During the holidays, we take reading breaks. We have selected 6 books for children under 6 to read in cocoon mode.
Here are our choices and our opinions on: On the way to grandpa's by Cécile Elma and Arno (Seuil Jeunesse). Since that's how it is, I'm leaving! by Mim (Author) and Héloïse Solt (Milan). The Inner Jewel by Anna Llenas (Glénat Jeunesse). My butterfly mom by Gwénola Morizur and Servane Revault (Langue au chat). Small white balloon by Brigitte Labbé and Stéphane Nicolet (Privat). The big book of everything I love by Delphine Renon (Bayard Jeunesse).
The big book of everything I love
About the book
A tender inventory of everyday life to savor all the little moments that a child loves. To open and reread throughout the year!
In this moment of reading, the child will enjoy talking about the little moments of daily life that he loves; and the adult to rediscover the sensations and scents of his childhood.
Why read it
The author addresses 16 themes that are part of everyday life (the city, birthdays, mornings, etc.). The Big Book of Everything I Love is a thematic walk that invites daydreaming and communication with others. A pleasantly calm reading time!
Book recommended from 3 years old To buy this book Click here or Click here
Small white balloon
About the book
Fortunately Simone saw Petit Ballon Blanc! He was all alone, He was all sad, Nobody saw him, But Simone will change everything. Taken on a rainbow-colored adventure, Little White Balloon discovers the joy of being surrounded and cherished.
Why read it
With tenderness and gentleness Brigitte Labbé takes the young reader into a touching, funny moment full of positive energy. It deals with important themes: friendship, difference and self-acceptance. This is a great read!
Book recommended from 4 years old To buy this book Click here or Click here
My butterfly mom
About the book
”This morning, I did one stupid thing, then two, then three, until it made my mother angry. But suddenly she stops chasing us and starts crying. She then tells us about her great adventure. The one who made her become a mother, with her fears, her joys, her doubts and her difficulties. “
Why read it
This book is both playful and sweet. It simply addresses parenting.
It is mainly the mother who tells the story and opens up. With humility she explains that it is not always easy to be a super mother. But love is there and leaves room for tenderness, daydreaming and beautiful moments. This book is a perfect introduction to opening a dialogue with children when things are not going so well.
Book recommended from 4 years old To buy this book Click here or Click here
The Inner Jewel
About the book
We are all born with an inner gem. It is our being, our essence, what we have most precious within us. But as we grow up, we tend to forget our needs, our emotions, our feelings… And that's how we disconnect.
Why read it
The creator of The color of emotions offers us a reading on self-esteem, respect for ourselves, and self-love while remaining attentive to others.
Benevolent and charming, this album enriched with layers and gilding is a sensitive call to love oneself and to love others.
Book recommended from 3 years old To buy this book Click here or Click here
On the way to grandpa's
About the book
At snack time, Brunette decides to go to her grandfather's house with nothing
tell anyone. She will be able to find the way on her own. She's big!
But when nature comes alive around her and reveals surprising and fantastic creatures, Brunette wonders… Did she take the wrong route?
Why read it
This pop-up book is a journey to a wonderful land. The tangy and light illustrations give a poetic side.
The little reader is an actor in the album when he lifts the different flaps and discovers the pop-ups full of surprises that unfold. This book invites calm and wide-eyed discovery.
Book recommended from 4 years old To buy this book Click here or Click here
Since that's how it is, I'm leaving!
About the book
Today, Émile had a very bad day. He had an argument with his friend Marcel at recess, Lucas pushed him and he hurt his nose, and finally, the teacher scolded him… Yes, it was a very bad day. Back home, his mother doesn't want him to paint. This time, he is so angry that he makes a terrible decision: “Since it’s like that, I’m leaving!”
Why read it
This album is a great approach to support children when they throw a tantrum. Sometimes helpless we don't necessarily have the right words to deflate this excess of emotion.
In addition to being fun to read, this book is a valuable tool for managing these moments as best as possible while letting children express themselves.
Book recommended from 3 years old To buy this book Click here or Click here
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