Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Damien Ike and the Fallen House of Draven is a story about a young person discovering his identity within a world veiled by deception. The narrative interweaves a passion for suspenseful adventure with detailed fantasy world-building.
Season 1, Episode 25 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for November 2024 and What Are We Reading For? – A spectrum of reading cultures in schools.
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