But sorry, Mrs. Farquar-Haha just annoyed the hell out of me and I was wondering how in the name of all that is holy she was able to do all the crap she did in this book? I am sorry, but why didn't someone step up and tell her to stop? Why didn't the ones that organised the fair not step in? It was just ridiculous and while I could understand 2 contests, I just didn't get why she was there almost up to the end. I get that she is probably a bit frightening, but be strong and do something. I love this book; I love the gentle pace of the story about a summer spent on a family island in the gulf of Finland, focusing on the beautiful, tempestuous, playful relationship between the very new (Sophie) and the very old (Grandmother), told with the brutal honesty that befits both ages. Please read this book. 10. Granpa by John Burningham The Nothing to See Here Hotel is nothing short of hilarious, with both Stevens bringing the LOLS, big time. And while not the focal character, Granny Regurgita pretty much stole the show for me. But despite the cranky old lady and her terrible grandchild this was a fun book with tons of fun illustrations, bright colours, family love, a grandma with a penchant for pranks, and boy I want to go to that fair (if that old hag isn't around of course). I can't wait for the next book in the series. The super-stylish, super-cool, super-fun Grandma Z takes her grandson Albert on a birthday trip to remember... on her motorbike, obviously!

In addition, Nana has increased her social media reach on TikTok, where she currently has more than 23,000 followers Whilst the first chapter delves into Jeanie’s family, friends and lots of fab details about her Bad Nana, chapter 2 ‘Park Life’ is where Sophy Henn shows us what Nana is really made of. This loveable Nana has a strong sense of fairness and justice, so when a new park keeper decides to plonk unfriendly notices everywhere, full of rules designed to stop any sort of fun, Nana steps in. The results are hilarious.

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Little information regarding Bad Nana’s training and credentials has been made public. Although Nana has graduated from high school, it is uncertain exactly where she did her undergraduate work. Well, this book is beautiful in all kinds of ways, but the quiet, calm and unwavering character of Julian's Grandma is an utter joy. I cannot write a list about grandmas in books and not include The Summer Book, which features one of my all-time, absolute favourite Grandmas ever. I know it's not a children's book, but Jansson is one of our most beloved children's authors so... But when Bad Nana's nemesis Mrs Farquar-Haha rigs the pet competition, Bad Nana is determined she'll set things to rights...

Bad Nana: Older Not Wiser is neatly divided in to three chapters – three perfect bedtime reading chunks. Also the perfect length for reading in class to little listeners who are ready for slightly longer stories. Jeanie is seven-and three-quarters years old and lives with her mum and dad and annoying little brother; she also has three nanas, the best one being Bad Nana. It's not overly clear to Jeanie why Bad Nana is called Bad, though, because she's super fun and always has sherbet lemons and a whoopee cushion in her handbag. This is such a lovely, gentle book which really showcases the wonderful relationship between a grandmother and their grandchild. Coffee house Caffè Nero has announced the 16-strong shortlist for the inaugural Nero Book Awards, recognising the outstanding books of the past 12...Every one of my students is a potential hero in the making': How Muhammad Khan's class inspired his award-winning book The fair seemed so much fun, with plenty of fun contests/competitions, shows in between (I loved that group that did the synchronised swimming, ON LAND!), and more.

Bad Nana is the unstoppable character taking centre stage in this fabulous new series of illustrated younger fiction from Sophy Henn. Get your lemon sherbets and sparkly pink turbans ready… Nana is here!

1. Cops and Robbers by Janet and Allen Ahlberg

We all fell in love with Noi in The Storm Whale and The Storm Whale in Winter and now we can fall in love with Noi's Grandma Bird. A reminder of the true art of storytelling': Celebrating Henrietta Branford's powerful novel Fire, Bed & Bone It is magical, so beautifully observed and tenderly told, though not without heartbreak. Granpa is such a wonderful way to remember the genius, John Burningham. Bad Nana is a tall person, measuring 5 feet 6 inches or around 1.6 meters. Her weight is around 56kg or 110 lbs which is a healthy weight. The precise numbers revealing Nana’s bodily measurements are unknown.