Children’s books: Alfie in the Garden
Alfie is a busy little rabbit who likes to help his Mama in the garden, but his imagination goes way beyond the chores when he creates a jungle of strange creatures — a roaring lion among the daisies; leaves become birds wings; a watering can doubles as an elephant’s trunk providing a rainstorm for the frogs. But like all great explorers he needs to have a nap. With strong outline and large characters on white background, this is the ultimate book to share with ages three and upwards.
For cat-lovers of all ages, written and illustrated by Jackie Morris (Frances Lincoln; €7.55) begins with a cosy, curled-up ginger who dreams about his wild brethren across the world. In his dreams be becomes the nocturnal lynx prowling through the snow; a cunning jaguar foraging for food; a lightning fast cheetah; a Scottish wildcat in the highlands. Many other magnificent wild cats from around the world feature. The superb illustrations bring to life these magnificent felines. The beautifully illustrated ending will make the reader sigh with contentment.
