What Books Did Eldest Get For Her Birthday?

As I struggled to get to sleep when I was little I used to read myself books to fall fast asleep and when I wasn't reading books myself my parents would read stories to me.  One of my favourite memories of being read a story was when a family friend came to stay and she made up a story about pirates which I loved so much that I wanted to write it down. Of course reading stories at a young age instilled a love of books in me that I hope to pass on to my girls. I've mentioned before how the girls have a bookcase in their bedroom full of books so there’s always something to read at bedtime and with eldest’s birthday earlier this month of course we added even more books to our growing collection.

Miffy's Birthday and The Storm Whale Books



One of which was sent by my sister in Utrecht.  Entitled The Storm Whale by Benji Davies the book tells the tale of a young boy who discovers a whale washed up on the beach and his attempts to look after it like a pet before he’s persuaded to return the whale to its rightful habitat. Its short sentences makes it perfect for early readers and the pictures featuring Noi, his father and the whale seemed to be very atmospheric I felt. I also thought there was an underlying message that it’s no fun being lonely was thought provoking.

Eldest Looking Through the Pages of a Book

The Storm Whale was a lovely book to receive for eldest’s birthday but of course one book is never enough right? So I also read eldest a book in keeping with her birthday called Miffy’s Birthday. We hope to one day visit the Miffy museum where my sister lives. Sadly just before the weekend we learnt of the author’s (Dick Bruna) death may he rest in peace.

Which children’s books have you been reading lately?





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  1. Anonymous20 February 2017 at 12:00

    I love a book post! We are all in love with The Tiger Who Came To Tea again here. Pam Lorimer. #globalblogging

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  2. Catherine @ Story Snug20 February 2017 at 12:17

    The Storm Whale is one of my favourite picture books. Have you read The Storm Whale in Winter yet? It was published last year.

    #ReadWithMe

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  3. BookBairn20 February 2017 at 12:21

    I just adore Miffy! And was so sad to hear that Dick Bruna passed away last week. We will be reading lots of Miffy in tribute to him. #readdwithme #KLTR

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  4. Unknown20 February 2017 at 14:01

    My little man loves a good book... we read constantly! HIs favourites at the moment are David Walliams' 'The First Hippo on the Moon' and Mr Men Dinosaur one! Since birth he has been read the story book adaptation of Ringo Star's Octopus' Garden and LOVES it! <3 #globalblogging

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  5. All about a Mummy20 February 2017 at 14:41

    I am going to steal this idea as my girls both have their birthdays this week! #readwithme

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  6. Brewtiful Fiction20 February 2017 at 15:34

    Books make the best presents!! Thanks for sharing with #ReadWithMe

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  7. Heather Keet20 February 2017 at 16:15

    I love reading! So nice to see someone getting books as a present! #GlobalBlogging

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  8. little orange dog20 February 2017 at 20:35

    What lovely books to receive. Miffy is just a classic child's book, who could not adore that cute bunny #MMBC x

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  9. Kim Carberry20 February 2017 at 20:36

    Aww! What lovely books...I am not a big reader but my girls read most nights before bed :) x

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  10. mumjd20 February 2017 at 21:17

    These look lovely. Miffy was a firm favourite of mine as a child. #readwithme

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  11. Claire @ The ladybirds adventures20 February 2017 at 22:14

    We love Miffy here too. #KLTR

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  12. Eoin20 February 2017 at 22:32

    Ah Miffy! Great choice, Always a favourite, I could quote this one by heart, my Mimi loves it. I'd heartily recommend "A Child of Books" for any child (or parent) - a beautiful book about the joy of.. books!

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  13. Jacqui Bester21 February 2017 at 02:53

    Nothing like a good book :) We're into puzzle books at the moment. Happy Birthday to your big girl... #globalblogging

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  14. Anamika Agnihotri21 February 2017 at 05:32

    It feels great to have met you Helena through this post. I love all things books and more so children's books and reading to my 5 year old son. I have been reading to him every day and night since the time he was 10 months old. It is such a pleasure to see the kids interested in books and watching them get lost in the lovely illustrations of a picture books. I loved the photo of your eldest one engrossed in her books.#mg

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  15. SarahMummy21 February 2017 at 06:33

    I used to love Miffy myself as a child! The whale book sounds lovely. Have you read The Snail and the Whale by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler? It's actually my favourite of her books!
    My kids are much older (15, 13 and 10). My daughter and I read a lot of Jacqueline Wilson together.

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  16. Tubbs21 February 2017 at 13:13

    I still love Miffy books :) So lovely

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  17. Unknown21 February 2017 at 19:00

    the Storm Whale has long been on my wanted list for my children. It looks like a great book x
    #readwithme

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  18. Note Me Happy21 February 2017 at 19:32

    I used to read my self to sleep too, I've always loved reading. These books look lovely! #DreamTeam

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  19. Unknown21 February 2017 at 22:27

    Looks like the birthday girl got two great presents. The whale book looks like one I should check out.
    #readwithme

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  20. Anne22 February 2017 at 22:35

    WE have Miffy's Birthday book too and we were sad to hear of Dick Bruna's passing. #KLTR

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  21. Acorn books24 February 2017 at 20:06

    The Storm Whale is a wonderful book! My little one's current favourite is Owl Babies #readwithme

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  22. Unknown26 February 2017 at 11:33

    Books are so so important, I loved reading so much as a child that I became an English teacher and chose to spend my life surrounded by them. Thank you so much for sharing this post with us at #PostsFromTheHeart and reminding us all just how important books really are.

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  23. Anonymous27 February 2017 at 08:11

    Miffy was one of my favourites to read to my children, and I always sang the song to my eldest with her name instead of Miffy in it. I love books, and nothing makes me happier than seeing my childrens' love for books too. #mg

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  24. Unknown27 February 2017 at 23:57

    Aww we love Miffy! Hope it was a fab birthday. Thanks so much for linking up to #dreamteam hope to see you next time :) x

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  25. Ruth - Mummy and the Mexicans1 March 2017 at 12:00

    I used to love Miffy, but we don't have any Miffy books here so my daughter doesn't know them, unfortunately. I'll have to get her one! #KLTR

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  26. Laura - Laura's Lovely Blog15 March 2017 at 20:46

    I think books make such a lovely gift. My daughter is loving the Maisy books at the moment. Thanks for linking up to #kltr

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  27. Along Came Poppy15 March 2017 at 21:40

    Such great books. If you get chance borrow The StormWhale in Winter from the library :) #KLTR

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  28. Angela Milnes16 March 2017 at 13:47

    Books are always a great option for gifts. thanks for linking up to #KLTR.

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  29. Unknown29 October 2017 at 11:07

    It's a truly amazing passion to instil in your children. We're the same - we've always read to our daughter and now 8, she still loves reading. She's just finished the Harry Potter series and it's lovely to see. #mg

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