How to Make a Story

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A Summer Reading Challenge 2024 Reading List Pick "Sweet illustrations and a love of sharing stories." * Gareth Peter, Children's Author (BBC Radio Nottingham) * "A vibrant picture book about a young boy called Milo who is struggling to get the fantastically creative ideas in his brain onto paper when he is asked to write a story. It models the process of writing in a way that is completely relatable for children in Key Stage 1 and the input that adults can provide to help youngsters, especially those showing dyslexic tendencies." * Veronica Price, Chartered Librarian * "This cleverly put together picture book is an amalgamation of creation. Not only is it highly entertaining, it will inspire young readers to have the confidence to make up their own stories inside or outside of the classroom...It's fun, it's educational, and it inspires young minds to get creative!" * Little Cornish Writer * "An inspiring story for anyone who wants to try their hand at writing a story themselves!" * Julia Eccleshare M.B.E., LoveReading4Kids * "It is the perfect story to use in literacy lessons for both EYFS and KS1" * Miss Dorrans, UK Primary School Teacher * "How to Make a Story is a really lovely way to help introduce little ones to story writing." * Catherine Emmett, Children's Author * "How to Make a Story is truly a joyful celebration of story making. Naomi Jones and Ana Gomez pull you into Milo's creative world of tigers and treasure, monsters and mayhem, and wrap you up in the sheer joy of making up stories. With a vibrant palette and a fun family of characters, this book is a visual and verbal treat." * Mo O'Hara, Actor, Storyteller, and Author * "What a lovely way to explore story-telling with young children. Naomi's narrative together with Ana's illustrations make a superb starting point for children's own storytelling." * Jill Bennett, Red Reading Hub * "How to Make a Story is a creative delight... a lovely, lively, vibrant picture book that "Filled with imagination, fun, and the potential and power of the adventures your stories can take you on, this is perfect picture book for little children with big imaginations." * Fiona Eaton, Mini Travellers * "How to Make a Story is a creative delight... a lovely, lively, vibrant picture book that captures perfectly all the enthusiasm of youth and cleverly demonstrates how, through teamwork and sharing, you can put your ideas into action. Brimming with colour, gorgeous illustrations, and creative charm, How to Make a Story is the ideal way to introduce the youngest children to the whole concept of storytelling." * Pam Norfolk, Lancashire Post * "I have seen a hall full of children light up with enthusiasm for writing after hearing this story. It has endearing characters, useful writing tips and gorgeous illustrations. Naomi Jones and Ana Gomez have created something really special with How to Make a Story." * Kyle Turakhia, National Literacy Trust Hub Manager * "An encouraging tale for future storytellers." * Children's Books Ireland *