The Magic of Callaloo by Trish Cooke and Sophie Bass
A magic plant grants a wish to a couple for a daughter but a bad man takes her and forces her to work. A wise woman makes a map in the girl’s beautiful hair and she follow it to find her family. They’re reunited and full of happiness. (Note: a longer book perfect for KS2 inspired by Rapunzel).
New to list Sept ’25
Robin Hood by Bethan Woollvin
The man who rules the land is greedy, mean and steals from the people. A girl decides to steal back from him and give back to the people. She is fierce and brave. Her name is Robin Hood.
New to list Sept ’25
The Beautiful Layers of Me by Sophia Payne and Ruchi Mhasane
Ameena has her first salwar kameez for a wedding. But when a friend says they look like pyjamas, she’s upset. She wants to feel special. Babu explains that beauty comes in all kinds of clothing. And Ameena feels pride and joy for her whole family.
New to list Sept ’25
Olu’s Teacher by Jamel C. Campbell and Lydia Mba
It’s Olu’s first day at nursery and he’s nervous. What is a teacher? What do they look like? The classroom feels big and he feels small. By the end of the day, Olu is smiling. His teacher reminds him of someone… who could it be?
New to list Sept ’25
See for Yourself by Jordan Stephens and Beth Suzanna
Harry is curious to find out what’s at the bottom of the world. His dad trusts him to go on an adventure and Harry travels down, down, down to the dark sea bed. What will he find there? How will he feel?
New to list Sept ’25
Grey by Laura Dockrill and Lauren Child
The child in this story feels grey today. It’s okay to feel grey. We can’t be bright every day. Sometimes we don’t feel sunshine yellow or treetop green. A grey day is a sad or lonely day. But the colours are still inside us. People still love us.
Mauntie and me by Rajani Larocca and Nadia Alam
Priya’s favourite aunt, Mauntie, plays games with her and cooks treats. When cousin Aditi comes to stay, Priya feels confused. She isn’t used to sharing Mauntie. Will she learn to play with Aditi and her aunt?
Leave the Trees Please by Benjamin Zephaniah and Melissa Castrillon
Trees are a home for animals; they help birds and bees. Trees make oxygen. So, leave the trees please because they work with the breeze to put all living things at ease.
John’s Turn by Mac Barnett and Kate Berube
In assembly, it’s John’s turn to share something he’s good at. He feels nervous. His heart is beating fast. He dances and dances in his leotard and black slippers. And suddenly, his friends are clapping. How is he feeling now?
All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold and Suzanne Kaufman
As they play music, make art and share stories, all children are welcome in this busy, joyful school. ‘No matter how you start your day, what you wear when you play, or if you come from far away, ALL ARE WELCOME HERE!’