Summer Reading Challenge
Summer reading challenge – A good reading challenge will not only promote reading and encourage reading for pleasure, but it will encourage a reading culture to spread like a virus throughout your school.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Steve Smallman is a British author and illustrator known for his work in children’s literature. He has illustrated numerous books and has also written several titles. Smallman began his career as an illustrator, contributing to various children’s books and educational materials.
Among his notable works as an author are Smelly Peter: The Great Pea Eater, The Lamb Who Came for Dinner, and Dragon Stew. His books often feature humorous and engaging stories that appeal to young readers. Smallman has collaborated with various illustrators, including Lee Wildish and Joelle Dreidemy, to bring his stories to life.
In addition to his work as an author, Smallman has illustrated books for other writers, showcasing his versatility and talent in the field of children’s literature. His illustrations are characterized by their vibrant colours and expressive characters, which complement the narratives they accompany.
Steve Smallman’s contributions to children’s literature have been recognized with several awards. The Lamb Who Came for Dinner, illustrated by Joelle Dreidemy, received the Sheffield Children’s Book Award in 2007. This recognition highlights Smallman’s ability to create engaging and memorable stories for young audiences.
Summer reading challenge – A good reading challenge will not only promote reading and encourage reading for pleasure, but it will encourage a reading culture to spread like a virus throughout your school.
Children’s, young adult and teen books about Halloween, trick or treating, ghosts, unexplained events, and dark spooky nights. With books by Oliver Jeffers, Julia Donaldson, Eric Carle, Harriet Muncaster, Roald Dahl, Susan Hill, Neil Gaiman, Rainbow Rowell and more.
Maggie Sparks and the Fang-tastic Fairground is a good read for 5-9-year-old children. And if they love it, it’s just one of a growing collection of Maggie Sparks magical adventures.
Season 1, Episode 23 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for September 2024 and mobile phones in schools: yes or no?
Season 1, Episode 22 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for August 2024 and reading ideas to engage children and teens over the summer.
August 2024’s set of book club recommendations features a selection of outstanding new titles by Candy Bee, Steve Smallman, Ben Sanders, Steve Webb, Paige Towler, Janelle McCurdy, Jo Simmons, Jess Popplewell, Kara A. Kennedy and Maureen Johnson.
Poo in the Zoo: The Super Pooper Road Race has hilarious illustrations, rhyming text, and a touch of wordplay take the reader on an adventure to find out whose poo can be used to fuel madcap vehicles.
July 2024’s set of book club recommendations features a selection of thrilling new titles by Anna Fargher, Antonia Maxwell, Jan Dunning, Jennie Cashman Wilson, Jerome Martin, Meg McLaren, Nadia Shireen, Steve Smallman and Tim Collins.
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