What’s The Magic Paintbrush?

I read the children’s book called, ‘The Magic Paintbrush.’

This children’s book was written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Joel Stewart.

It’s a delightful children’s rhyming picture book that tells the tale of a young girl called Shen and a magical paintbrush.

One day a wise man gave Shen a wonderful gift. A paintbrush that transformed everything she painted into reality. The wise man also warned Shen that she must only use the magic paintbrush to help the poor, not the rich.

Back in the village Shen painted each villager whatever they needed.

Unfortunately, it wasn’t long before the Emperor heard of Shen and her magic paintbrush. He wanted a tree made of gold but Shen refused and was imprisoned.

What will Shen do now?

Will she paint a golden tree for the Emperor so she can be set free or will Shen find a way to escape?

A wonderful story, that both adults and children will like, very inspirational.

Why not read the book or watch it on YouTube then you can tell me what you think?

Author: Charmain Ingleton

www.charmainingleton.uk

Where Does Abney & Teal Live?

I watched the delightful children’s series Abney & Teal the other day with my grandson.

Abney & Teal is shown on CBeebies.

The writer and illustrator is Joel Stewart; the series is produced by Ragdoll Productions.

                                                        

Abney & Teal are rag dolls that are bought to life through animation.

They live on an island in the middle of a big city with their friends.

As an adult I found the start of Abney & Teal a bit dated, however once the programme started it was very enjoyable to watch.

My favourite character has to be Bop the Elephant Seal, he lives in the river, blows bubbles and drinks tea from a tea cup.

The character Neep makes me laugh he looks like a Turnip and always gets up to mischief. 

I also have to mention Toby Dog who likes to play a tune and the Poc Pocs that look like they are made out of wood! Not sure what they are?

It’s worth watching the children will love it. 

In my opinion the stories are wonderfully told and lovely to watch, the animation works well with the rag dolls.

My final thought: how nice it would be to live on an island in the middle of a big city, eating porridge and drinking tea all day with my friends.

What do you think?