Toppsta - Childrens Books – Reviews

Jim Ladd

Jim Ladd

  • 5 stars across 4 books
From a young age, Benji was invariably to be found drawing and painting at the kitchen table, a scene which is often repeated to this day. He is the illustrator of the incredibly successful Bizzy Bear titles, which is published in 23 languages, as well as the Bizzy Bear app, and has written a number of recent picture books, including The Storm Whale and Grandad's Island. He is the winner of the inaugural Oscar's First Book Prize 2014 and the Sainsbury's Children's Book Award 2015. Benji lives in east London with his wife and young daughter. His website and blog can be found at www.benjidavies.com.
3rd November 2014

Volcano & Earthquake

" Why do earthquakes hit particular places? What was it like in Pompeii when Vesuvius exploded? How do tsunamis occur... MoreVolcano & Earthquake

(2 reviews) Review
4th July 2013

Space Pirates: Stowaway

When Sam's parents are stranded on Planet X, he bravely asks his neighbours, the notorious Space Pirates, to help rescue... MoreSpace Pirates: Stowaway

(1 review) Review
1st May 2014

Space Pirates: Treasure

Sam and the crew of the Jolly Apollo have nearly reached Planet X and its treasure, but the dastardly Black-Hole Beard h... MoreSpace Pirates: Treasure

(0 reviews) Review
6th February 2014

Space Pirates: Mutiny

Sam and the crew of the Jolly Apollo are still searching for Planet X, where they hope to find Sam's parents and a whole... MoreSpace Pirates: Mutiny

(0 reviews) Review
Image to show page is loading Show More Books

New Book

Most Popular Book

Recent Reviews

  • Space Pirates: Stowaway

    Space Pirates: Stowaway

    The book is about a boy who's parents have crashed into Planet X and need help to return to their home to do some more research. Sam needs to make a p...

  • Volcano & Earthquake

    Volcano & Earthquake

    by MicahW

    I have a few DK information books which I have always enjoyed. I wanted to learn more information about volcanoes and earthquakes so thought this woul...

Series by
Jim Ladd