Reviews & Works of Art
Cyfarthfa Primary School
I think we would all like to say a huge thank you for the effort and thought you put into planning a session that was fun, engaging and purposeful.The whole session linked beautifully with our curriculum concepts and developed the pupils' understanding of the creative writing process in a meaningful manner. The children responded to you so well and clearly valued the time you took to listen to their ideas and thoughts.The whole session was joyful!5 June 2026
Cyfarthfa Primary School
5 June 2026
Blackwood: Mum Claire Barley publishes Bob and Julie and the Musical Bugs
Caerphilly Observer May 2026
5 out of 5 stars
Delightful and engaging from start to finish
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 May 2026
Bob & Julie and the Musical Bugs was a huge hit with my two nephews, aged 3 and 6. They absolutely loved it from start to finish. The story is engaging and very easy to follow, and the rhyming adds a lovely rhythm that keeps young children interested.
What I really liked was the way the book invites children to stay involved with the story. The questions at the end are a great touch, encouraging conversation and helping to extend the enjoyment beyond the final page. That made it feel interactive as well as entertaining.
I would highly recommend this book and we're already looking forward to future adventures with Bob, Julie, Willum, and Dord. It has the kind of charm that makes it a story children want to hear again and again - we've already read it multiple times!
Colin D
5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful story to share with your little ones!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 May 2026
This is a wonderful story full of beautiful illustrations and amazing characters! I bought this for my 6 year old Nephew and he loved it so much he wanted to read it again and again! It’s his new favourite story and keeps asking questions about what the musical bugs are up to! Looking forward to reading more Bob and Julie books as soon as they’re published.
CMLB
5 out of 5 stars
Lovely story, beautiful artwork
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 May 2026
Bob and Julie feel like the kind of characters children instantly connect with. The writing is warm and funny, and the illustrations bring every moment to life. As a parent, I love that the story has a gentle message without ever feeling preachy. It’s the sort of book that makes you smile as much as the kids do. A brilliant start to what I hope becomes a whole series.
I LOVED the questions at the end and finding our there were bugs to find hidden one every page....its a book that kept on giving
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