Follow the trail of 400 EXTREME facts in the next fascinating FACTOPIA. Perfect for curious minds who want to know more, the 8th book in this information-packed series really pushes knowledge to the limits! Readers are invited to make connections, extend ideas and explore new directions as they look at facts in multiple ways. These… Continue reading EPIC FACTOPIA by Rose Davidson & Andy Smith ~ Blog Tour
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The Bletchley Riddle by Ruta Sepetys & Steve Sheinkin
The Bletchley Riddle is a richly layered story of spies, code breaking and strangers. Peril and intrigue fills every chapter as brother and sister Jakob and Lizzie try to work out who they can trust. As if the danger of working at Bletchley Park during the second world war wasn't enough, Jakob and Lizzie face… Continue reading The Bletchley Riddle by Ruta Sepetys & Steve Sheinkin
Dance of Resistance by Catherine Johnson: The Josephine Baker Story
Dance of Resistance is the vividly engaging story of singer, dancer and spy Josephine Baker. Told through incredibly accessible narrative non-fiction, readers travel with Josephine from East St Louis USA to Philadelphia, New York, Paris and then across Europe and Northern Africa. Her colourful life, full of adventure and self-made opportunity, is completely inspiring while… Continue reading Dance of Resistance by Catherine Johnson: The Josephine Baker Story
Meeting Meg: A Whistledown Farm Adventure by Nicola Baker ~ Blog Tour
It's such a delight to return to Whistledown Farm and join Ava on a whole new set of adventures as she learns more about life in the countryside and how to care for animals. She and her parents have moved to Whistledown Cottage on the edge of the farm which means they're there to stay!… Continue reading Meeting Meg: A Whistledown Farm Adventure by Nicola Baker ~ Blog Tour
The Invisibles by Susie Bower
I adore Susie Bower's writing. Her stories are heartfelt and full of meaning. Gloriously detailed and wonderfully imaginative settings with the most engaging characterisation create books that are completely unputdownable. The Invisibles is just as fantastic as Susie's previous middle grade novels. Focusing on the value of true friendship, courage, honesty and forgiveness, it is… Continue reading The Invisibles by Susie Bower
The Maps and Flags Book by Joe Fullman
Incredibly detailed and bursting with facts, The Maps and Flags Book is a valuable resource perfect for every Key Stage 2 classroom. Children love exploring geography - discovering how things are similar and different around the world. They will spend hours looking at this fascinating book, coming back to it again and again. Reading maps… Continue reading The Maps and Flags Book by Joe Fullman
Valley of the Vikings by Liz Kessler
Emily Windsnap is back with another wonderfully delightful fantasy adventure - her tenth in a series spanning twenty years. This "semi-mer" - half human, half mermaid - is embracing who she is and loves solving mysteries with friends, whether it's under the sea or on land. Valley of the Vikings is full of magic, myth… Continue reading Valley of the Vikings by Liz Kessler
Fyn Carter and the Legends from Atlantis by Ian Hunter ~ Blog Tour
"I believe you're the one who will find a safe and stable way, Fyn. You will be the way between our worlds." Return to Eromlos with 12-year-old Fyn Carter, his best friend Amy and his Grandad Bernie for a second action-packed science fiction adventure. Still searching for his missing father, Fyn is trying to work… Continue reading Fyn Carter and the Legends from Atlantis by Ian Hunter ~ Blog Tour
The Abandoned Theatre by Dana Robertson
The Abandoned Theatre is a thrilling teen / middle grade fantasy portal mystery centred on friendship and family. An unusual theatre deep in the woods on the Winnodov property has been shrouded in mystery ever since the night Mr Winnodov disappeared. Now, eight years later, it's happening again. A group of teens sneak into the… Continue reading The Abandoned Theatre by Dana Robertson
Wild by Katya Balen & Gill Smith
October, October by Katya Balen changed my view of children's books. It showed me the true power of character and how children deserve the chance to explore their inner-most feelings. It embraces nature, wildlife and the opportunity to be completely true to yourself. In her picture book, Wild, Katya Balen explores these same themes. It's… Continue reading Wild by Katya Balen & Gill Smith
