by M.C.D. Etheridge | Aug 18, 2019 | Whitebeard
Aside from Christmas itself, there are few times of the year that I enjoy more than the Children’s Book Council of Australia’s Book Week. Celebrating the joy of reading is a really wonderful part of the school calendar and I congratulate everyone involved at the CBCA...
by M.C.D. Etheridge | Nov 21, 2018 | Whitebeard
Ahoy there young scallywags! The countdown to Christmas is almost upon us and school children all over the world are beginning to get more and more excited in the lead up to the big day. At this time of year Advent calendars are very popular, but here on the Northern...
by M.C.D. Etheridge | Nov 13, 2018 | Whitebeard
Ahoy there, young scallywags! After a cracking launch week, here’s a hearty thank you to all the Whitebeard fans who’ve helped get this book to young readers all over the world. Whitebeard has got off to a great start and made a few of the Amazon Best...
by M.C.D. Etheridge | Sep 30, 2018 | Whitebeard
Want to know how to get kids to read? With so many distractions it can be hard to get kids to read. Experts reveal five simple tips to motivate and encourage them. 1. Let them choose their reading material. “It needs to be fun and not a chore,” says Susan Stephenson...
by M.C.D. Etheridge | Jul 7, 2018 | Whitebeard
If you have a talent for being naughty – and I suspect you probably do – a pirate’s life is probably for you. Shouting and pulling horrible faces is a good start, but if making mischief appeals to you more than making your bed, you might just have what it...
