Children’s books

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13 classic books to read with the kids over the break

Now is the perfect time for catching up with friends and family and relaxing by the fire with…

By Jennifer McShane

Caroline Busher

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Page Turners: ‘The Boy Who Slipped Through Time’ author Caroline Busher

Author Caroline Busher on her literary influences, writing process, and how historical fiction can help to connect young…

By Sarah Gill

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5 inspirational books perfect for reading with your little ones

Five reads that will inspire and encourage intriguing minds and books that you are guaranteed to enjoy as…

By Jennifer McShane

Ellen Ryan

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Ellen Ryan on research, reading, and retelling ancient myths

Here, we catch up with writer and journalist Ellen Ryan to chat about everything from her literary greats…

By Sarah Gill

SELF

From foster care to Olympian: The new book all about Hockey Ireland’s star goalie Ayeisha McFerran

Olympian, Hockey World Cup Goalkeeper of the Tournament, Winner of Four All American Awards… Ayeisha McFerran is a…

By Sarah Finnan

LIVING

The children’s books to buy this Christmas for kids of all ages and interests

We’ve rounded up the best children’s books of 2020, chock-full of giggles, courage and adventure for kids of…

By Shayna Sappington

EDITORIAL

Teaching compassion and celebrating difference: our favourite books to help raise woke kids

It can be hard to know how to raise compassionate, kind children, but telling them stories that normalise…

By Megan Burns

childhood books

EDITORIAL

5 childhood books you should revisit as an adult (or thumb through with the kids)

Just because we get older doesn't mean the lessons we learn from children's books are any less important.…

By Jennifer McShane

JK Rowling

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Parents, rejoice: JK Rowling is publishing a free children’s book and Dublin Zoo launches Eco Explorers Club

Are you finding it hard to keep the kids entertained? Well, JK Rowling and Dublin Zoo are here…

By Edaein OConnell

Elton John and David Furnish - books for children

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5 brilliant books to read to your children according to Elton John

Do you need some book inspiration? Elton John has shared his favourite books to read with his children…

By Grace McGettigan

EDITORIAL

‘Kids like to see themselves on a page’: Wimpy Kid author on how to turn reluctant readers on to books

These days, it can be hard to tear our children away from screens. There's no denying it; the…

By Jennifer McShane

EDITORIAL

Netflix to adapt beloved Roald Dahl stories including Matilda and The BFG

Everyone has a single Roald Dahl story (or perhaps more) that stands out in the mind. You couldn't help…

By Jennifer McShane