Earlier this month I was sent a fantastic book for the kids, well not just a book because it magically transforms into something just as fascinating. Miles Kelly Convertible Submarine is a brilliant interactive book and that is why I have chosen it as my May book of the month.
This is the newest book in their convertibles series, you can already purchase fire engines, spaceships, princess carriages, pirate ships, trains and bulldozers. I'm thinking airplanes and emergency services would be great additions for the future.
If you haven't seen this collection before I will explain a little. This is essentially a 3 in 1 storybook. It starts as a lovely story that you can read with your child, converting into a simple play mat and ending up being built as a certain vehicle, in this case a submarine.
The concept is perfect for young readers as it manages to entertain them in so many ways and allows them to really get immersed into the story and carry on the theme long after the actual story has finished.
Aimed at 3-6 year olds this hardback book is truly captivating. With bright, playful illustrations combined with a simple story, it is easy to follow but gives plenty of opportunities to ask questions and to learn.
In this story we are searching for a shipwreck but along the way we discover all sorts of sea life, from different fish, to what they like to eat. Layla was content in both listening to me tell the story but also sitting by herself and telling me what was happening as she turned the pages.
Turning the book into a play mat gives your child to see the story as a whole and once converted into a submarine the fun continues. With a window to look through and a door to open, the submarine allows for their imaginations to really work, just where in the sea might they be travelling?
Putting the submarine together was a simple and quick task and of course because it folds back into a book after, you will have no problem storing it away. I found it to be well made because it's been used continually over the past few weeks and there have been no signs of damage or wear.
Aimed at 3-6 year olds this hardback book is truly captivating. With bright, playful illustrations combined with a simple story, it is easy to follow but gives plenty of opportunities to ask questions and to learn.
In this story we are searching for a shipwreck but along the way we discover all sorts of sea life, from different fish, to what they like to eat. Layla was content in both listening to me tell the story but also sitting by herself and telling me what was happening as she turned the pages.
Turning the book into a play mat gives your child to see the story as a whole and once converted into a submarine the fun continues. With a window to look through and a door to open, the submarine allows for their imaginations to really work, just where in the sea might they be travelling?
Putting the submarine together was a simple and quick task and of course because it folds back into a book after, you will have no problem storing it away. I found it to be well made because it's been used continually over the past few weeks and there have been no signs of damage or wear.
My daughter is testament to just how good this storybook is because she sat in it for hours when converted into a submarine merrily reading the story whilst inside and she has requested quite a few times that she be allowed to sleep in there too!
As a parent I highly recommend it. The convertible story promotes learning through play which is something I really believe in. Younger children will be drawn in by the pictures and early readers get the chance to improve their reading schools and if that wasn't enough it comes with my kids approval too.
Now for your chance to win one. Simply fill in the rafflecopter below making sure to enter correctly as all entries are checked and verified. Open to UK residents only, this giveaway will close at 11.59pm on the 12th June 2016. Good luck everyone.
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Now for your chance to win one. Simply fill in the rafflecopter below making sure to enter correctly as all entries are checked and verified. Open to UK residents only, this giveaway will close at 11.59pm on the 12th June 2016. Good luck everyone.
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ReplyDeletethey do lots of great vehicles, i think my son would like a police car :)
ReplyDeleteA space rocket would be good.
ReplyDeleteCruise ship. Whilst a Limosine would also be good. We can but dream of luxury travel etc.
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A tank! X
ReplyDeleteA Tractor would be my sons choice and a digger my daughters
ReplyDeleteA caravan
ReplyDeleteA Rocketship
ReplyDeleteThe Batmobile
ReplyDeletei love this idea - how fabulous! I would love to see an ambulance.
ReplyDeleteA large lorry.
ReplyDeleteA Spaceship
ReplyDeleteThe submarine looks awesome - my little boy is obsessed with bin lorries at the moment - so on a personal note, we would love to see a recycling truck
ReplyDeleteAmbulance would be fun and educational...
ReplyDeleteA pirate ship
ReplyDeleteFire engine
ReplyDeleteA tractor would be brilliant
ReplyDeleteA spaceship
ReplyDeleteA campervan
ReplyDeleteI'd love to see a campervan :)
ReplyDeleteA caravan
ReplyDeleteA tractor
ReplyDeleteA rocket, my little boy loves space
ReplyDeleteA Racing Car would be great!
ReplyDeleteI think a space rocket.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to see a helicopter because so many dads (and some mums) go offshore everį»³day on a helicopter.
ReplyDeleteA Camper van.
ReplyDeletea helicopter
ReplyDeleteA Gypsy caravan would be lovely
ReplyDeleteA bus or a coach
ReplyDeleteA rocket
ReplyDeleteA Fire Engine
ReplyDeletea recycling truck x
ReplyDeleteA steam train!
ReplyDeleteA rescue helicopter or an army tank
ReplyDeleteA tram definitely either the old versions or the yellow trams used today
ReplyDeleteMy son would love a rocket
ReplyDeleteI would love to see a campervan
ReplyDeleteA spaceship would be fun for the children.
ReplyDeleteA UFO (@PeanutHog)
ReplyDeleteAn ice-cream van :)
ReplyDeleteMy grandson enjoyed his tractor one very much. Perhaps a road roller? :)
ReplyDeleteA fishing boat
ReplyDeleteA rubbish truck
ReplyDeleteA fire engine
ReplyDeleteA Tractor
ReplyDeleteA rocketship would be great
ReplyDeletea mini convertible
ReplyDeleteA aeroplane (my two year old nephew is obsessed with them!) xx
ReplyDeleteA train
ReplyDeleteA pirate ship
ReplyDeleteA bus x
ReplyDeleteA caravan
ReplyDeleteI'd have to choose a steam engine to please my three year old!
ReplyDeleteI would like a digger; something like a JCB
ReplyDeleteI think a fire engine would be great.
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