Topic: Growing up, Life changes
Age Range: 3-6
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Book Creator: Paddy Donnelly, Lu Fraser
A heartfelt, stay-with-you-forever story about a young girl’s relationship with her grandad that gently introduces little ones to the concept of the circle of life. With stunning illustrations by Paddy Donnelly.
Themes: Circle of life | Family | Growing Up | Trees | Change
Topic: Disability, Empathy, Growing up, Life changes
Age Range: 7-11
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Book Creator: Ella Dove
When Maya finds a list she made before losing her leg,
This funny and uplifting story by journalist and amputee Ella Dove is a celebration of friendship,
Topic: Growing up, LGBTQ+, Life changes, Sports
Book Creator: L.D. Lapinski
The debut YA graphic novel from bestselling author L. D. Lapinski and exciting new illustrator Logan Hanning. A powerful and uplifting story about self-discovery, acceptance and belonging. Perfect for fans of Heartstopper.
Topic: Growing up, Life changes, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship
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Book Creator: Omar Sharif
The ultimate mindset manual to empower young people to navigate challenges and achieve success, inspired by Omar Sharif’s unforgettable true story.
Themes: Non-Fiction | Mindset Manual | Self Belief | Achieving Potential
Topic: Growing up, Life changes, Mental Health
Age Range: 14+
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Book Creator: Xena Knox
A ground-breaking YA novel that empowers teenage girls to take charge of their desires and find their own buzz.
Themes: Relationships | Sexuality | Friendship | Female empowerment
Topic: Life changes, Non-Fiction
Age Range: 14+
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Book Creator: Matthew Burton
How to Ace Your Exams is a pioneering revision toolkit to help students. Featuring 25 tips and techniques to boost motivation, improve memory and support mental health. From inspirational headteacher and author of Go Big, Mr Matthew Burton.
Download this revision planner to help teens get started.
Topic: Empathy, Growing up, Life changes
Age Range: 7-11
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Book Creator: Cariad Lloyd
Topic: Empathy, English, Growing up, Life changes
Age Range: 3-6
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Book Creator: Rachel Bright, Jim Field
The bestselling story about confidence, self-esteem, and finding your roar.
Topic: Empathy, English, Growing up, Life changes, Mental Health, PSHE & Citizenship, Race & identity
Age Range: 7-11
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Book Creator: Onjali Q. Raúf
Celebrating the hidden army of Young Carers daily keeping their loved ones alive behind closed doors, and the everyday s/heroes that surround them, The Letter with the Golden Stamp delves into the fears and hopes of Young Carers everywhere, and the invisible sources of kindness knocking on all our doors.
Themes: Child carers | Empathy | Kindness | Community | Passion | Friendshipo | Family
Topic: Empathy, English, Growing up, Life changes
Age Range: 11-14
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Book Creator: David Almond
From the award-winning author of Skellig comes a new story of hope, friendship and conquering your fears.
Nothing is the same this summer. With Joff’s father ill and his mother working, he can’t wait to escape each day, but when his adventures take him to the Chapel of Doom, he uncovers something unexpected, something truly magical.
This timeless coming-of-age story is supported by curriculum-linked activities and display materials.
Themes: Coming of age | Back to school | Family | Illness
Topic: English, Growing up, Life changes, Race & identity
Book Creator: Nadine Aisha Jassat
How do you tell a story no one wants to hear? A page-turning mystery and quest for the truth, exploring race, identity and the power of your voice, from acclaimed writer Nadine Aisha Jassat. Perfect for KS2 readers.
Themes: Mystery | Truth | Identity | Friendship | Community
Hear a reading from the author here.
Topic: Growing up, Life changes, PSHE & Citizenship
Age Range: 3-6
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Book Creator: Rachel Ip, Natelle Quek
One Day At A Time is a sensitive and reassuring story about dealing with divorce and separation, teaching readers 3+ that even the biggest changes in life get easier, and happiness can grow again, if you take it one day at a time . . .
Themes: Families | Divorce | Separation | Change