ManicMammy’s Blog

Oscar has been a fan of the Horrid Henry books for a few years, so I was delighted when I spotted this book by the same author.

He initially was a bit put off by the Greek names but persevered and now loves it. Its  a fabulous way to introduce him to Greek mythology as is the story of Susan a stroppy, grumpy kid from London with an older sister and younger brother who hates doing household chores, practising her violin and is scared to start horse riding.

She re-discovers a coin her uncle has given her and notices it is a bit strange as is not any she can identify from her reference book. She rubs it and makes a wish and so starts her time travel to ancient Greece. There, on different visits, she encounters Hercules, Pegasus, Paris, Midas, Medusa and various other characters. 

Its funny and entertaining as she plays her part in the well known Greek adventures. Theres a pronounciation guide in the back of the book and illustrations are provided by Tony Ross who also does the horrid henry books.

Oscar is really enjoying it and I must say I found it an entertaining read too.

Holidays with the extended family mean that the 9 grandkids are in the same house and whilst most of them are now old enough to sit at the table at mealtimes, the younger baby had been banished to a traditional highchair. That is, until Nana purchased a K&D Design kid’s booster seat.

Its a basic adjustable seat with tray. Can be adapted to 3 levels to suit the growing child. Its very easy to put together and to take apart for cleaning when the inevitable spillages occur. It attaches using straps to the back and base of an ordinary dining chair and so the child is seated at the dining table and part of the whole family for meals.

The tray can be removed if desired and the whole assembly is plastic, easy to clean and lightweight, thus ensuring its fairly portable.

Available from Argos and similar baby equipment outlets from around €20. Recommended.