"Penfold’s skilful storytelling offers a powerful and thought-provoking narrative with themes of courage and resilience that will resonate with 9-12-year-olds."
<b>- The School Reading List</b>
“A triumph of a sequel. Emotional punch and ecological awareness wrapped up in an exciting… read more
‘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
Download this school assembly presentation (in Welsh) and tell pupils all about Marvellous Makers – this year’s Summer Reading Challenge!
This presentation is in PowerPoint format. 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
Use this toolkit to find key messaging and suggested social media posts to join in World Book Night online. read more
Are there volunteering opportunities available at your library this summer to support the Summer Reading Challenge? Use this eye-catching poster to let people know!
The Reading Agency is an Approved Activity Provider for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme. This means that when young people… read more
This planner is for library staff who are offering volunteering opportunities linked to this year’s Summer Reading Challenge.
Young people who are working towards completing the volunteering section of their Duke of Edinburgh’s Award will need to complete at least 3 months of volunteering at… read more
Download this school assembly presentation and tell pupils all about Marvellous Makers – this year’s Summer Reading Challenge!
This download contains the custom version of the presentation, where you can add specific launch/end dates and any local events. There is also a version of the… read more
Download this school assembly presentation and tell pupils all about Marvellous Makers – this year’s Summer Reading Challenge!
This download contains the ready to share version of the presentation, there is also one you can customise for your region (link below).
The presentations are… 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