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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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Hannah Baker's Books for Big Feelings

For this year's Teachers' Reading Challenge we have asked educators to give us their recommendations, broadly on a theme of 'diverse realities'.

This time the theme is challenging feelings- books that explore loneliness, anxiety, anger, sadness and other difficult feelings in a nuanced way and… read more

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September booklist 2024 – Debuts

The debut authors and/or illustrators’ booklist features an exciting array of new voices in publishing, spanning genres from humorous children's stories to gripping adult thrillers. These fresh perspectives bring unique and compelling narratives to readers, making them a vital addition to the… read more

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You Can Do Anything! by Jonnie Peacock - Resource Pack

Publishing just ahead of the Paralympics, this empowering non-fiction guide from two time gold-medal-winning Paralympian and Strictly Come Dancing star Jonnie Peacock will help young people find their happiness, chase their dreams and be unstoppable.

Whether it's sport, art, maths or just… read more

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The Daughter of Auschwitz by Tova Friedman - Teaching Notes & Resources

Tova Friedman was just five years old when she and her mother were sent to a Nazi labour camp. She turned six in Auschwitz. At twelve she was on her way to America, ready to start a new life and tell her tale of survival.

From the destruction of the Jewish ghetto in central Poland, where she… read more

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August booklist 2024 – Escape with a Book

Summer is a time for adventures and immersive experiences, so we have created a booklist perfect for readers looking to escape into captivating stories. These sixteen books offer a variety of escapes, from adventurous expeditions and magical journeys to heartwarming romances and engaging puzzles,… read more

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Karen Tulloch's Ways of Seeing and Being

For this year's Teachers' Reading Challenge we have asked educators to give us their recommendations, broadly on a theme of 'diverse realities'.

Karen Tulloch is a Primary English Advisor and these are her recommendations on the theme of 'Ways of Seeing and Being'- that is, books that feature… read more

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TRC 2024 one page poster

Single page poster for Teachers Reading Challenge 2024 read more

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