Autumn topic books for children
Autumn books for children in EYFS, KS1, and KS2 suitable for cross-curricular topics. Including titles by Sam Usher, Lois Ehlert, Ruth Symons, Hazel Maskell, Dianna Aston, Jessica Courtney-Tickle, and Emily Gravett.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Sean Taylor is a British author known for his contributions to children’s literature. He has written over 60 books, including picture books, poetry, and stories for young readers. Taylor’s work often features engaging narratives and vibrant illustrations, appealing to a wide range of young audiences.
One of his notable works is Tales from the Badger Sett, which showcases his storytelling skills. Another popular title is When a Monster is Born, illustrated by Nick Sharratt, which has been well-received for its humour and creativity. Taylor has collaborated with various illustrators, enhancing the visual appeal of his books.
His book The World Champion of Staying Awake, illustrated by Jimmy Liao, was shortlisted for the 2012 Kate Greenaway Medal, highlighting his ability to craft engaging stories that resonate with both children and adults. Taylor’s collaboration with illustrator Jean Jullien on Hoot Owl, Master of Disguise has also been praised for its wit and charm.
Sean Taylor continues to contribute to children’s literature, with his works being published by major publishers such as Walker Books and Bloomsbury. His stories are known for their imaginative plots and engaging language, making them favourites among young readers and educators alike.
His book Robot Rumpus, illustrated by Ross Collins, was shortlisted for the 2014 Roald Dahl Funny Prize, further cementing his reputation as a talented author in the field of children’s literature.
Autumn books for children in EYFS, KS1, and KS2 suitable for cross-curricular topics. Including titles by Sam Usher, Lois Ehlert, Ruth Symons, Hazel Maskell, Dianna Aston, Jessica Courtney-Tickle, and Emily Gravett.
100 picture books for EYFS to read before you are 5 years old. A selection of picture books which are ideal for children who are learning to read in Nursery, Early Years, infants and Pre-Prep schools.
Spring themed books for children with books by Cicely Mary Barker, Eric Carle, Ruth Brown, Sam Usher, Gabby Dawnay, Moira Butterfield and Daniel Thompson and more.
Books for bedtime to read to children – a selection of books by Jill Murphy, Allan Ahlberg, Maurice Sendak, Michael Rosen, Martin Waddell, Fiona Watt, Claire Freedman, and more; which are ideal for reading to children at bedtime.
Season 1, Episode 21 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for July 2024 and 2024 election and literacy.
June 2024’s set of book club recommendations features a selection of exciting new titles by Sean Taylor, Rachel Plummer and Forrest Burdett, Nicola Colton, Jim Smith, Polly Ho-Yen, Joseph Elliott, Jake R. Wilson, Jeffrey Boakye and Koleka Putuma.
Season 1, Episode 6 of the School Reading List podcast. With new book post, 30 great books for January 2023, a look at our year 1 book list and why we shouldn’t ban books.
Here’s our selection of top new titles coming out in Autumn 2022. These reading recommendations include picture books, early and middle-grade fiction; young adult novels and non-fiction.
Season 1, Episode 1 of the School Reading List podcast. With new book post, 30 great books for July 2022, a step back in time to the world of Willard Price and ‘When is a quote not a quote?’
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