To celebrate the third book in the irresistible Crookhaven series, Hachette Children's Group have created a fantastic digital, activity pack for schools.
It's Gabriel's third year at Crookhaven School for Thieves. Along with the usual Break-In challenge – this… read more
A stunning timeslip tale about a boy who finds himself trapped in a well-known mining incident that happened many years before! This story of family, community and hope by debut author Karon Alderman is perfect for fans of Skellig and The Wild Way Home.
Download the "teaching… read more
Dare to stray off the path into a spooky supernatural adventure of dark twists and creepy turns? The magic of Grimmhart Forest awaits…
Never go into the forest at night
Only trust a map written by your own hand
And, above all, do not show the trees your fear . . .
A mysterious… read more
The whole of Pirate Academy is abuzz with anticipation for the upcoming Oceans Bound weekend. It’s the first time the young pirate apprentices of Barracuda Class will set sail as five independent crews – with no teacher oversight!
Excitement reaches fever-pitch as Commodore Kuo and Captain… read more
Try is an irresistibly big-hearted picture book about a friendship between two young boys, inspired by the real-life affection between rugby legends, fundraising heroes and best friends Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield.
Meet Rob and Kev. They play games together, laugh together and go to school… read more
The third book in The Wildsmith series.
Rowan has been working as a wildsmith, rescuing magical animals. But when she finds herself alone and far from home, this time Rowan is the one who needs to be rescued! She travels deep into enemy territory and makes some surprising discoveries, coming… read more
This year’s Summer Reading Challenge is all about getting creative!
This activity sheet enables you to keep a record of the books you’re enjoying together and will help to spark conversations around reading with family and friends.
Please note, this is the Welsh-language version of this… read more
Children taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge can colour in this bookmark and fill it out to recommend a book to their friends.
Please note, this is the Welsh-language version of this resource. See the link below for the English-language version.
Please note: this is a locked… read more
A generic activity sheet in the style of a newspaper. This asks children to record and reflect on what they've done, in a fun and confidence-boosting way. Can be printed single or double sided, black and white or colour.
This is a locked resource for library authorities participating in Reading… read more
A classic and heartwarming debut picture book celebrating the power of nature to bring a community together.
When Jeremiah plants a packet of sunflower seeds, the very last thing he expects is for the vines and leaves to grow overnight and burst through the ceiling of his apartment! As… read more
In this activity, children will make a simple machine (a lever) and explore how it can be used to make it easier to lift objects.
Recommended Book: Curious Pearl Tinkers with Simple Machines, by Eric Braun.
Resources: A ruler, a pencil (triangular if possible!) and some wooden blocks. read more
Delve into the incredible world of animals, creating a fun 'trumps' card game which asks children to find, research and rank animals on size, fierceness, cuteness and other categories. They can then play the game in pairs, or take them home to play with family members.
Recommended Book: Through… read more