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Top booklists this month
Explore some of our favourite booklists this month!
Books about people who help us, for age 0-5
Discovering people in our community who help us (and their exciting vehicles!) is a key part of children's early years. As their worlds broaden to people and things outside the home, so they learn how some people have jobs that keep us safe and well. These are some of our favourite books to engage and excite young children on this topic.
Blended families
It's so important for children to see their family life reflected in books - and to see what other families might be like, too.
So we've put together a list of great reads which feature blended families:
Families come in all shapes and sizes, and it's validating and comforting to see your family reflected in books. This selection, for all ages, features …
'Under the sea' books for 0-5s
This selection will introduce young children to a wide variety of sea creatures through interactive board books and fun picture book stories.
Top blogs this month
Why illustrations are crucial for children of all ages
Find out why Klaus Flugge Prize judge Olivia Ahmad believes pictures in children's books are something to treasure.
7 superb whodunnits for children, chosen by PG Bell
Author PG Bell recommends some favourite sleuthing stories.
More tips for encouraging reading for pleasure in your school
Get top tips for encouraging reading for pleasure in your school from the winners of the Farshore Reading for Pleasure Awards.
