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Books about grief and loss

Books can help children to understand sad feelings – from losing a cherished toy to the death of a family member. We've suggested a few books to help them cope, prepare for future tough times, or just enjoy a good book together now.

Favourite Graphic Novels for Middle Grade Children

These comics and graphic novels offer a different route into discovering the pleasure of reading.

Favourite Graphic Novels for Secondary School Children

Foody booklist for The Great British Bake Off

To celebrate the return of The Great British Bake Off, we've sieved together some great baking book recommendations to get you in the foody mood.

With the zest of dragons, a hint of Chris Riddell and garnished with a bit royalty, this booklist is perfect for children aged 4-10 years old.

Ghost stories for older children

The days are getting shorter, the nights are getting longer – what better time to curl up with a ghost story? For ages 7-12+.

Great Books Guide 2016: age 4-5

We've just published the Great Books Guide 2016 for Children's Book Week: a round-up of 60 books from over the last year, which we think your child will love. Here are are our favourite books for 4-5-year-olds.

Great Books Guide 2016: age 6-7

We've just published the Great Books Guide 2016 for Children's Book Week: a round-up of 60 books from over the last year, which we think your child will love. Here are are our favourite books for 6-7-year-olds.

Great Books Guide 2016: age 8+

We've just published the Great Books Guide 2016 for Children's Book Week: a round-up of 60 books from over the last year, which we think your child will love. Here are are our favourite books for children aged 8+.

Great Books Guide 2017: for 4-5 year olds

Here's a round-up of books from over the last year (2017), which we think any child will love. The're brilliant books for those in Reception or Year 1 (4-5 years).

Great Books Guide 2017: for 6-7 year olds

Here's a round-up of books from over the last year (2017), which we think any child will love. Check out the books below for children in Year 2 or 3 (aged 6-7).

Great Books Guide 2017: for 8-9 year olds

Here's a round-up of books from over the last year (2017), which we think any child will love. For children in Year 4 or 5 (aged 8-9), check out our recommended books in this list.

Great Books Guide 2017: for children aged 0-3

Here's a round-up of books from over the last year (2017), which we think any child will love. These are perfect for parents and carers to share with younger children (3 and under) to get them hooked on books from an early age.

Great Books Guide 2017: for children aged 10-11

Here's a round-up of books from over the last year (2017), which we think any child will love. The books in this list are great for children towards the end of primary school, aged 10-11. They won't want to put them down!