Great books to share

Find a book to share

Use our bookfinder to find lots of great books to share, organised by age and theme

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Picture books to share

Children's Laureate and bestselling author of The Gruffalo Julia Donaldson recommends these picture books for sharing with children

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Children's apps and e-books

Why not try sharing a children's book app or e-book with your child?

If you and your child love playing sports together, why not try one of these books with a sporting theme? Whether you prefer football, dance, cycling or swimming there's something for everyone on our list.

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Blast off into space!

These great intergalactic adventures will take you and your child on exciting interstellar journeys through the cosmos...

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Read an interactive story

Visit the Bookstart website to read an interactive story, Some Dogs Do, plus top tips for sharing the book with your child

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Books we love

There are lots of great books to enjoy this month - from delightful new picture books from the likes of Alex T Smith and Karen George, to engaging stories for older readers by Rachel Campbell-Johnston, Gill Lewis and Andrew Lane.

Our picks for May