Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Nina Peanut: Mega Mystery Solver is an entertaining and enjoyable read for older children. It’s perfect for fans of Wimpy Kid and Lottie Brooks. This comic-style book is hilarious, with bright, humorous illustrations that make it hugely engaging.
Season 1, Episode 24 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for October 2024 and why DuckDuckGo is best for book searches.
September 2024’s set of book club recommendations features titles by Huw Lewis Jones & Ben Sanders, Derek Keilty & Magda Brol, Lizzie Daly, Sarah Bowie, Lilija Berzinska, Rob Harrell, Annelise Gray, Abdi Nazemian, Rima Orie & Catherine Doyle.
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