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'''Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2012'''
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Waterstones Children's Book Prize is now in its eighth year and once again there are some exciting books to choose from.
  
Waterstones Children's Book Prize is now in its eighth year and once again there are some exciting books to choose from.  The results will be announced on 28 March , but in the meantime we've been having a look through the various categories.
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'''The Winner'''
  
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{{Frontpage
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|author=Jonny Duddle
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|title=The Pirates Next Door
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|rating=4
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|genre=For Sharing
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|summary= Matilda lives in the little seaside town of Dull-on-Sea where the average age is 67. The house next door has been empty since she was a baby and she longs for a family with a girl of her own age to move in but instead a family of pirates move into the decrepit old house - complete with their pirate ship, treasure chests, barrels of grog and Jim Lad who is in Matilda's class at school. The neighbours - well, the town - are not pleased, so what will the pirate family do to win them round? Meanwhile, Matilda is having a lot of fun.
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|isbn=1848773927
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'''The Shortlists'''
 
'''The Shortlists'''
  
 
'''Picture Books'''
 
'''Picture Books'''
  
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Marta Altes
 
|author=Marta Altes
 
|title=No!
 
|title=No!
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|genre=For Sharing
 
|genre=For Sharing
 
|summary= Perfect for dog lovers, this is a fun story to read aloud, with lively illustrations.  
 
|summary= Perfect for dog lovers, this is a fun story to read aloud, with lively illustrations.  
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1846434173</amazonuk>
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|isbn=1846434173
 
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Ann Bonwill and Simon Rickerty
 
|author=Ann Bonwill and Simon Rickerty
 
|title=I Don't Want To Be A Pea!
 
|title=I Don't Want To Be A Pea!
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|genre=For Sharing
 
|genre=For Sharing
 
|summary=Most children are very capable of squabbling about almost anything and, so it seems, are hippos and birds. In this charming book, this extremely unlikely pair continually argue about what each should wear to Bird-Hippo FairyTale Fancy Dress party but they do both agree on one thing – neither wants to be a pea! Will they ever be able to resolve the argument?  
 
|summary=Most children are very capable of squabbling about almost anything and, so it seems, are hippos and birds. In this charming book, this extremely unlikely pair continually argue about what each should wear to Bird-Hippo FairyTale Fancy Dress party but they do both agree on one thing – neither wants to be a pea! Will they ever be able to resolve the argument?  
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0192780182</amazonuk>
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|isbn=0192780182
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Jonny Duddle
 
|author=Jonny Duddle
 
|title=The Pirates Next Door
 
|title=The Pirates Next Door
|rating=unreviewed
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|rating=4
 
|genre=For Sharing
 
|genre=For Sharing
|summary= We don't yet have a review of this book but we hope to have one soon.
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|summary= Matilda lives in the little seaside town of Dull-on-Sea where the average age is 67. The house next door has been empty since she was a baby and she longs for a family with a girl of her own age to move in but instead a family of pirates move into the decrepit old house - complete with their pirate ship, treasure chests, barrels of grog and Jim Lad who is in Matilda's class at school. The neighbours - well, the town - are not pleased, so what will the pirate family do to win them round? Meanwhile, Matilda is having a lot of fun.  
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>184877219X</amazonuk>
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|isbn=1848773927
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Chris Haughton
 
|author=Chris Haughton
 
|title=A Bit Lost
 
|title=A Bit Lost
|rating=unreviewed
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|rating=3.5
 
|genre=For Sharing
 
|genre=For Sharing
|summary= We don't yet have a review of this book but we hope to have one soon.
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|summary=Little owl has fallen out of his nest - uh-oh! Thankfully, a kindly squirrel is going to help him find his mummy. The little owl remembers aspects of what she looks like, so the squirrel ticks off animal after animal until they find mummy owl.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1406333832</amazonuk>
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|isbn=1406333832
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Jon Klassen
 
|author=Jon Klassen
 
|title=I Want My Hat Back
 
|title=I Want My Hat Back
|rating=unreviewed
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|rating=4
 
|genre=For Sharing
 
|genre=For Sharing
|summary= We don't yet have a review of this book but we hope to have one soon.
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|summary=The poor bear has lost his hat. He wants it back. As with all bears, he's a bit of a surly ol' thing. His pointy red hat is about the only thing that puts a smile on his face, and he just can't find it. The fox and frog don't know where it is, the rabbit is evasive, and the tortoise is more interested in climbing a rock. How will the bear ever find his hat? Poor bear.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1406336831</amazonuk>
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|isbn=1406336831
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Nadia Shireen
 
|author=Nadia Shireen
 
|title=Good Little Wolf
 
|title=Good Little Wolf
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|genre=For Sharing
 
|genre=For Sharing
 
|summary= A cheeky and fun take on big bad wolf fairy tales. Although there's one twist too many, the vibrant text and adorable illustrations make it well-worth a read. Warmly recommended.
 
|summary= A cheeky and fun take on big bad wolf fairy tales. Although there's one twist too many, the vibrant text and adorable illustrations make it well-worth a read. Warmly recommended.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1780080018</amazonuk>
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|isbn=1780080018
 
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'''Fiction 5 to 12'''
 
'''Fiction 5 to 12'''
  
{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Mackenzie Crook
 
|author=Mackenzie Crook
 
|title=The Windvale Sprites
 
|title=The Windvale Sprites
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|genre=Confident Readers
 
|genre=Confident Readers
 
|summary= If you, like me, thought this was a vanity project from a celebrity, then be prepared to be staggered.  A boy discovering fairies has hardly been covered in a better way.
 
|summary= If you, like me, thought this was a vanity project from a celebrity, then be prepared to be staggered.  A boy discovering fairies has hardly been covered in a better way.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0571240712</amazonuk>
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|isbn=0571304087
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Janet Foxley
 
|author=Janet Foxley
 
|title=Muncle Trogg
 
|title=Muncle Trogg
|rating=unreviewed
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|rating=4
 
|genre=Confident Readers
 
|genre=Confident Readers
|summary= We don't yet have a review of this book but we hope to have one soon.
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|summary=Muncle Trogg is the smallest giant in the world. He's fed up of being upside-downed by his bigger, but younger, brother, Gritt. At school, he always falls foul of the other pupils. The teachers don't treat him too much better. He simply doesn't fit in at all. With his school-leaving exams coming up, Muncle doesn't know what he's going to do with himself. However, Sir Biblos, the King's wise man, sees a spark in Muncle, and Muncle embarks on adventures that dabble in the edges of the Smalling world.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1906427038</amazonuk>
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|isbn=1906427038
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Gill Lewis
 
|author=Gill Lewis
 
|title=Sky Hawk
 
|title=Sky Hawk
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|genre=Confident Readers
 
|genre=Confident Readers
 
|summary= Lovely story of love, loss and conservation and how one wild bird can bring friends, families and even strangers together. This one will be great within a school context, but is just as fulfilling to read at home. Recommended.
 
|summary= Lovely story of love, loss and conservation and how one wild bird can bring friends, families and even strangers together. This one will be great within a school context, but is just as fulfilling to read at home. Recommended.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0192756249</amazonuk>
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|isbn=0192756249
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Liz Pichon
 
|author=Liz Pichon
 
|title=The Brilliant World of Tom Gates
 
|title=The Brilliant World of Tom Gates
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|genre=Confident Readers
 
|genre=Confident Readers
 
|summary=A cross between a book and a comic but in book form this story of his life as told by the year 5 lad is a great read - particularly for reluctant readers. Highly recommended.  
 
|summary=A cross between a book and a comic but in book form this story of his life as told by the year 5 lad is a great read - particularly for reluctant readers. Highly recommended.  
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1407120697</amazonuk>
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|isbn=1407120697
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Alan Silberberg
 
|author=Alan Silberberg
 
|title=Milo and the Restart Button
 
|title=Milo and the Restart Button
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|genre=Confident Readers
 
|genre=Confident Readers
 
|summary= Lovely story about coming to terms with grief. Milo's voice is sweet and honest and regular comic strip punctuations prevent things from ever becoming too painful.
 
|summary= Lovely story about coming to terms with grief. Milo's voice is sweet and honest and regular comic strip punctuations prevent things from ever becoming too painful.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0857071904</amazonuk>
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|isbn=0857071904
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Alex T Smith
 
|author=Alex T Smith
 
|title=Claude in the City
 
|title=Claude in the City
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|genre=Confident Readers
 
|genre=Confident Readers
 
|summary= Fantastic illustrations that fit perfectly with this funny story.  A wonderful book that I think grown ups will love as much as children!  
 
|summary= Fantastic illustrations that fit perfectly with this funny story.  A wonderful book that I think grown ups will love as much as children!  
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0340998997</amazonuk>
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|isbn=0340998997
 
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'''Teens'''
 
'''Teens'''
  
{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Jenny Downham
 
|author=Jenny Downham
 
|title=You Against Me
 
|title=You Against Me
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|genre=Teens
 
|genre=Teens
 
|summary= A book about love, loyalty and choices. Beautifully written and tremendously moving, it's a worthy follow up to the phenomenally successful [[Before I Die by Jenny Downham|Before I Die]].
 
|summary= A book about love, loyalty and choices. Beautifully written and tremendously moving, it's a worthy follow up to the phenomenally successful [[Before I Die by Jenny Downham|Before I Die]].
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0385613504</amazonuk>
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|isbn=0385613504
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Phil Earle
 
|author=Phil Earle
 
|title=Being Billy
 
|title=Being Billy
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|genre=Teens
 
|genre=Teens
 
|summary=Thought-provoking and moving story of a boy who's been in long-term care. Unreliable narration gives this story direct impact and a big punch. Bookbag thought it was great.  
 
|summary=Thought-provoking and moving story of a boy who's been in long-term care. Unreliable narration gives this story direct impact and a big punch. Bookbag thought it was great.  
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0141331356</amazonuk>
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|isbn=0141331356
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Morgan Matson
 
|author=Morgan Matson
 
|title=Amy and Roger's Epic Detour
 
|title=Amy and Roger's Epic Detour
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|genre=Teens
 
|genre=Teens
 
|summary= A sweet, funny and touching tale of grief and recovery which is one of the most beautifully put together books I've read for a long time, adding 'scrapbook style' parts which supplement the main narrative perfectly.
 
|summary= A sweet, funny and touching tale of grief and recovery which is one of the most beautifully put together books I've read for a long time, adding 'scrapbook style' parts which supplement the main narrative perfectly.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0857072684</amazonuk>
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|isbn=0857072684
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Annabel Pitcher
 
|author=Annabel Pitcher
 
|title=My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece
 
|title=My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece
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|genre=Teens
 
|genre=Teens
 
|summary=A sad, funny and uplifting story about a family in crisis, mourning for a child killed in a terrorist attack. Jamie, the central character, has an offbeat, unflinchingly honest voice that readers won't forget in a hurry.  
 
|summary=A sad, funny and uplifting story about a family in crisis, mourning for a child killed in a terrorist attack. Jamie, the central character, has an offbeat, unflinchingly honest voice that readers won't forget in a hurry.  
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1780620292</amazonuk>
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|isbn=1780620292
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Veronica Roth
 
|author=Veronica Roth
 
|title=Divergent
 
|title=Divergent
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|genre=Teens
 
|genre=Teens
 
|summary= Beatrice - or Tris as she becomes - belongs to one of five factions in a segregated future world. Beatrice is Abnegation (selflessness) but has always struggled with the self-effacing lifestyle embraced by her faction. But she's not sure if she's any better-suited to one of the others: Candor (honesty), Amity (kindness), Erudite (intellect) or Dauntless (courage). So Tris approaches the faction aptitude test taken by all sixteen-year-olds in her society with a large dollop of trepidation.  
 
|summary= Beatrice - or Tris as she becomes - belongs to one of five factions in a segregated future world. Beatrice is Abnegation (selflessness) but has always struggled with the self-effacing lifestyle embraced by her faction. But she's not sure if she's any better-suited to one of the others: Candor (honesty), Amity (kindness), Erudite (intellect) or Dauntless (courage). So Tris approaches the faction aptitude test taken by all sixteen-year-olds in her society with a large dollop of trepidation.  
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0007420412</amazonuk>
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|isbn=0008167907
 
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{{topten
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{{Frontpage
 
|author=Ruta Sepetys
 
|author=Ruta Sepetys
 
|title=Between Shades of Gray
 
|title=Between Shades of Gray
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|genre=Teens
 
|genre=Teens
 
|summary=This novel is based on real-life accounts.  It's 1941 and Lithuanian citizens are being evicted from their homeland and forced to make a gruelling journey - but how many are strong enough to survive?  
 
|summary=This novel is based on real-life accounts.  It's 1941 and Lithuanian citizens are being evicted from their homeland and forced to make a gruelling journey - but how many are strong enough to survive?  
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0141335882</amazonuk>
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|isbn=0141335882
 
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[[Category: Lists]]

Latest revision as of 13:13, 3 February 2024


Waterstones Children's Book Prize is now in its eighth year and once again there are some exciting books to choose from.

The Winner

1848773927.jpg

Review of

The Pirates Next Door by Jonny Duddle

4star.jpg For Sharing

Matilda lives in the little seaside town of Dull-on-Sea where the average age is 67. The house next door has been empty since she was a baby and she longs for a family with a girl of her own age to move in but instead a family of pirates move into the decrepit old house - complete with their pirate ship, treasure chests, barrels of grog and Jim Lad who is in Matilda's class at school. The neighbours - well, the town - are not pleased, so what will the pirate family do to win them round? Meanwhile, Matilda is having a lot of fun. Full Review

The Shortlists

Picture Books

1846434173.jpg

Review of

No! by Marta Altes

4.5star.jpg For Sharing

Perfect for dog lovers, this is a fun story to read aloud, with lively illustrations. Full Review

0192780182.jpg

Review of

I Don't Want To Be A Pea! by Ann Bonwill and Simon Rickerty

5star.jpg For Sharing

Most children are very capable of squabbling about almost anything and, so it seems, are hippos and birds. In this charming book, this extremely unlikely pair continually argue about what each should wear to Bird-Hippo FairyTale Fancy Dress party but they do both agree on one thing – neither wants to be a pea! Will they ever be able to resolve the argument? Full Review

1848773927.jpg

Review of

The Pirates Next Door by Jonny Duddle

4star.jpg For Sharing

Matilda lives in the little seaside town of Dull-on-Sea where the average age is 67. The house next door has been empty since she was a baby and she longs for a family with a girl of her own age to move in but instead a family of pirates move into the decrepit old house - complete with their pirate ship, treasure chests, barrels of grog and Jim Lad who is in Matilda's class at school. The neighbours - well, the town - are not pleased, so what will the pirate family do to win them round? Meanwhile, Matilda is having a lot of fun. Full Review

1406333832.jpg

Review of

A Bit Lost by Chris Haughton

3.5star.jpg For Sharing

Little owl has fallen out of his nest - uh-oh! Thankfully, a kindly squirrel is going to help him find his mummy. The little owl remembers aspects of what she looks like, so the squirrel ticks off animal after animal until they find mummy owl. Full Review

1406336831.jpg

Review of

I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen

4star.jpg For Sharing

The poor bear has lost his hat. He wants it back. As with all bears, he's a bit of a surly ol' thing. His pointy red hat is about the only thing that puts a smile on his face, and he just can't find it. The fox and frog don't know where it is, the rabbit is evasive, and the tortoise is more interested in climbing a rock. How will the bear ever find his hat? Poor bear. Full Review

1780080018.jpg

Review of

Good Little Wolf by Nadia Shireen

4star.jpg For Sharing

A cheeky and fun take on big bad wolf fairy tales. Although there's one twist too many, the vibrant text and adorable illustrations make it well-worth a read. Warmly recommended. Full Review

Fiction 5 to 12

0571304087.jpg

Review of

The Windvale Sprites by Mackenzie Crook

4.5star.jpg Confident Readers

If you, like me, thought this was a vanity project from a celebrity, then be prepared to be staggered. A boy discovering fairies has hardly been covered in a better way. Full Review

1906427038.jpg

Review of

Muncle Trogg by Janet Foxley

4star.jpg Confident Readers

Muncle Trogg is the smallest giant in the world. He's fed up of being upside-downed by his bigger, but younger, brother, Gritt. At school, he always falls foul of the other pupils. The teachers don't treat him too much better. He simply doesn't fit in at all. With his school-leaving exams coming up, Muncle doesn't know what he's going to do with himself. However, Sir Biblos, the King's wise man, sees a spark in Muncle, and Muncle embarks on adventures that dabble in the edges of the Smalling world. Full Review


0192756249.jpg

Review of

Sky Hawk by Gill Lewis

4.5star.jpg Confident Readers

Lovely story of love, loss and conservation and how one wild bird can bring friends, families and even strangers together. This one will be great within a school context, but is just as fulfilling to read at home. Recommended. Full Review

1407120697.jpg

Review of

The Brilliant World of Tom Gates by Liz Pichon

4.5star.jpg Confident Readers

A cross between a book and a comic but in book form this story of his life as told by the year 5 lad is a great read - particularly for reluctant readers. Highly recommended. Full Review

0857071904.jpg

Review of

Milo and the Restart Button by Alan Silberberg

4.5star.jpg Confident Readers

Lovely story about coming to terms with grief. Milo's voice is sweet and honest and regular comic strip punctuations prevent things from ever becoming too painful. Full Review

0340998997.jpg

Review of

Claude in the City by Alex T Smith

5star.jpg Confident Readers

Fantastic illustrations that fit perfectly with this funny story. A wonderful book that I think grown ups will love as much as children! Full Review

Teens

0385613504.jpg

Review of

You Against Me by Jenny Downham

5star.jpg Teens

A book about love, loyalty and choices. Beautifully written and tremendously moving, it's a worthy follow up to the phenomenally successful Before I Die. Full Review

0141331356.jpg

Review of

Being Billy by Phil Earle

4star.jpg Teens

Thought-provoking and moving story of a boy who's been in long-term care. Unreliable narration gives this story direct impact and a big punch. Bookbag thought it was great. Full Review

0857072684.jpg

Review of

Amy and Roger's Epic Detour by Morgan Matson

5star.jpg Teens

A sweet, funny and touching tale of grief and recovery which is one of the most beautifully put together books I've read for a long time, adding 'scrapbook style' parts which supplement the main narrative perfectly. Full Review

1780620292.jpg

Review of

My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece by Annabel Pitcher

5star.jpg Teens

A sad, funny and uplifting story about a family in crisis, mourning for a child killed in a terrorist attack. Jamie, the central character, has an offbeat, unflinchingly honest voice that readers won't forget in a hurry. Full Review

0008167907.jpg

Review of

Divergent by Veronica Roth

4star.jpg Teens

Beatrice - or Tris as she becomes - belongs to one of five factions in a segregated future world. Beatrice is Abnegation (selflessness) but has always struggled with the self-effacing lifestyle embraced by her faction. But she's not sure if she's any better-suited to one of the others: Candor (honesty), Amity (kindness), Erudite (intellect) or Dauntless (courage). So Tris approaches the faction aptitude test taken by all sixteen-year-olds in her society with a large dollop of trepidation. Full Review

0141335882.jpg

Review of

Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys

4star.jpg Teens

This novel is based on real-life accounts. It's 1941 and Lithuanian citizens are being evicted from their homeland and forced to make a gruelling journey - but how many are strong enough to survive? Full Review