Books for children: Bubble Trouble

BUBBLE TROUBLE

Two cuddly animals, Ruben and Felix are best friends whose favourite fun is blowing bubbles. But the friendship turns nasty when they challenge one another to see who can make the biggest bubbles for the upcoming bubble contest – they even stoop to stealthily destroying each other’s machines. But of course all ends well. With lift-the-flap bubbles and delightful illustrations, this is the perfect bedtime read. age 5+

BRIAN AND THE VIKINGS by Chris Judge and Mark Wickham (O’Brien Press €7.99): Brian and his friends live with their families in a peaceful settlement. Playing near the river one day they see a sight that everyone in Ireland fears – a Viking ship sailing towards land. Although he’s the smallest of his peers, Brian is the cleverest. Rallying his young friends he creates scary creatures, which the Vikings sneer at, until finally he crafts a spectacular dragon made from wood and leaves which sends the hairy intruders fleeing to their ship. When he grows up to be a true hero and valiant warrior, Brian is crowned High King of Ireland.With laugh-aloud characters and colourful landscapes, this is a real treat for age 8 plus