMS – Written by Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara – Illustrated by Ana Albero – Published by Frances Lincoln – £9.99
Discover the life story of this famous South London resident in this charming book. Part of the smash-hit Little People Big Dreams series.
For an extra Christmas treat, head to Crystal Palace online children’s book shop Rhymes For Little Minds and enjoy 10% off all the titles below.
Simply enter the code CP10 at the checkout. Order by 14th December for guaranteed Christmas delivery. Free delivery within three miles of Crystal Palace. Visit www.rhymesforlittleminds.com.