Today in the park Ned and I met a little girl called Henrietta. I have always loved that name and have also loved Melbourne author/illustrator Martine Murray’s quirky little character called Henrietta.
The Henrietta in the park was a ‘great go getter’ and gorgeous just like the fictional Henrietta. Martine Murray is an enchanting author/illustrator, her Henrietta character is strong, imaginative, curious and funny, so very funny. These little novels are perfect for ages 4 to 8 and not just for girls. These are a great inroduction to reading with plenty of pictures and creative use of text to delight and occupy children and adults!. Publisher Allen and Unwin have done a wonderful job in packaging these books, especially the hardcover editions with cloth binding and ribbon marker. Look out for them because ‘there’s no one better’.