The Gruffalo
Julia Donaldson
Ages 3–6
The Gruffalo
Julia Donaldson · Axel Scheffler
A quick-thinking mouse crosses a wood and invents a fearsome Gruffalo to discourage a fox, an owl, and a snake from eating him.
Picture Book1999
The Gruffalo's Child
Julia Donaldson
Ages 3–6
The Gruffalo's Child
Julia Donaldson · Axel Scheffler
On the shelf for children aged 3 to 6: The Gruffalo's Child, a picture book by Julia Donaldson. It is illustrated by Axel Scheffler. It connects with courage and adventure.
Picture Book2004
Room on the Broom
Julia Donaldson
Ages 3–6
Room on the Broom
Julia Donaldson · Axel Scheffler
A witch repeatedly makes room on her broom for animals who recover her lost belongings.
Picture Book2001
Tabby McTat
Julia Donaldson
Ages 3–6
Tabby McTat
Julia Donaldson · Axel Scheffler
First published in 2009, Tabby McTat is a picture book by Julia Donaldson for children aged 3 to 6. It is illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Its themes include loyalty, friendship and courage.
Picture Book2009
The Highway Rat
Julia Donaldson
Ages 3–6
The Highway Rat
Julia Donaldson · Axel Scheffler
First published in 2011, The Highway Rat is a picture book by Julia Donaldson for children aged 3 to 6. It is illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Its themes include courage, humour and justice.
Picture Book2011
What the Ladybird Heard
Julia Donaldson
Ages 3–6
What the Ladybird Heard
Julia Donaldson · Lydia Monks
For readers interested in courage, humour and justice, compare What the Ladybird Heard by Julia Donaldson. It is illustrated by Lydia Monks. It is a picture book for children aged 3 to 6.
Picture Book2009
When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit
Judith Kerr
Ages 10–14
When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit
Judith Kerr
When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit by Judith Kerr is a novel for children aged 10 to 14. A useful choice for reading about courage, family, heritage and resilience.
Novel1971
We're Going on a Bear Hunt
Michael Rosen
Ages 2–5
We're Going on a Bear Hunt
Michael Rosen · Helen Oxenbury
A family travels through grass, water, mud, woodland, snow, and a cave in search of a bear.
Picture Book1989
Alfie Gets in First
Shirley Hughes
Ages 3–5
Alfie Gets in First
Shirley Hughes
Alfie Gets in First by Shirley Hughes is a picture book for children aged 3 to 5. A useful choice for reading about family, humour and courage.
Picture Book1981
Willy the Wimp
Anthony Browne
Ages 4–8
Willy the Wimp
Anthony Browne
Choose Willy the Wimp by Anthony Browne for children aged 4 to 8. This picture book is shelved with books about courage, self-reliance and perseverance.
Picture Book1984
Elmer
David McKee
Ages 3–6
Elmer
David McKee
Elmer is a brightly patchworked elephant in a herd of ordinary grey elephants.
Picture Book1989
Owl Babies
Martin Waddell
Ages 2–4
Owl Babies
Martin Waddell · Patrick Benson
Three young owls wake to find that their mother has left the nest.
Picture Book1992
Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?
Martin Waddell
Ages 2–5
Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?
Martin Waddell · Barbara Firth
Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?, a picture book by Martin Waddell, is selected for children aged 2 to 5. It is illustrated by Barbara Firth. Compare it with other books exploring family, kindness and courage.
Picture Book1988
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
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
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
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
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
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 Enormous Crocodile
Roald Dahl
Ages 4–7
The Enormous Crocodile
Roald Dahl · Quentin Blake
On the shelf for children aged 4 to 7: The Enormous Crocodile, a picture book by Roald Dahl. It is illustrated by Quentin Blake. It connects with courage, justice and humour.
Picture Book1978
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
Kensuke's Kingdom
Michael Morpurgo
Ages 9–12
Kensuke's Kingdom
Michael Morpurgo
Kensuke's Kingdom by Michael Morpurgo is a novel for children aged 9 to 12. A useful choice for reading about friendship, courage, nature and loyalty.
Novel1999
War Horse
Michael Morpurgo
Ages 10–16
War Horse
Michael Morpurgo
War Horse by Michael Morpurgo is a novel for readers aged 10+. A useful choice for reading about courage, loyalty, perseverance and heritage.
Novel1982
Private Peaceful
Michael Morpurgo
Ages 12–16
Private Peaceful
Michael Morpurgo
First published in 2003, Private Peaceful is a novel by Michael Morpurgo for readers aged 12+. Its themes include courage, loyalty, family and heritage.
Novel2003
The Butterfly Lion
Michael Morpurgo
Ages 8–12
The Butterfly Lion
Michael Morpurgo
First published in 1996, The Butterfly Lion is a novel by Michael Morpurgo for children aged 8 to 12. Its themes include friendship, loyalty, wonder and courage.
Novel1996
Why the Whales Came
Michael Morpurgo
Ages 9–12
Why the Whales Came
Michael Morpurgo
Choose Why the Whales Came by Michael Morpurgo for children aged 9 to 12. This novel is shelved with books about friendship, nature, courage and heritage.
Novel1985
An Eagle in the Snow
Michael Morpurgo
Ages 9–13
An Eagle in the Snow
Michael Morpurgo
On the shelf for children aged 9 to 13: An Eagle in the Snow, a novel by Michael Morpurgo. It connects with courage, loyalty, heritage and wonder.
Novel2015
Northern Lights
Philip Pullman
Ages 11–16
Northern Lights
Philip Pullman
Northern Lights, a novel by Philip Pullman, is selected for readers aged 11+. Compare it with other books exploring courage, adventure, wonder and loyalty.
Novel1995
The Subtle Knife
Philip Pullman
Ages 11–16
The Subtle Knife
Philip Pullman
The Subtle Knife, a novel by Philip Pullman, is selected for readers aged 11+. Compare it with other books exploring courage, adventure, wonder and justice.
Novel1997
The Amber Spyglass
Philip Pullman
Ages 11–16
The Amber Spyglass
Philip Pullman
For readers interested in courage, adventure, loyalty and justice, compare The Amber Spyglass by Philip Pullman. It is a novel for readers aged 11+.
Novel2000
La Belle Sauvage
Philip Pullman
Ages 12–16
La Belle Sauvage
Philip Pullman
On the shelf for readers aged 12+: La Belle Sauvage, a novel by Philip Pullman. It connects with courage, adventure, wonder and loyalty.
Novel2017
Coraline
Neil Gaiman
Ages 9–12
Coraline
Neil Gaiman
Coraline, a novel by Neil Gaiman, is selected for children aged 9 to 12. Compare it with other books exploring courage, adventure and perseverance.
Novel2002
The Graveyard Book
Neil Gaiman
Ages 10–14
The Graveyard Book
Neil Gaiman
The Graveyard Book, a novel by Neil Gaiman, is selected for children aged 10 to 14. Compare it with other books exploring courage, wonder, self-reliance and adventure.
Novel2008
A Monster Calls
Patrick Ness
Ages 12–16
A Monster Calls
Patrick Ness · Jim Kay
A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness is a novel for readers aged 12+. It is illustrated by Jim Kay. A useful choice for reading about courage, family, perseverance and honesty.
Novel2011
The Knife of Never Letting Go
Patrick Ness
Ages 13–16
The Knife of Never Letting Go
Patrick Ness
The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness is a novel for readers aged 13+. A useful choice for reading about courage, adventure, perseverance and loyalty.
Novel2008
Skellig
David Almond
Ages 10–13
Skellig
David Almond
On the shelf for children aged 10 to 13: Skellig, a novel by David Almond. It connects with wonder, courage, family and imagination.
Novel1998
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
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
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
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
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
A Little Princess
Frances Hodgson Burnett
Ages 8–12
A Little Princess
Frances Hodgson Burnett
A Little Princess, a classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett, is selected for children aged 8 to 12. Compare it with other books exploring courage, imagination, kindness and perseverance.
Classic1905
The Borrowers
Mary Norton
Ages 8–11
The Borrowers
Mary Norton
The Borrowers by Mary Norton is a classic for children aged 8 to 11. A useful choice for reading about adventure, courage, family and wonder.
Classic1952
The Railway Children
E. Nesbit
Ages 8–12
The Railway Children
E. Nesbit
For readers interested in family, courage, kindness and heritage, compare The Railway Children by E. Nesbit. It is a classic for children aged 8 to 12.
Classic1906
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Lewis Carroll
Ages 7–12
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Lewis Carroll
For readers interested in imagination, wonder, adventure and courage, compare Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. It is a classic for children aged 7 to 12.
Classic1865
Treasure Island
Robert Louis Stevenson
Ages 10–16
Treasure Island
Robert Louis Stevenson
Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson is a classic for readers aged 10+. A useful choice for reading about adventure, courage, loyalty and heritage.
Classic1883
Black Beauty
Anna Sewell
Ages 9–13
Black Beauty
Anna Sewell
For readers interested in courage, kindness, justice and loyalty, compare Black Beauty by Anna Sewell. It is a classic for children aged 9 to 13.
Classic1877
Peter Pan
J. M. Barrie
Ages 7–11
Peter Pan
J. M. Barrie
For readers interested in adventure, imagination, wonder and courage, compare Peter Pan by J. M. Barrie. It is a classic for children aged 7 to 11.
Classic1911
The Jungle Book
Rudyard Kipling
Ages 8–12
The Jungle Book
Rudyard Kipling
The Jungle Book, a classic by Rudyard Kipling, is selected for children aged 8 to 12. Compare it with other books exploring adventure, courage, nature and loyalty.
Classic1894
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
C. S. Lewis
Ages 8–12
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
C. S. Lewis
Four siblings evacuated to the countryside enter Narnia through a wardrobe and find it held in winter by the White Witch.
Classic1950
Prince Caspian
C. S. Lewis
Ages 8–12
Prince Caspian
C. S. Lewis
On the shelf for children aged 8 to 12: Prince Caspian, a classic by C. S. Lewis. It connects with courage, loyalty and adventure.
Classic1951
The Hobbit
J. R. R. Tolkien
Ages 9–14
The Hobbit
J. R. R. Tolkien
Bilbo Baggins leaves his comfortable home with Thorin and a company of dwarves to reclaim their mountain and treasure from Smaug.
Classic1937
Charlotte Sometimes
Penelope Farmer
Ages 9–12
Charlotte Sometimes
Penelope Farmer
Charlotte Sometimes by Penelope Farmer is a novel for children aged 9 to 12. A useful choice for reading about wonder, courage and imagination.
Novel1969
The Iron Man
Ted Hughes
Ages 7–11
The Iron Man
Ted Hughes
First published in 1968, The Iron Man is a classic by Ted Hughes for children aged 7 to 11. Its themes include courage, wonder and kindness.
Classic1968
Watership Down
Richard Adams
Ages 10–16
Watership Down
Richard Adams
On the shelf for readers aged 10+: Watership Down, a classic by Richard Adams. It connects with courage, loyalty, adventure and nature.
Classic1972
Carrie's War
Nina Bawden
Ages 9–13
Carrie's War
Nina Bawden
For readers interested in courage, family and heritage, compare Carrie's War by Nina Bawden. It is a novel for children aged 9 to 13.
Novel1973
The Machine Gunners
Robert Westall
Ages 10–14
The Machine Gunners
Robert Westall
On the shelf for children aged 10 to 14: The Machine Gunners, a novel by Robert Westall. It connects with courage, friendship and heritage.
Novel1975
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
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
Stormbreaker
Anthony Horowitz
Ages 10–14
Stormbreaker
Anthony Horowitz
First published in 2000, Stormbreaker is a novel by Anthony Horowitz for children aged 10 to 14. Its themes include courage, adventure and perseverance.
Novel2000
Point Blanc
Anthony Horowitz
Ages 10–14
Point Blanc
Anthony Horowitz
For readers interested in courage, adventure and perseverance, compare Point Blanc by Anthony Horowitz. It is a novel for children aged 10 to 14.
Novel2001
Varjak Paw
S. F. Said
Ages 8–12
Varjak Paw
S. F. Said · Dave McKean
Choose Varjak Paw by S. F. Said for children aged 8 to 12. It is illustrated by Dave McKean. This novel is shelved with books about courage, adventure, friendship and perseverance.
Novel2003
Letters from the Lighthouse
Emma Carroll
Ages 9–12
Letters from the Lighthouse
Emma Carroll
For readers interested in courage, family, perseverance and heritage, compare Letters from the Lighthouse by Emma Carroll. It is a novel for children aged 9 to 12.
Novel2017
The Explorer
Katherine Rundell
Ages 9–12
The Explorer
Katherine Rundell
For readers interested in adventure, courage, friendship and perseverance, compare The Explorer by Katherine Rundell. It is a novel for children aged 9 to 12.
Novel2017
Rooftoppers
Katherine Rundell
Ages 9–12
Rooftoppers
Katherine Rundell
First published in 2013, Rooftoppers is a novel by Katherine Rundell for children aged 9 to 12. Its themes include adventure, wonder, courage and loyalty.
Novel2013
The Good Thieves
Katherine Rundell
Ages 9–12
The Good Thieves
Katherine Rundell
Choose The Good Thieves by Katherine Rundell for children aged 9 to 12. This novel is shelved with books about courage, adventure, friendship and justice.
Novel2019
The Wolves of Willoughby Chase
Joan Aiken
Ages 9–12
The Wolves of Willoughby Chase
Joan Aiken
First published in 1962, The Wolves of Willoughby Chase is a novel by Joan Aiken for children aged 9 to 12. Its themes include courage, adventure, loyalty and heritage.
Novel1962
Noughts and Crosses
Malorie Blackman
Ages 13–16
Noughts and Crosses
Malorie Blackman
Noughts and Crosses by Malorie Blackman is a novel for readers aged 13+. A useful choice for reading about justice, courage, loyalty and heritage.
Novel2001
Pig Heart Boy
Malorie Blackman
Ages 10–14
Pig Heart Boy
Malorie Blackman
On the shelf for children aged 10 to 14: Pig Heart Boy, a novel by Malorie Blackman. It connects with courage, family, justice and perseverance.
Novel1997
Goodnight Mister Tom
Michelle Magorian
Ages 10–14
Goodnight Mister Tom
Michelle Magorian
On the shelf for children aged 10 to 14: Goodnight Mister Tom, a novel by Michelle Magorian. It connects with kindness, courage, family and resilience.
Novel1981
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
John Boyne
Ages 12–16
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
John Boyne
Choose The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne for readers aged 12+. This novel is shelved with books about friendship, courage, heritage and justice.
Novel2006
The Thieves of Ostia
Caroline Lawrence
Ages 9–13
The Thieves of Ostia
Caroline Lawrence
On the shelf for children aged 9 to 13: The Thieves of Ostia, a novel by Caroline Lawrence. It connects with adventure, courage, friendship and heritage.
Novel2001
How to Train Your Dragon
Cressida Cowell
Ages 8–12
How to Train Your Dragon
Cressida Cowell
Hiccup must capture and train a dragon as part of becoming a Viking hero, despite being smaller and less confident than his peers.
Novel2003
The Wizards of Once
Cressida Cowell
Ages 8–12
The Wizards of Once
Cressida Cowell
Choose The Wizards of Once by Cressida Cowell for children aged 8 to 12. This novel is shelved with books about adventure, courage and friendship.
Novel2017
Hetty Feather
Jacqueline Wilson
Ages 9–12
Hetty Feather
Jacqueline Wilson · Nick Sharratt
Hetty Feather, a novel by Jacqueline Wilson, is selected for children aged 9 to 12. It is illustrated by Nick Sharratt. Compare it with other books exploring courage, family, heritage and resilience.
Novel2009
Refugee Boy
Benjamin Zephaniah
Ages 12–16
Refugee Boy
Benjamin Zephaniah
For readers interested in courage, justice, resilience and heritage, compare Refugee Boy by Benjamin Zephaniah. It is a novel for readers aged 12+.
Novel2001
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
Supertato
Sue Hendra
Ages 3–6
Supertato
Sue Hendra · Paul Linnet
First published in 2014, Supertato is a picture book by Sue Hendra for children aged 3 to 6. It is illustrated by Paul Linnet. Its themes include humour and courage.
Picture Book2014
The Lion Inside
Rachel Bright
Ages 3–6
The Lion Inside
Rachel Bright · Jim Field
The Lion Inside, a picture book by Rachel Bright, is selected for children aged 3 to 6. It is illustrated by Jim Field. Compare it with other books exploring courage and self-reliance.
Picture Book2015
The Koala Who Could
Rachel Bright
Ages 3–6
The Koala Who Could
Rachel Bright · Jim Field
The Koala Who Could by Rachel Bright is a picture book for children aged 3 to 6. It is illustrated by Jim Field. A useful choice for reading about courage and resilience.
Picture Book2016
Odd Dog Out
Rob Biddulph
Ages 3–6
Odd Dog Out
Rob Biddulph
On the shelf for children aged 3 to 6: Odd Dog Out, a picture book by Rob Biddulph. It connects with self-reliance and courage.
Picture Book2016
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
Kid Normal
Greg James
Ages 8–12
Kid Normal
Greg James
First published in 2017, Kid Normal is a novel by Greg James for children aged 8 to 12. Its themes include humour, courage and friendship.
Novel2017
The Star Outside My Window
Onjali Q. Rauf
Ages 9–12
The Star Outside My Window
Onjali Q. Rauf
On the shelf for children aged 9 to 12: The Star Outside My Window, a novel by Onjali Q. Rauf. It connects with courage, family and resilience.
Novel2019
Podkin One-Ear
Kieran Larwood
Ages 8–12
Podkin One-Ear
Kieran Larwood
Podkin One-Ear, a novel by Kieran Larwood, is selected for children aged 8 to 12. Compare it with other books exploring courage, adventure and heritage.
Novel2016
The Last Wild
Piers Torday
Ages 9–12
The Last Wild
Piers Torday
For readers interested in nature, courage and adventure, compare The Last Wild by Piers Torday. It is a novel for children aged 9 to 12.
Novel2013
Sky Song
Abi Elphinstone
Ages 9–12
Sky Song
Abi Elphinstone
For readers interested in adventure, courage and wonder, compare Sky Song by Abi Elphinstone. It is a novel for children aged 9 to 12.
Novel2018
The Dreamsnatcher
Abi Elphinstone
Ages 9–12
The Dreamsnatcher
Abi Elphinstone
The Dreamsnatcher by Abi Elphinstone is a novel for children aged 9 to 12. A useful choice for reading about adventure and courage.
Novel2015
The 1,000-Year-Old Boy
Ross Welford
Ages 9–12
The 1,000-Year-Old Boy
Ross Welford
The 1,000-Year-Old Boy, a novel by Ross Welford, is selected for children aged 9 to 12. Compare it with other books exploring friendship, wonder and courage.
Novel2018
Asha and the Spirit Bird
Jasbinder Bilan
Ages 9–12
Asha and the Spirit Bird
Jasbinder Bilan
Asha and the Spirit Bird by Jasbinder Bilan is a novel for children aged 9 to 12. A useful choice for reading about courage, family and heritage.
Novel2019
Who Let the Gods Out?
Maz Evans
Ages 9–12
Who Let the Gods Out?
Maz Evans
For readers interested in humour, adventure and courage, compare Who Let the Gods Out? by Maz Evans. It is a novel for children aged 9 to 12.
Novel2017
Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
A. F. Steadman
Ages 9–13
Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
A. F. Steadman
On the shelf for children aged 9 to 13: Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, a novel by A. F. Steadman. It connects with adventure, courage and friendship.
Novel2022
The Demon Headmaster
Gillian Cross
Ages 8–12
The Demon Headmaster
Gillian Cross
First published in 1982, The Demon Headmaster is a novel by Gillian Cross for children aged 8 to 12. Its themes include courage, justice and friendship.
Novel1982
Charmed Life
Diana Wynne Jones
Ages 9–13
Charmed Life
Diana Wynne Jones
Charmed Life by Diana Wynne Jones is a novel for children aged 9 to 13. A useful choice for reading about wonder, imagination and courage.
Novel1977
Howl's Moving Castle
Diana Wynne Jones
Ages 10–14
Howl's Moving Castle
Diana Wynne Jones
Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones is a novel for children aged 10 to 14. A useful choice for reading about wonder, courage and imagination.
Novel1986
Journey to the River Sea
Eva Ibbotson
Ages 9–13
Journey to the River Sea
Eva Ibbotson
Journey to the River Sea by Eva Ibbotson is a novel for children aged 9 to 13. A useful choice for reading about adventure, courage and nature.
Novel2001
Truckers
Terry Pratchett
Ages 9–13
Truckers
Terry Pratchett
On the shelf for children aged 9 to 13: Truckers, a novel by Terry Pratchett. It connects with adventure, humour and courage.
Novel1989
The Wee Free Men
Terry Pratchett
Ages 10–14
The Wee Free Men
Terry Pratchett
Choose The Wee Free Men by Terry Pratchett for children aged 10 to 14. This novel is shelved with books about courage, humour and self-reliance.
Novel2003
Mortal Engines
Philip Reeve
Ages 11–16
Mortal Engines
Philip Reeve
Choose Mortal Engines by Philip Reeve for readers aged 11+. This novel is shelved with books about adventure, courage and justice.
Novel2001
Over Sea, Under Stone
Susan Cooper
Ages 9–13
Over Sea, Under Stone
Susan Cooper
Over Sea, Under Stone, a novel by Susan Cooper, is selected for children aged 9 to 13. Compare it with other books exploring adventure, heritage and courage.
Novel1965
The Dark is Rising
Susan Cooper
Ages 10–14
The Dark is Rising
Susan Cooper
The Dark is Rising by Susan Cooper is a novel for children aged 10 to 14. A useful choice for reading about courage, wonder and heritage.
Novel1973
The Silver Sword
Ian Serraillier
Ages 10–14
The Silver Sword
Ian Serraillier
Choose The Silver Sword by Ian Serraillier for children aged 10 to 14. This novel is shelved with books about courage, family and resilience.
Novel1956
The Eagle of the Ninth
Rosemary Sutcliff
Ages 11–15
The Eagle of the Ninth
Rosemary Sutcliff
On the shelf for children aged 11 to 15: The Eagle of the Ninth, a novel by Rosemary Sutcliff. It connects with courage, loyalty and heritage.
Novel1954
Stone Cold
Robert Swindells
Ages 12–16
Stone Cold
Robert Swindells
Stone Cold, a novel by Robert Swindells, is selected for readers aged 12+. Compare it with other books exploring justice, resilience and courage.
Novel1993
Krindlekrax
Philip Ridley
Ages 8–11
Krindlekrax
Philip Ridley
On the shelf for children aged 8 to 11: Krindlekrax, a novel by Philip Ridley. It connects with courage, humour and friendship.
Novel1991
The Wreck of the Zanzibar
Michael Morpurgo
Ages 8–12
The Wreck of the Zanzibar
Michael Morpurgo
The Wreck of the Zanzibar, a novel by Michael Morpurgo, is selected for children aged 8 to 12. Compare it with other books exploring courage, family and nature.
Novel1995
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy
Ages 4–16
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy is a picture book for readers aged 4+. A useful choice for reading about kindness, friendship and courage.
Picture Book2019
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
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
Wolf Brother
Michelle Paver
Ages 9–13
Wolf Brother
Michelle Paver
For readers interested in adventure, courage, nature and loyalty, compare Wolf Brother by Michelle Paver. It is a novel for children aged 9 to 13.
Novel2004
The Girl of Ink and Stars
Kiran Millwood Hargrave
Ages 9–12
The Girl of Ink and Stars
Kiran Millwood Hargrave
The Girl of Ink and Stars, a novel by Kiran Millwood Hargrave, is selected for children aged 9 to 12. Compare it with other books exploring adventure, courage and wonder.
Novel2016
The House with Chicken Legs
Sophie Anderson
Ages 9–12
The House with Chicken Legs
Sophie Anderson
Choose The House with Chicken Legs by Sophie Anderson for children aged 9 to 12. This novel is shelved with books about family, wonder and courage.
Novel2018
Cogheart
Peter Bunzl
Ages 9–12
Cogheart
Peter Bunzl
Cogheart, a novel by Peter Bunzl, is selected for children aged 9 to 12. Compare it with other books exploring adventure, loyalty and courage.
Novel2016
The Goldfish Boy
Lisa Thompson
Ages 9–12
The Goldfish Boy
Lisa Thompson
The Goldfish Boy, a novel by Lisa Thompson, is selected for children aged 9 to 12. Compare it with other books exploring courage, friendship and resilience.
Novel2017
A Kind of Spark
Elle McNicoll
Ages 9–12
A Kind of Spark
Elle McNicoll
A Kind of Spark, a novel by Elle McNicoll, is selected for children aged 9 to 12. Compare it with other books exploring justice, courage and self-reliance.
Novel2020
When the Sky Falls
Phil Earle
Ages 10–14
When the Sky Falls
Phil Earle
When the Sky Falls, a novel by Phil Earle, is selected for children aged 10 to 14. Compare it with other books exploring courage, kindness and heritage.
Novel2021
The Last Bear
Hannah Gold
Ages 8–12
The Last Bear
Hannah Gold
Choose The Last Bear by Hannah Gold for children aged 8 to 12. This novel is shelved with books about nature, courage and kindness.
Novel2021
Impossible Creatures
Katherine Rundell
Ages 9–13
Impossible Creatures
Katherine Rundell
First published in 2023, Impossible Creatures is a novel by Katherine Rundell for children aged 9 to 13. Its themes include adventure, wonder and courage.
Novel2023
The Imaginary
A. F. Harrold
Ages 8–12
The Imaginary
A. F. Harrold · Emily Gravett
Choose The Imaginary by A. F. Harrold for children aged 8 to 12. It is illustrated by Emily Gravett. This novel is shelved with books about imagination, friendship and courage.
Novel2014
Beyond the Deepwoods
Paul Stewart
Ages 9–13
Beyond the Deepwoods
Paul Stewart · Chris Riddell
Beyond the Deepwoods, a novel by Paul Stewart, is selected for children aged 9 to 13. It is illustrated by Chris Riddell. Compare it with other books exploring adventure, courage and wonder.
Novel1998
The Skylarks' War
Hilary McKay
Ages 10–14
The Skylarks' War
Hilary McKay
The Skylarks' War, a novel by Hilary McKay, is selected for children aged 10 to 14. Compare it with other books exploring family, heritage and courage.
Novel2018
Coram Boy
Jamila Gavin
Ages 11–15
Coram Boy
Jamila Gavin
For readers interested in justice, courage and heritage, compare Coram Boy by Jamila Gavin. It is a novel for children aged 11 to 15.
Novel2000
Journey to Jo'burg
Beverley Naidoo
Ages 9–13
Journey to Jo'burg
Beverley Naidoo
For readers interested in courage, family and justice, compare Journey to Jo'burg by Beverley Naidoo. It is a novel for children aged 9 to 13.
Novel1985
Biggles Learns to Fly
W. E. Johns
Ages 10–14
Biggles Learns to Fly
W. E. Johns
Biggles Learns to Fly, a classic by W. E. Johns, is selected for children aged 10 to 14. Compare it with other books exploring adventure and courage.
Classic1935
Girl, Missing
Sophie McKenzie
Ages 12–16
Girl, Missing
Sophie McKenzie
Girl, Missing, a novel by Sophie McKenzie, is selected for readers aged 12+. Compare it with other books exploring courage, family and perseverance.
Novel2006
Crongton Knights
Alex Wheatle
Ages 13–16
Crongton Knights
Alex Wheatle
Crongton Knights, a novel by Alex Wheatle, is selected for readers aged 13+. Compare it with other books exploring friendship, courage and loyalty.
Novel2016
How I Live Now
Meg Rosoff
Ages 13–16
How I Live Now
Meg Rosoff
For readers interested in courage, resilience and family, compare How I Live Now by Meg Rosoff. It is a novel for readers aged 13+.
Novel2004
The Garbage King
Elizabeth Laird
Ages 11–15
The Garbage King
Elizabeth Laird
For readers interested in courage, friendship and justice, compare The Garbage King by Elizabeth Laird. It is a novel for children aged 11 to 15.
Novel2003