The School Reading List compiles this list of recommended books monthly. This book of the month list highlights new releases and editions of fiction and non-fiction books suitable for children and young adults aged 5-16.
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Please find below our suggested reading lists for Year 7 (11-12 year olds), Year 8 (12-13 year olds), and Year 9 (13-14 year olds). These book choices are regularly updated and feature titles from a wide range of genres to appeal to both confident and relucatant readers
Year 9 recommended reading list for pupils aged 13-14 in KS3
Books for Year 9 – a selection of reading books to challenge and interest pupils aged 13-14 in KS3 secondary schools. Authors include Gary Paulsen and Judy Blume.
Books for Year 7 reading list for pupils in KS3 aged 11-12
Books for year 7 – our reading recommendation for 11 year olds at the start of secondary school in Year 7. There’s a selection of choices including classics, well-known authors, new titles, cult fiction and short stories. This recommended Year 7 reading list is aimed at all ability ranges.
Suggested reading list for Year 8 pupils | KS3 | Age 12-13
A selection of reading books to challenge and interest Year 8 pupils – aged 12-13 – in KS3 secondary schools. Authors include Michael Morpurgo and Anne Fine.
School Reading List Book of the Month Archive
Each month, the School Reading List compiles a list of recommended books and on this page, we feature an archive of recommendations for picture books, fiction, and nonfiction from previous years.
Graphic novels for young adults aged 12-16 in KS3 & KS4
Our recommended graphic novels for teens and young adults aged 12-16 to appeal to reluctant readers and able readers alike. This list includes works by Tony Medina, Stephen Collins, Terri Libenson, Raina Telgemeier, Meg-John Barker and Neil Gaiman.