One Thing

Author:

Lauren Child

Illustrator:

Published by:

Orchard Books

First Published:

8 Sept 2016

Ideal for readers age

3-5y

My Review

Adults probably either love or hate Charlie and Lola, but I love them. As a parent or teacher, reading their inane banter aloud makes you feel you are not alone in the hours spent listening to the wonderful, zany conversations of small children. For a child, the world of the two siblings is familiar and their worldview entirely sensible. Win-win.

Here, Lauren Child has turned her hand to maths, and the grappling of Lola's little mind, as well as her appetite for treats, during a trip to the shops. It's fun, silly, and educational too!

Heads Up!

If you haven't come across Charlie and Lola yet, or Lauren Child's wonderful illustrations, you have a treat in store! Her renderings of 'Pippi Longstocking' and 'The Secret Garden' are among our favourites.

Publisher Review

A classic Charlie and Lola picture book all about counting and sums, from Children's Laureate Lauren Child. Perfectly funny and perfectly formed, this hilarious picture book sees top negotiator Lola take on numbers in everyday life and bend them to her endearing and unique will. I have this little sister Lola. She is small and very funny. Sometimes for a treat, Mum says, "We are going to the shops and you may choose one thing." "One thing to share?" says Lola. I say, "One thing for you and one thing for me, which means two actual things." 'Numeracy at its most joyful and positive ... a brilliant way to get young minds excited about maths' Teach Early Years