is a treasure-trove of fascinating facts. With chapters of illustrated information about life, the universe, medieval times, modern times and more, there's so much to discover! 

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 highlights 12 words that have arrived into the English language over time and where they have come from. A fun foray into #etymology for younger readers.

 illustrated by Maria Tina Beddia is suitably titled 'The Worst Alphabet Book Ever.' This fun take on how letters 'misbehave' in certain words is fun to explore time and time again.

 is a joy to discover. Titled as 'a collection of untranslatable words from around the world' this book gives readers the opportunity to go on a lexical trip around the world. Just perfect! 

 is a great addition to any library. Packed full of interesting facts about our language, this is a great pick to help learners delve into how words work and to amplify a love of language.

 - just the right mix of humour and learning. 

 illustrated by Louise Lockhart is a treasure-trove of lexical deliciousness! Each page is full of interesting selections, a perfect opportunity to explore the wonderful words of the English language.

 series yet? The first is 'The Exceptionally Bad Tooth Fairy' - a fun story that is enhanced with explicit strategies for teaching new words embedded throughout. 

, illustrated by Jerry Pinkney makes the reader think of what home means to them. Walking in the woods, a family discovers evidence of an old house. The reader is then transported back in time to explore the past. 

 is a beautiful, wordless picture book - perfect for younger readers. A young boy leaves home in a hurry. His dog soon realises that he's forgotten his hat and embarks on an adventure to find him. A beautiful story to share.

 offers us the classic, wordless picture book - Up and Up. What would happen if a bunch of balloons whisked you away at a moment's notice? The skilful craft of Hughes brings the story to life through black and white pencil drawings.

 is a beautiful book telling the story of a boy and his relationship with a tree who continually gives of itself over the years to help the boy grow. A story of love and respect and what it means to grow up.

 and is the perfect reading material for little explorers! Ask parents if anyone in their family is a member as members receive this magazine FREE each term. So much to explore about the world around us! 

 is a fantastic, free resource for children to access at home. Info here on how to sign up for this wonderful, free resource - perfect to encourage reading at home. https://lego.com/en-gb/life/subscription… 

 is a great choice for upper KS2 and KS3 - a fun magazine full of science facts and experiments to try at home. Lots of fun, free ideas for science learning at home here. https://whizzpopbang.com/free-resources/

 is a great choice to encourage reading for different purposes - especially good for upper KS2 and KS3 readers. Lots of great resources available on their 'learning resource hub' for remote learning, as well. https://aquila.co.uk/aquila-resources/…

 is an out-of-this-world adventure - literally! What happens when you're 12 years old, you win a contest and you end up going into space? This book is full of laughs and fun - great to add some happiness to your reading adventures.

 - a journey story of a fox trying to find his way back to the boy who raised him. Set in a familiar, yet uncertain world, this is a story of perseverance, friendship and resilience. Beautiful in every way.

 is one of my absolute favourites - a story full of mystery and magic. Stuart Horten comes from a long line of magicians and he soon finds out how deep the mystery actually runs. A great book of adventure to share!

 , we meet Alfie Monk. He's your average teenager except for one small detail - he's 1,000 years old! This is a story of acceptance, friendship and finding your feet - an absolute joy. 

 The Goldfish Boy - the story of Matthew, a boy who stays inside in order to avoid the germs of the outside world. Soon, Matthew is forced outside of his comfort zone as he lands in the centre of a neighbourhood mystery-finding friendship along the way. 

 is the beautifully told story of a young girl, Marinka, and her Baba - who guides the dead to the afterlife. Full of well-rounded characters and an exploration of what it means to be alive, this is one to read.

 have a new offering in The Lost Spells- another collection of 'spells' about the natural world. The Lost Spells is the pint-sized sequel in this series with illustrations and words joined to perfection.

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 is a beautiful story of a boy who learns to accept and understand his own unique qualities. Drawn from the author's own experience, this book is one to be enjoyed time and time again.

 is a story about friendship and acceptance. Full-page spreads bursting with colour and engaging characters make this a perfect bedtime read for any age. 

 , illustrated by Daniel Gray-Barnett is a collection of poems to be performed, whether whispered, shouted or danced! My favourite was ‘To the Countryside’ –a perfect contrast between the sounds of the city and the sights of the countryside.

 brings the scene of a bustling farmers’ market to life. A beautiful celebration of farmers and food artisans from around the world. 

 told in narrative poetry form, is the story of America’s first transcontinental railroad. Full of facts about life on the railroad in the late 1800s, this is a must-read for train lovers of all ages. 

 showing how collage can be created using everyday objects. What objects could you combine to describe your teacher? Your best friend?

 in Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn mirrors the changes described in the narrative.

 tells the story of ‘King Fritz,’ or Frederick the Great – the King of Prussia and champion of the potato! A fun, cleverly illustrated book that could be used to support discussions around the harvest and the history of farming.

 returns with his second picture book adventure, Float, telling the wordless tale of a little boy’s adventure with a paper boat on a rainy day. Fun, playful illustrations will keep children engaged read after read. 

@storybreathing, you will appreciate this book.

 just finding time over lunch to enjoy #CherryMoon. What a triumph! I love the marriage of your words and the illustrations by Junli Song.

 shares fun, black and white sketches that tell the story of Mini who discovers a dog wearing shoes on her journey home. A delightful story for dog lovers everywhere! Perfect for younger readers.

 does for weasels what Emily Gravett does for rabbits! A fun, humourous story about weasels who spend their days plotting world domination - Weasels is one to read. 

 tells one story through the illustrations and one through the text. A fun, playful book for younger readers that will encourage children to look closely for clues to prove the title wrong in true panto style – it’s behind you!

 's triumph Little Red gives us unique black and white drawings (and a hint of red!) that capture the imagination. This playful, familiar story and fun illustrations could be used as part of an exploration of variations on traditional tales.

#NumberTheStars offers her first picture book about relationships #CrowCall. A story of a young girl reconnecting with her father as they beckon crows from the quiet sky. A window into the author’s life - a story modelled on childhood memories.