Gorilla – Anthony Browne – Resource
Gorilla by Anthony Browne The story revolves around a young girl named Hannah, who loves gorillas and desperately wishes to see one in real life. However, her father is too busy to take notice of her wishes or spend time with her. On the eve of her birthday, Hannah receives a toy gorilla as a […]
Little Pea – Amy Krouse Rosenthal – Resource
Little Pea by Amy Krouse Rosenthal A charming tale of Little Pea, who lives in a world where sweets are a part of daily meals, and vegetables are treats. Little Pea dislikes having to eat candy for dinner and looks forward to dessert, which is spinach. The book uses this whimsical premise to explore themes […]
Dennis Lee – Garbage Delight – Resource
Dennis Lee – Garbage Delight Peppered with cheeky rhymes and wicked fun, Dennis Lee’s superbly crafted poems offer a feast of silly, sassy, and soothing verses. Turn trash into treasure with an exciting journey perfect for young minds in EYFS, where creativity and imagination bloom on every page. Genre: funny, rhymes, food Themes: rhyming, poems, food, […]
The Firebug of Balrog County – David Oppegaard – Resource
The Firebug of Balrog County by David Oppegaard In David Oppegaard’s compelling story, dark times have fallen on remote Balrog County, and Mack Druneswald. He’s a high school senior with a love of clandestine arson, and is doing his best to deal. While his family is haunted by his motherís recent death, Mack spends his […]
Oliver Jeffers – The Heart and the Bottle – Resource
Oliver Jeffers – The Heart and the Bottle Once there was a girl whose life was filled with wonder at the world around her. Then one day something happened that made the girl take her heart and put it in a safe place. However, after that it seemed that the world was emptier than before. […]
Kite Spirit – Sita Brahmachari – Resource
Kite Spirit by Sita Brahmachari During the summer of her GCSEs Kite’s world falls apart. Her best friend, Dawn, takes her life after a long struggle with feeling under pressure to achieve. Kite’s dad takes her to the Lake District, to give her time and space to grieve. It’s not until she meets local boy, […]
Cheri J Meiners – Making a Difference – Resource
Cheri J Meiners – Making a Difference Through positive and motivating text, Making a Difference assures children that they are important, and that what they do matters. Boost your child’s confidence and sense of purpose as you read and affirm that their hopeful thoughts, kind words and good choices can make a difference to themselves […]
Refugee Boy – Benjamin Zephaniah – Resource
Refugee Boy by Benjamin Zephaniah Zephaniah presents a story about family, identity and loss. Alem is on holiday with his father for a few days in London. He has never been out of Ethiopia before and is very excited. One morning when Alem wakes up in the bed and breakfast they are staying at to […]
Efren Divided – Ernesto Cisneros – Resource
Efren Divided by Ernesto Cisneros Efrén Nava’s Amá is his Superwoman or Soperwoman, named after the delicious Mexican sopes his mother often prepares. Both Amá and Apá work hard all day to provide for the family, making sure Efrén and his younger siblings Max and Mía feel safe and loved. But Efrén worries about his […]
Anh’s Anger 2 – Steps and Stones by Gail Silver – Resource
Anh’s Anger – Steps and Stones by Gail Silver When Anh’s friends leave and he feels left out at school, his anger shows up to keep him company. Anh the protagonist of Gail Silver’s previous book Anh’s Anger, is a typical and easy-to-relate-to elementary school-age boy. Embark on a journey of discovery with this wonderful […]
Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell Cath is a Simon Snow fan. Okay, the whole world is a Simon Snow fan…. But for Cath, being a fan is her life—and she’s really good at it. She and her twin, Wren, ensconced themselves in the Simon Snow series when they were just kids; it’s what got them through […]
We Are All Made of Molecules – Susin Nielsen
We Are All Made of Molecules – Susin Nielsen Meet Stewart. He’s geeky, gifted and sees things a bit differently to most people. His mum has died and he misses her all the more now he and Dad have moved in with Ashley and her mum. Meet Ashley. She’s popular, cool and sees things very […]
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K. Rowling
J.K. Rowling – Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is an enthralling start to Harry’s journey toward coming to terms with his past and facing his future. It was the first book written by Rowling, and she was praised for creating well-rounded characters and a fully realized wizard universe […]
The Lorax by Dr Seuss
The Lorax by Dr Seuss Mister! He saidwith a sawdusty sneeze,I am the Lorax.I speak for the trees. Join the long-suffering crusader and help save the planet! Step into the vibrant world of this delightful tale perfect for little learners in EYFS, where environmental lessons combine with charm and imagination. Genre: environment, kindness, moral Themes: […]
R. J. Palacio – Wonder
Wonder by R.J Palacio I won’t describe what I look like. Whatever you’re thinking, it’s probably worse. August Pullman was born with a facial difference that, up until now, has prevented him from going to a mainstream school. Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, he wants nothing more than to be treated as an ordinary […]
Paulette Bourgeois – Franklin Goes to School
Paulette Bourgeois & Brenda Clark – Franklin Goes to School With his new pencil case packed with a ruler, eraser and 12 colored pencils, Franklin is ready for his first day of school — until it’s time to board the bus. In this Franklin Classic Storybook, Franklin faces the excitement and fear of starting school. […]
Joyce Lankester Brisley – Further Doings of Milly-Molly-Mandy – Resource
Joyce Lankester Brisley – Further Doings of Milly-Molly-Mandy Milly-Molly-Mandy lives in a tiny village in the heart of the countryside, where life is full of everyday adventures! Join the little girl in the candy-striped dress as she has a tea-party, looks after a baby hedgehog and helps to thatch a roof. Explore themes of family […]
Dr Seuss – The King’s Stilts – Resource
Dr Seuss – The King’s Stilts It’s the story of a devoted king who works hard and plays hard–and whose entire kingdom is threatened when his beloved stilts are stolen and he is too distraught to do his job. Written in prose instead of rhyme (unlike Seuss’s later works), The King’s Stilts nevertheless addresses subjects […]
Jewel Kats – Cinderella’s Magical Wheelchair – Resource
Jewel Kats – Cinderella’s Magical Wheelchair In a Kingdom far, far away lives Cinderella. As expected, she slaves away for her cranky sisters and step-mother. She would dearly love to attend the Royal costume ball and meet the Prince, but her family is totally dead set against it. Experience the enchantment of the heartwarming twist […]
