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The Nightmares of Finnegan Quick by Larry Hayes - Activity Pack

By night, Finn has horrible nightmares. By day, they come TRUE! A gripping horror story for readers of 10 and over, by Laugh Out Loud Book Award winner Larry Hayes.

Finnegan Quick is haunted by nightmares. They’re so bad, he’s terrified of going to sleep. Because Finn’s dreams change the… read more

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The Reading Agency's December Booklist - Books of the Year

At The Reading Agency, we have read a lot of brilliant books over the past year; books that have made us laugh, cry and left us with a lot to discuss. Our team have picked the books that have stood out for them in 2024. We hope you find some inspiration for your next read, or perhaps spot a few… read more

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November Booklist 2024 - Spine-tinglers & Nail-biters

As we enter the cold and dark months, we have created a booklist filled with our favourite spine-tinglers and nail-biters to captivate readers who enjoy suspense, mystery, and supernatural adventures (at different levels of scariness).

From eerie children's tales to chilling adult thrillers… read more

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Kirsten Barrett's Books of Belonging

For this year’s Teachers’ Reading Challenge we are exploring ‘Diverse Realities’ and have asked expert educators to give us their recommendations on topics within that theme.

This week’s book list from Kirsten Barrett has the theme of belonging and acceptance. She has given us a book list with… read more

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Rebecca Rouillard's Window on the World

For this year’s Teachers’ Reading Challenge we are exploring ‘Diverse Realities’ and have asked expert educators to give us their recommendations on topics within that theme.

Rebecca has given us a really exciting, inspiring list of new fiction, graphic novels and memoir, ranging from middle… read more

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War of the Worlds by Chris Mould - Draw along activity sheet

A stunning full-colour illustrated adaptation of H.G. Wells' sci-fi classic, from the illustrator of The Iron Man and Animal Farm.

'Those who have never seen Martian life can scarcely imagine the horror.'

1894. Across space, this earth is being watched by envious eyes.

What seems… read more

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Twenty-Four Seconds From Now by Jason Reynolds - teaching resources

A tender teen love story from the Carnegie Award-winning author of Look Both Ways.
'Jason Reynolds has done it again!' Judy Blume

Seventeen-year-old Neon is about to have sex with his girlfriend, Aria, for the first time. In 24 seconds to be precise. He's hiding in the bathroom, nervous,… read more

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Heartseer: The Tale of Anise Star by Rowan Foxwood Activity Sheet

A magical fantasy adventure, perfect for fans of Studio Ghibli and Philip Pullman.

There are more deities and daemons in the world than stars in the sky. But only Heartseers like Anise Star can see them – because only they still believe…

Anise's job is to help humans and daemons live… read more

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Stephen Dilley's Reclaiming Stories

For this year's Teachers' Reading Challenge we are exploring 'Diverse Realities' and have asked expert educators to give us their recommendations on topics within that theme.
Stephen Dilley has given us this fantastic book list for secondary-aged pupils, on the theme of Reclaiming Stories-… read more

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Reader Reviews: September 2024

Do you know we offer reading groups free sets of books every month?

All we ask for in return are reviews. If you’d like to find out more you can sign up to our newsletters.

We will be sharing reviews from our readers who have received copies of the latest books from our publisher… read more

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A Tempest of Tea by Hafsah Faizal - Discussion Notes

On the streets of White Roaring, Arthie Casimir is a criminal mastermind and collector of secrets. Her prestigious tearoom transforms into an illegal bloodhouse by dark, catering to the vampires feared by society. But when her establishment is threatened, Arthie is forced to strike an unlikely… read more

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The Secret of Golden Island by Natasha Farrant - Teaching Resources

What will two children do to win an island? From Costa-winning author of Voyage of the Sparrowhawk.

Skylar's old friends felt sorry for her but they were too afraid to talk to her.

Yakov's old friends were far away, blown across continents by war . . .

When Skylar meets Yakov she is… read more

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