Kid Normal: Kid Normal 1

This is the first book in a series by Radio 1 presenter Greg James and award-winning journalist Chris Smith. Murph Cooper is new in town and is in need of a new school; luckily for him, he is offered a place at 'The School' after his mum tells the strange teacher that, with his help, Murph could really 'fly'. Despite being told they were not accepting new students, Murph suddenly finds himself enrolling and meeting some very strange people indeed. Within weeks, Murph discovers that this is no ordinary school and with his classmates all being able to fly, control the weather (or even conjure tiny horses from thin air!), Murph's biggest task is to find an extraordinary skill of his own - oh, and defeat some rather strange, buzzing supervillains in the process! An absolute belter of a read which kids will love for its funny characters, superhero-themed storyline and witty one-liners. I think this would encourage even the most relunctuant of readers to pick it up and beg for the sequel! Perfect for ages 8+. 400 pages / Ages 8+ / Reviewed by Leanne Woolcock, teacher

Suggested Reading Age 7+