Schools & Libraries Book Reviews

Name: Emily Beale
18 March 2018;

Genre: Adventure

Neon Leon is not your average chameleon. He's easy to spot amongst his inconspicuous friends, whether or not he's hanging around in a leafy jungle, a sunny desert or a craggy rock pile. Whilst he may look like all of the other chameleons, lizard shaped with tong-like feet and an incredible curly...

More

Name: Ruby Age 10
18 March 2018;

Genre: Humour

Anglebrook's Got Talent is rolling into Anglebrook High, and Matt is desperate to show off his comedy skills. But there's only one problem. Matt's best friend, Rob, has a bad case of stage fright! Can Matt beat the terror out of Rob before the big night?! This book is a mega rollercoaster of lau...

More

Name: Ruby Age 10
17 March 2018;

Genre: Humour

Joe Spud is the richest boy in the world, all because of one loo roll. he goes to the richest school in England, St. Cuthberts, where they have to wear itchy Elizabethan ruffs and tights. Just because of a loo roll. All the boys make fun of Joe, and call him Bum boy. His dad, Mr Spud, can afford...

More

Name: Emily Marcuccilli
17 March 2018;

Genre: Adventure

Wellbeing is a key theme within schools, education in general and in wider society today. This lovely book is a very welcome addition to the growing area of publication focusing on wellbeing and mental health, addressing the topic in a way that is perfect for the Key Stage 2 reader. The autho...

More

Name: Ruby Age 10
17 March 2018;

Genre: Animals

After Bertie discovers a rare breed of white lion, he raises it to be his very own. However, the South African plains are no place for a young boy, so he is sent to a very strict boarding school. Every day, the inseparable pair think about each over. Will Bertie ever see his faithful pal again?...

More

Name: Ruby Age 10
17 March 2018;

Genre: Fantasy

Harry's life just couldn't get any worse. With his parents dead, his cousin, Dudley, somehow got trapped in a snake enclosure. After getting whisked away to magical Diagon Alley by a half-Giant, Harry has to embrace his true powers and recall his fateful past to conquer his worst nightmare. J.K....

More

Name: Eileen Armstrong
13 March 2018;

Genre: Adventure

The only thing which can be said with any certainty of a new Sally Gardner novel is that you're guaranteed an intriguing, challenging, genre-defying read. My Side of the Diamond is certainly no exception with its multiple character viewpoints, flashbacks, detailed illustrations and moleskin note...

More

Name: Sam Phillips
12 March 2018;

Genre: Adventure

What a fabulous DIY science activity book, packed full with exciting outdoor experiments that cannot fail to inspire inquisitive young scientists. Written by Professor Robert Winston, Outdoor Maker Lab includes a good number of practical experiments that will help young children understand the wo...

More

Name: Jacqueline Harris
12 March 2018;

Genre: Adventure

This book is a non-fiction book about Earth suitable for aged 7 upwards. It is also a non-fiction book masquerading as a lovely picture book and it is that feature which I think children will enjoy. The pictures are rich and involving and definitely get the 'oooh' from children. It is the sort of...

More

Name: Max Age 10
12 March 2018;

Genre: Humour

I love all the humour they fitted into the writing - it made me laugh out loud on every page, while carrying on with the plot and adding a good twist at the end.

More