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The Chairs: A Story About the Power of Community
Name: Louise Gahan
21 September 2026;Genre: Personal Growth
The Chairs by Britta Teckentrup is a beautifully illustrated and thought-provoking picture book that explores themes of community, belonging, inclusion and standing up for others. T he story begins with a single yellow chair appearing in a forest clearing, followed by m...
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Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam: The Robber Ghost
Name: Sue Wilsher
18 September 2026;Genre: Mystery & Detective
Nothing is more exciting than a new book about Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam! In The Robber Ghost, these robber dogs turned prize-winning chefs are heading for a posh hotel to do the catering for a Hallowe'en party. Greeted with the news that a ghost thief is on the loose, t...
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The Hexton Chronicles: The Trouble with Magic
Name: Beverley Somerset
18 September 2026;Genre: Fantasy
When he was very young, Fray Mantle was left in Brigstone by his grandfather, Old Skeg. Fray grows up living with Mrs Gibbons, but when his grandfather dies and Fray is sent a magical Croxometer, his hidden magic is revealed and Mrs Gibbons throws him out of her house. Alone, he returns...
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Tackling Racism Together: In partnership with Show Racism the Red Card
Name: Jane Rew
17 September 2026;Genre: Representation & Inclusion
Tackling Racism Together is an important book, jam-packed with material that will inform, challenge and maybe even correct those of its readers who are open to learning. It's a worthwhile read for any KS2 child - and adults for that matter - even (especially) if racism isn't t...
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Naughty: A hilarious picture book for children
Name: Linda Canning
15 September 2026;Genre: Funny Stories
Naughty is a joyful, funny picture book that's a hit with little ones. The illustrations are incredibly vibrant and packed with detail, giving plenty to spot, unpick and chat about on each page. I love that the core scene stays the same while small changes creep in - it makes...
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Scientists Making a Difference: 47 Inspirational Scientists Changing the World and How You Can Join Them
Name: Jacqueline Harris
14 September 2026;Genre: STEM
This is a book all about scientists of every variety, from botanists, to chemists to neuroscientists, and what they do as their jobs, alongside the actual science. 47 scientists have been interviewed about their work and the results presented in packed pages of information.</p...
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The Pumpkin Seed
Name: Sue Wilsher
11 September 2026;Genre: LBGTQ+
A mother and her daughter plant a pumpkin seed and watch as it starts to grow. But then Sam, mum's new partner, moves in, and everything seems to change. Although Sam is good at gardening and making paper planes, the little girl is not completely happy with the new situation. However, as time...
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The Forest Is a Part of Me
Name: Sue Wilsher
11 September 2026;Genre: Environment & Nature
A poignant and powerful account of love and activism, The Forest is a Part of Me tells the story of Kenyan climate activist, Elizabeth Wathuti, and her life's work to protect the forests of Nyeri County from the devastating effects of deforestation. Her dedication to the natur...
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Cosmic Cruise: A Solar System Adventure
Name: Sue Wilsher
10 September 2026;Genre: Non Fiction
In Cosmic Cruise: A Solar System Adventure, readers are taken on a wonderful adventure around our solar system, exploring all the planets, moons and wonders it holds! Opening with a communication from the Captain, the contents are presented as a travel plan for the reader, lay...
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Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam: The Robber Ghost
Name: Lizi Backhouse
10 September 2026;Genre: Mystery & Detective
It's Halloween and Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam have a job to bake for a Halloween Party at a posh hotel but when they arrive, they find out that all of the guests are being robbed by a ghost! Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam: The Robber Ghost is a fun picture book; the story...
