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Kiki’s Delivery Service

Kiki’s Delivery Service

Eiko Kadono, illus. Joe Todd Stanton

Kiki has just turned twelve. It is time for her to leave home because as a young witch that is the custom...

The Tooth Fairy and the Home of the Coin Makers

The Tooth Fairy and the Home of the Coin Makers

Samuel Langley-Swain, illus. Davide Ortu

What is the truth behind the Tooth Fairy and the coin that is left under your pillow? Twins Ollie and Grace are going to find out...

Dilwyn the Welsh Dragon

Dilwyn the Welsh Dragon

Samuel Langley-Swain, illus. Jessica Rose

Dilwyn the little red dragon is born in a very special place – and it is up to him to keep it safe.

When secrets set sail

When secrets set sail

Sita Brahmachari, illus. Evan Hollingdale

An 11-year old girl moves from Acorn’s Children’s Home to The Hearth. Will her new family welcome her?

Hello! A Counting Book of Kindnesses

Hello! A Counting Book of Kindnesses

Hollis Kurman, illus. Barroux

Your home has become too scary to stay. What might help you feel better? Let’s count the good things...

Crocodile tears

Crocodile tears

Roger McGough, illus. Greg McLeod

What happens when a bored Crocodile dresses up as a banana and says goodbye to the jungle?

The Body Image Book for Girls: Love yourself and grow up fearless

The Body Image Book for Girls: Love yourself and grow up fearless

Charlotte Markey, illus. Tim Oliver

How girls view themselves, especially as they enter their teens? Dr Charlotte Markey discusses body image issues in a friendly but authoritative approach.

Last: The Story of a White Rhino

Last: The Story of a White Rhino

Nicola Davies

A moving and subtle introduction to the threat to the world’s wildlife inspired by the true story of the last Northern White Rhino.

Julian at the wedding

Julian at the wedding

Jessica Love

A second delightful outing into the non-judgmental world and community of Julian, last seen wanting to be a mermaid.

Black and British: A short, essential history

Black and British: A short, essential history

David Olusoga

From Roman Britain and to the toppling of Edward Colston’s statue in Bristol, this book is peppered with examples of real people and their stories.

Taking Time

Taking Time

Jo Loring-Fisher

Through the eyes of children from different countries, this book reminds us to take time out of our busy lives to stop and appreciate the beauty and wonder of the world around us.

The Garden of Inside-Outside

The Garden of Inside-Outside

Chiara Mezzalama, illus. Régis Lejonc, transl. Sarah Ardizzone

More than a story of childhood fantasy, this book provides a powerful treatise on civil war and its impact on young lives.

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