Just So Stories

Random Reviews and Ramblings from Redcliffe

  • A Song for the King – Katrina Nannestad. Freya Black.

    Harper Collins Australia September 2025 Honestly, would you expect anything less than marvellous from this pair of celebrated creators? This is a truly lovely and fresh take on the nativity that will appeal to your Smalls greatly. It will also pave the way for some interesting discussions on changing perspectives in narratives with your older…

  • One Wise Sheep – Ulrich Hub. Illustrated by Jörg Mühle

    Walker Books Australia Imprint: Gecko Press ISBN13:9781776575961 Australia RRP:$17.99 New Zealand RRP:$19.99 I read this last night, cosy in bed, and was absolutely giggling all the way through. This is the most hilarious take on the biblical Christmas Story ever, with the entire episode from ‘winged creatures’ appearing with blazing lights to finding an empty…

  • The Worst Kids in the World – Barbara Robinson

    ISBN 10: 0099427400  ISBN 13: 9780099427407 Publisher: Random House UK, 1996 I’ve just finished my 30th year of teaching (yes, late starter) and in that very first year with a rather interesting Year 5 class in rural Qld, I read them this at the end of the year. I didn’t know the book at that stage but it was recommended for…