Longlisted for the Klaus Flugge Prize 2022. Advanced: Daily Deals Brand Outlet Help & Contact Sell Watchlist Expand Watch List. The combination is a picture book that will inspire a love of libraries, reading, books and words in even the most reluctant reader. The Library Book : Gabby Dawnay: : Books Books Teen & Young Adult Buy new: 22.67 RRP: 24.99 Save: 2.32 (9) FREE delivery Thursday, April 6. Written in a catchy rhyming style by bestselling author Gabby Dawnay, The Library Book will trigger a love of words in readers of all abilities, while Ian Morris’ inventive watercolour illustrations – which are reminiscent of two British illustration greats, Quentin Blake and Chris Riddell – make Zach’s emotional journey come alive. When a class field trip to the library results in one child (Zach). Through lively rhymes and dynamic illustrations, The Library Book helps early readers understand the plethora of books available to them through their local library and encourages parents, guardians and teachers to help children find books that appeal to their personal interests. The Library Book is a book about books, namely library books and how enjoyable they can be. These outcomes are most likely when reading takes place out of free choice. As well as being linked to academic attainment, reading for pleasure can increase empathy, our understanding of our own identity, and improve mental health.

The benefits of reading for pleasure are well researched. Written in a catchy rhyming style by bestselling author Gabby Dawnay The Library Book will trigger a love of words in readers of all abilities while Ian.

The Library Book by Gabby Dawnay