‘Destined to be a classic’ Garth Nix
‘A stunning adventure’ Cressida Cowell
‘Pure joy to read’ Jasbinder Bilan
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Unlock a magic that could save the world … or destroy it. From bestselling, award-winning author Kiran Millwood… read more
‘An electrifying read – full of fast-paced action, endless fun and fearless imagination.’- A.F. Steadman
‘Mythology with a modern makeover – an epic adventure!’- Maz Evans
Peregrine Quinn has always loved hearing her godfather Daedalus Bloom's stories about his life as an immortal,… read more
This year’s Elmer Day will be an extra special celebration for Elmer the patchwork elephant’s 35th birthday and Andersen Press are offering free downloadable event packs to help you join in the fun in your school or library! The pack includes activity sheets, craft ideas, games and lots of other… read more
Download this free colouring sheet for the new picture book written by Jake Hope and illustrated by James Brown, Lola Loves Walkies.
Ready or not, Lola loves kisses and cuddles, friends and fun, but what she loves most of all is walkies!
Join Lola as she plays hide and seek, leaps in and… read more
<p><strong><span class="a-text-bold">Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the Greenwild, beautifully illustrated by Elisa Paganelli.</span></strong></p>
<p>Daisy Thistledown has escaped from boarding school and has a mystery to solve. Her search for her missing mother will lead her… read more
This is a powerful, hopeful and timely story about the real effects of climate change: two young people on different continents whose lives are catastrophically changed by global warming. A graphic novel with glorious colour artwork throughout for children of all ages – from Eoin Colfer,… read more
<b>A gorgeous picture book to introduce children to Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr written by acclaimed children's author Sufiya Ahmed with beautiful, colourful illustrations by Hazem Asif.</b>
"The Best Eid Ever is a fantastic resource, and one of very few available in narrative form for children…. read more
Explore the use of magnets with a fun fishing game. Fun individually or in teams.
Recommended Book: Invisible Nature: A Secret World Beyond our Senses, by Catherine Barr
Resources: String, a magnet, paperclips, paper or card, scissors. read more
‘Another gripping, revealing historical adventure from Lawrence and well worth sharing.’
<b>– Books for Keeps
A thrilling spy adventure set in New York during the American Revolution that will have readers gripped. The perfect high-action adventure for fans of <i>Horrible Histories</i>, Emma… read more
You can use this flyer (customisable version included) to help encourage children to return to the library for Summer Reading Challenge.
When children attend a library visit, they can take home this flyer to tell their parents about the Challenge.
At the link below, you can download a… read more
Who would you like to go to the library with?
Children can get creative with this A4 invitation.
Download and print the invitation, and encourage children to invite whoever they want to come along with them to the library with a drawing activity. read more
This information pack contains key information for schools about Marvellous Makers – this year’s Summer Reading Challenge – including benefits for pupils and next steps for teachers.
Libraries, please note that you can edit page 3 to include details of your local offer.
Download the pack… read more