A Bear Called Paddington
Michael Bond
Ages 5–8
A Bear Called Paddington
Michael Bond · Peggy Fortnum
The Brown family meet a polite bear from Peru at Paddington Station and invite him into their home.
Chapter Book1958
The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark
Jill Tomlinson
Ages 5–8
The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark
Jill Tomlinson
For readers interested in courage and family, compare The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark by Jill Tomlinson. It is a chapter book for children aged 5 to 8.
Chapter Book1968
The Hodgeheg
Dick King-Smith
Ages 5–8
The Hodgeheg
Dick King-Smith
The Hodgeheg, a chapter book by Dick King-Smith, is selected for children aged 5 to 8. Compare it with other books exploring courage, family and perseverance.
Chapter Book1987
Claude in the City
Alex T. Smith
Ages 5–8
Claude in the City
Alex T. Smith
Claude in the City, a chapter book by Alex T. Smith, is selected for children aged 5 to 8. Compare it with other books exploring humour and adventure.
Chapter Book2011
Isadora Moon Goes to School
Harriet Muncaster
Ages 5–8
Isadora Moon Goes to School
Harriet Muncaster
On the shelf for children aged 5 to 8: Isadora Moon Goes to School, a chapter book by Harriet Muncaster. It connects with self-reliance and imagination.
Chapter Book2016
The Enchanted Wood
Enid Blyton
Ages 6–9
The Enchanted Wood
Enid Blyton
On the shelf for children aged 6 to 9: The Enchanted Wood, a chapter book by Enid Blyton. It connects with imagination and adventure.
Chapter Book1939
The Magic Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton
Ages 6–9
The Magic Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton
The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton is a chapter book for children aged 6 to 9. A useful choice for reading about imagination, adventure and wonder.
Chapter Book1943
The Secret Seven
Enid Blyton
Ages 6–9
The Secret Seven
Enid Blyton
The Secret Seven, a chapter book by Enid Blyton, is selected for children aged 6 to 9. Compare it with other books exploring adventure and friendship.
Chapter Book1949
James and the Giant Peach
Roald Dahl
Ages 6–10
James and the Giant Peach
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
Choose James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl for children aged 6 to 10. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. This chapter book is shelved with books about adventure, friendship, courage and imagination.
Chapter Book1961
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Roald Dahl
Ages 6–10
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
Charlie Bucket finds one of five golden tickets and enters Willy Wonka’s extraordinary chocolate factory.
Chapter Book1964
The Magic Finger
Roald Dahl
Ages 6–9
The Magic Finger
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
First published in 1966, The Magic Finger is a chapter book by Roald Dahl for children aged 6 to 9. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. Its themes include justice, courage and nature.
Chapter Book1966
A Necklace of Raindrops
Joan Aiken
Ages 6–9
A Necklace of Raindrops
Joan Aiken · Jan Pienkowski
A Necklace of Raindrops, a chapter book by Joan Aiken, is selected for children aged 6 to 9. It is illustrated by Jan Pienkowski. Compare it with other books exploring imagination and wonder.
Chapter Book1968
The Wombles
Elisabeth Beresford
Ages 6–9
The Wombles
Elisabeth Beresford
For readers interested in nature, family and humour, compare The Wombles by Elisabeth Beresford. It is a chapter book for children aged 6 to 9.
Chapter Book1968
Fantastic Mr Fox
Roald Dahl
Ages 6–9
Fantastic Mr Fox
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
First published in 1970, Fantastic Mr Fox is a chapter book by Roald Dahl for children aged 6 to 9. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. Its themes include courage, humour, perseverance and family.
Chapter Book1970
The Twits
Roald Dahl
Ages 6–9
The Twits
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
Choose The Twits by Roald Dahl for children aged 6 to 9. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. This chapter book is shelved with books about humour and justice.
Chapter Book1980
George's Marvellous Medicine
Roald Dahl
Ages 6–9
George's Marvellous Medicine
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
On the shelf for children aged 6 to 9: George's Marvellous Medicine, a chapter book by Roald Dahl. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. It connects with humour, imagination and courage.
Chapter Book1981
The Sheep-Pig
Dick King-Smith
Ages 6–10
The Sheep-Pig
Dick King-Smith
For readers interested in kindness, perseverance and courage, compare The Sheep-Pig by Dick King-Smith. It is a chapter book for children aged 6 to 10.
Chapter Book1983
Mr Majeika
Humphrey Carpenter
Ages 6–9
Mr Majeika
Humphrey Carpenter
Choose Mr Majeika by Humphrey Carpenter for children aged 6 to 9. This chapter book is shelved with books about humour and wonder.
Chapter Book1984
Esio Trot
Roald Dahl
Ages 6–9
Esio Trot
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
On the shelf for children aged 6 to 9: Esio Trot, a chapter book by Roald Dahl. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. It connects with kindness and humour.
Chapter Book1990
Horrid Henry
Francesca Simon
Ages 6–9
Horrid Henry
Francesca Simon · Tony Ross
First published in 1994, Horrid Henry is a chapter book by Francesca Simon for children aged 6 to 9. It is illustrated by Tony Ross. Its themes include humour and family.
Chapter Book1994
The Diary of a Killer Cat
Anne Fine
Ages 6–9
The Diary of a Killer Cat
Anne Fine
The Diary of a Killer Cat by Anne Fine is a chapter book for children aged 6 to 9. A useful choice for reading about humour and family.
Chapter Book1994
Astrosaurs: Riddle of the Raptors
Steve Cole
Ages 6–9
Astrosaurs: Riddle of the Raptors
Steve Cole
First published in 2005, Astrosaurs: Riddle of the Raptors is a chapter book by Steve Cole for children aged 6 to 9. Its themes include adventure and humour.
Chapter Book2005
Five on a Treasure Island
Enid Blyton
Ages 7–11
Five on a Treasure Island
Enid Blyton
On the shelf for children aged 7 to 11: Five on a Treasure Island, a chapter book by Enid Blyton. It connects with adventure, friendship and courage.
Chapter Book1942
The Worst Witch
Jill Murphy
Ages 7–10
The Worst Witch
Jill Murphy
Mildred Hubble is a pupil at Miss Cackle’s Academy for Witches, where spells, broomstick lessons, and school rules rarely go according to plan.
Chapter Book1974
The BFG
Roald Dahl
Ages 7–10
The BFG
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
Sophie is taken from her orphanage by the Big Friendly Giant and learns that he collects dreams while other giants hunt children.
Chapter Book1982
The Witches
Roald Dahl
Ages 7–11
The Witches
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
Choose The Witches by Roald Dahl for children aged 7 to 11. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. This chapter book is shelved with books about courage, humour and perseverance.
Chapter Book1983
Matilda
Roald Dahl
Ages 7–11
Matilda
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
Matilda is a gifted reader whose dismissive parents fail to recognise her abilities.
Chapter Book1988
Pongwiffy
Kaye Umansky
Ages 7–10
Pongwiffy
Kaye Umansky
For readers interested in humour and imagination, compare Pongwiffy by Kaye Umansky. It is a chapter book for children aged 7 to 10.
Chapter Book1988
Bill's New Frock
Anne Fine
Ages 7–10
Bill's New Frock
Anne Fine
Bill's New Frock, a chapter book by Anne Fine, is selected for children aged 7 to 10. Compare it with other books exploring humour, justice and self-reliance.
Chapter Book1989
The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog
Jeremy Strong
Ages 7–10
The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog
Jeremy Strong
The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog by Jeremy Strong is a chapter book for children aged 7 to 10. A useful choice for reading about humour and family.
Chapter Book1996
You're a Bad Man, Mr Gum!
Andy Stanton
Ages 7–10
You're a Bad Man, Mr Gum!
Andy Stanton · David Tazzyman
You're a Bad Man, Mr Gum! by Andy Stanton is a chapter book for children aged 7 to 10. It is illustrated by David Tazzyman. A useful choice for reading about humour and justice.
Chapter Book2006
My Dad's a Birdman
David Almond
Ages 7–10
My Dad's a Birdman
David Almond · Polly Dunbar
First published in 2007, My Dad's a Birdman is a chapter book by David Almond for children aged 7 to 10. It is illustrated by Polly Dunbar. Its themes include family, wonder and imagination.
Chapter Book2007
Ottoline and the Yellow Cat
Chris Riddell
Ages 7–10
Ottoline and the Yellow Cat
Chris Riddell
Choose Ottoline and the Yellow Cat by Chris Riddell for children aged 7 to 10. This chapter book is shelved with books about adventure, imagination and friendship.
Chapter Book2007
Mr Stink
David Walliams
Ages 7–10
Mr Stink
David Walliams · Quentin Blake
First published in 2009, Mr Stink is a chapter book by David Walliams for children aged 7 to 10. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. Its themes include kindness, friendship, courage and justice.
Chapter Book2009
Billionaire Boy
David Walliams
Ages 7–10
Billionaire Boy
David Walliams · Tony Ross
On the shelf for children aged 7 to 10: Billionaire Boy, a chapter book by David Walliams. It is illustrated by Tony Ross. It connects with friendship, humour and kindness.
Chapter Book2010
Gangsta Granny
David Walliams
Ages 7–10
Gangsta Granny
David Walliams · Tony Ross
Ben expects another dull Friday with his cabbage-loving grandmother until he learns that she claims to be an international jewel thief.
Chapter Book2011
Stitch Head
Guy Bass
Ages 7–10
Stitch Head
Guy Bass
Stitch Head by Guy Bass is a chapter book for children aged 7 to 10. A useful choice for reading about friendship, courage and kindness.
Chapter Book2011
Fortunately, the Milk
Neil Gaiman
Ages 7–10
Fortunately, the Milk
Neil Gaiman · Chris Riddell
First published in 2013, Fortunately, the Milk is a chapter book by Neil Gaiman for children aged 7 to 10. It is illustrated by Chris Riddell. Its themes include humour, imagination and adventure.
Chapter Book2013
Bunny vs Monkey
Jamie Smart
Ages 7–11
Bunny vs Monkey
Jamie Smart
Choose Bunny vs Monkey by Jamie Smart for children aged 7 to 11. This chapter book is shelved with books about humour and adventure.
Chapter Book2014
Planet Omar: Accidental Trouble Magnet
Zanib Mian
Ages 7–10
Planet Omar: Accidental Trouble Magnet
Zanib Mian
Choose Planet Omar: Accidental Trouble Magnet by Zanib Mian for children aged 7 to 10. This chapter book is shelved with books about humour, family and friendship.
Chapter Book2019
First Term at Malory Towers
Enid Blyton
Ages 8–11
First Term at Malory Towers
Enid Blyton
For readers interested in friendship and perseverance, compare First Term at Malory Towers by Enid Blyton. It is a chapter book for children aged 8 to 11.
Chapter Book1946
Danny the Champion of the World
Roald Dahl
Ages 8–12
Danny the Champion of the World
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
For readers interested in family, courage, loyalty and humour, compare Danny the Champion of the World by Roald Dahl. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. It is a chapter book for children aged 8 to 12.
Chapter Book1975
Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors
Terry Deary
Ages 8–12
Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors
Terry Deary · Martin Brown
Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors, a chapter book by Terry Deary, is selected for children aged 8 to 12. It is illustrated by Martin Brown. Compare it with other books exploring humour and heritage.
Chapter Book1993
Awful End
Philip Ardagh
Ages 8–11
Awful End
Philip Ardagh · David Roberts
For readers interested in humour and adventure, compare Awful End by Philip Ardagh. It is illustrated by David Roberts. It is a chapter book for children aged 8 to 11.
Chapter Book2000
The Boy in the Dress
David Walliams
Ages 8–11
The Boy in the Dress
David Walliams · Quentin Blake
First published in 2008, The Boy in the Dress is a chapter book by David Walliams for children aged 8 to 11. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. Its themes include courage, kindness, justice and self-reliance.
Chapter Book2008
The Brilliant World of Tom Gates
Liz Pichon
Ages 8–11
The Brilliant World of Tom Gates
Liz Pichon
The Brilliant World of Tom Gates by Liz Pichon is a chapter book for children aged 8 to 11. A useful choice for reading about humour, family and creativity.
Chapter Book2011
Demon Dentist
David Walliams
Ages 8–11
Demon Dentist
David Walliams · Tony Ross
On the shelf for children aged 8 to 11: Demon Dentist, a chapter book by David Walliams. It is illustrated by Tony Ross. It connects with courage, humour and adventure.
Chapter Book2013
Awful Auntie
David Walliams
Ages 8–11
Awful Auntie
David Walliams · Tony Ross
For readers interested in courage, humour and justice, compare Awful Auntie by David Walliams. It is illustrated by Tony Ross. It is a chapter book for children aged 8 to 11.
Chapter Book2014
The Midnight Gang
David Walliams
Ages 8–11
The Midnight Gang
David Walliams · Tony Ross
First published in 2016, The Midnight Gang is a chapter book by David Walliams for children aged 8 to 11. It is illustrated by Tony Ross. Its themes include friendship, courage, imagination and kindness.
Chapter Book2016
Cookie and the Most Annoying Boy in the World
Konnie Huq
Ages 8–11
Cookie and the Most Annoying Boy in the World
Konnie Huq
On the shelf for children aged 8 to 11: Cookie and the Most Annoying Boy in the World, a chapter book by Konnie Huq. It connects with humour, creativity and friendship.
Chapter Book2019
Little Badman and the Invasion of the Killer Aunties
Humza Arshad
Ages 8–12
Little Badman and the Invasion of the Killer Aunties
Humza Arshad
First published in 2019, Little Badman and the Invasion of the Killer Aunties is a chapter book by Humza Arshad for children aged 8 to 12. Its themes include humour, courage and friendship.
Chapter Book2019
Anisha, Accidental Detective
Serena Patel
Ages 8–11
Anisha, Accidental Detective
Serena Patel
Anisha, Accidental Detective by Serena Patel is a chapter book for children aged 8 to 11. A useful choice for reading about humour, family and friendship.
Chapter Book2020