Libraries 4 Schools
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School library consultancy for UK Primary schools. We love reading children's books - that's why we do it full-time! Posts by Lynda or Kim.
Ghost and Toast: Slice to Meet You, released today, is exactly what you'd expect from graphic novel author and illustrator Phil Corbett (creator of the Kitty Quest series). Ghost (the dead one) and Toast (the bread one) are going to be loads of fun for LKS2.
When you're not sure about the weather, the best thing to do is grab a book! And that's exactly what we did over August - you can check out our non-fiction recommendations that we enjoyed last month below! www.libraries4schools.com/2026/09/07/b...
Monthly Book Recommendations: August 2026 | Libraries 4 Schools
Book Recommendations: August 2026 | We're back this month to share some of our favourite reads over the past summery month!
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My love of #Malamander is legendary and I cannot articulate just how excited and grateful I am that I have a proof copy of @thomastaylor.bsky.social’s new title The Lantern and the Labyrinth to read. Out 08/04/27 for middle grade readers, my enormous thanks go to Thomas. @puffinbooksuk.bsky.social
One of the most hotly awaited books of the year is Jekyll vs Hyde: The Potion Of Doom by the master of creepy humour Jack Meggit-Phillips and @hollyswain.bsky.social (of Colin’s Castle fame), published by @farshorebooks.bsky.social. #BookSky #ChildrensBooks #BookPost #SpookyReads #BookReview
Strange things are happening in My Fish is Called Poseidon, the newest entry in the 'My Cat is Called Odin' series by Francesco Bedini and Stefano Tambellini, translated by Sylvia Notini (pub. @fivequillsforkids.bsky.social). Thank you Catherine Ward for our copy - grab yours 8th October 2026!
Recently updated on our site: Year 5 reading list for children aged 9-10. 📚👍🏼 schoolreadinglist.co.uk/reading-list... #kidlit This suggested reading list offers lots of book choices for children aged 9 and 10. From fantasy and animal stories to mysteries and science...
Books for Year 5 pupils aged 9-10 in KS2
Year 5 reading list for children aged 9-10 with titles by S.F Said, Vashti Hardy, Sabine Adeyinka, Polly Ho-Yen and Maz Evans.
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🌕 To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the publication of BRINGING DOWN THE MOON, my picture book illustrated by Vanessa Cabban and published by walkerbooksuk.bsky.social, I’m offering 3 schools a FREE virtual visit. To enter, fill out the form here: jonathanemmett.com/bdm-25-years #KidLitUK
The Worst Thing That Could Possibly Happen, by Guy Bass and David Roberts, is one of the most exciting and unique books of the year. It's a collection of spooky short stories, poetry and comic strips. The range of styles, both in the writing and the artwork, is just fantastic.
It all becomes more real when you go and sign copies of your book in bookshops. Signed copies of our graphic novel Wilomina: The Land of Dreams and Nightmares are available in Waterstones in Glasgow, our home town.
When Feather loses an important item from her settlement, it's up to her to journey along the top of the ruined Wall, keeping out of the dangerous Forest below. What might she find as she does? Read our review of The Forest of a Thousand Eyes here: www.libraries4schools.com/2026/08/20/f...
The Forest of a Thousand Eyes | Book Review | Libraries 4 Schools
The Forest of a Thousand Eyes book review | When a stranger takes an important item, Feather must journey across the forest to get it back.
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It’s Tuesday which means a new episode of Wilomina to read for free on Substack. You can also subscribe if you want to. metaphrog.substack.com/p/wilomina-t...
This September, watch out for the start of a new dark fantasy series The Hexton Chronicles by @amywilsonbooks.bsky.social, beginning with The Trouble With Magic. Each chapter is enhanced with a stunningly illustrated page by illustrator and card artist @ericdeschamps.bsky.social. [1/5]
Our publisher @scholasticuk.bsky.social made this fab trailer for our graphic novel Wilomina: The Land of Dreams and Nightmares! #KidLitUK #comics #graphicnovels
We're relaunching the Patron of Reading initiative, which is all about schools forming long-term relationships with authors, poets and illustrators. If you're a children's writer who'd be interested in taking part, just add your details to this list: padlet.com/mariezarro/p...
It’s publication day for our graphic novel Wilomina: The Land of Dreams and Nightmares! Can’t believe we’re here already! It’s out of hands now. Who knows what people will make of it. Les jeux sont fait. Rien ne va plus. @scholasticuk.bsky.social #KidLitUK #comics
How strange it is to think that 30 yrs ago Orion Children's Books published my stories about a tall fairy with spiky hair, big feet and no wings, named Nettie Mugwort! I'll always be thankful for Nettie, who came along at just the right moment and has never left me since 💙 - Lynda #ChildrensBooks
A big thank you again to Kiran at @scholasticuk.bsky.social for our unputdownable copy of Galaxy Runners: Jello Breaks the Universe by debut author James Lancett. This space adventure follows twins Kas and Fig, together with crew mates Mags and Skipper, as they try to eke out a living... [1/4]
Oh Lordy, just realised I've a book out next month. If you've ever been a fan of Malory Towers, or you know a young person who is, you can pre-order it. I'm pretty darn proud of it! #ukkidlit www.waterstones.com/book/malory-...
Malory Towers Mystery Club: Kidnap at Midnight by Fleur Hitchcock | Waterstones
Buy Malory Towers Mystery Club: Kidnap at Midnight by Fleur Hitchcock from Waterstones today! Click and Collect from your local Waterstones or get FREE UK delivery on orders over £25.
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We love graphic novels and this one is absolutely stunning! Wilomina: The Land of Dreams and Nightmares by @metaphrog.bsky.social (John Chalmers & Sandra Marrs) is the first in a new series, out 13th August. Thank you to Kiran at @scholasticuk.bsky.social for our awesome copy! [1/5] #ChildrensBooks
Another top entry in this series that will further cement its place as a big favourite in UKS2 and KS3.
The sequel to one of my absolute favourite children’s comics of all time, right here!
Scott Campbell@heyscottcampbell.bsky.social · 2mo agoGetting NERVOUS!! Tomorrow is the big day! @tundrabooks #cabinheadandtreehead
The N.A.U.G.H.T.Y (Nannies Against Underworld Gangsters, Hoodlums, Tyrants and Yobs) secret agents are back in Crooks and Nannies Too, by @chrismcguireauthor.bsky.social and illustrated by Martin Baines. [1/4] #BookSky #BookPost #ChildrensBooks #FunReads
#booksky 💙📚 At 2pm on the 21st of August I'll be at #ExmouthLibrary talking about super-crooks, slime and silliness. This free event’s about what makes a great story and we'll try and come up with some new tales together! #exmouthlibrary #exmouth #devonauthor #crooksandnanniestoo #chrismcguireauthor
Last week at Broken Frontier... Laika – Nessie Mooo Retells the Story of the Doomed Space Dog with an Anthropomorphic Twist. www.brokenfrontier.com/laika/
Laika - Nessie Mooo Retells the Story of the Doomed Space Dog with an Anthropomorphic Twist – Broken Frontier
Artist Nessie Mooo gives a very different take on the story of Laika, the Russian dog who orbited the Earth.
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🥰 🤟🏼 😊 Empathy, kindness and love books for children aged 3-12+ 😊 🤟🏿 🫶 With books by Laura Dockrill, Kerry Drewery, Dan Smith, Jess McGeachin, Michael Rosen, Catherine Rayner & Benjamin Dean. Free resources & lesson plan links! schoolreadinglist.co.uk/genres/empat...
Empathy, kindness and love books for children
Kindness, empathy and love children's books for students aged 3-12+ with titles by Laura Dockrill, Dan Smith, Alice Oseman & Michael Rosen.
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My upcoming Loki: A Bad God's Guide events: GLASGOW Aug 29: thegovanstones.org.uk/in-conversat... EDINBURGH Aug 30: www.edbookfest.co.uk/events/when-... BUDLEIGH SALTERTON Sept 26: www.ticketsource.com/budleigh-sal...
When Chaos Comes Calling with Louie Stowell | Edinburgh International Book Festival
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An absolute delight, chapter book Indie in Disguise: Stylist-ing and Other Jobs by Katie Clapham & Emma Farrarons is out now for 5+ readers 🥰 @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #KidlitUK #UKKidlit worldssmallestlibrary.wordpress.com/2026/08/02/i...
Indie in Disguise: Stylist-ing and Other Jobs by Katie Clapham, illustrated by Emma Farrarons
Cover illustration © 2026 Emma Farrarons For the very young, imaginative play is such an important part of growing up – something that they do automatically and that not only brings them huge…
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Actually, on the subject of comics in the classroom: One big hurdle I’ve found is teachers lacking confidence in drawing. I cannot recommend Ed Emberley’s how to draw books enough for this. He has a whole range, but Make A World & Faces are the two I’d start with.
