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
Monkey Puzzle
Julia Donaldson
Ages 3–6
Monkey Puzzle
Julia Donaldson · Axel Scheffler
On the shelf for children aged 3 to 6: Monkey Puzzle, a picture book by Julia Donaldson. It is illustrated by Axel Scheffler. It connects with kindness, friendship and family.
Picture Book2000
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 Smartest Giant in Town
Julia Donaldson
Ages 3–6
The Smartest Giant in Town
Julia Donaldson · Axel Scheffler
The Smartest Giant in Town by Julia Donaldson is a picture book for children aged 3 to 6. It is illustrated by Axel Scheffler. A useful choice for reading about kindness and friendship.
Picture Book2002
Sharing a Shell
Julia Donaldson
Ages 3–6
Sharing a Shell
Julia Donaldson · Lydia Monks
First published in 2004, Sharing a Shell is a picture book by Julia Donaldson for children aged 3 to 6. It is illustrated by Lydia Monks. Its themes include friendship, kindness and nature.
Picture Book2004
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 Snowman
Raymond Briggs
Ages 3–7
The Snowman
Raymond Briggs
On the shelf for children aged 3 to 7: The Snowman, a picture book by Raymond Briggs. It connects with wonder, friendship and imagination.
Picture Book1978
Mr Gumpy's Outing
John Burningham
Ages 2–5
Mr Gumpy's Outing
John Burningham
Choose Mr Gumpy's Outing by John Burningham for children aged 2 to 5. This picture book is shelved with books about kindness, friendship and humour.
Picture Book1970
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
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
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
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
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
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
Winnie-the-Pooh
A. A. Milne
Ages 3–8
Winnie-the-Pooh
A. A. Milne · E. H. Shepard
Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends move through linked adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood, from honey-seeking plans to expeditions and rescues.
Classic1926
The House at Pooh Corner
A. A. Milne
Ages 3–8
The House at Pooh Corner
A. A. Milne · E. H. Shepard
The House at Pooh Corner, a classic by A. A. Milne, is selected for children aged 3 to 8. It is illustrated by E. H. Shepard. Compare it with other books exploring friendship, kindness, imagination and humour.
Classic1928
The Secret Garden
Frances Hodgson Burnett
Ages 8–12
The Secret Garden
Frances Hodgson Burnett
First published in 1911, The Secret Garden is a classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett for children aged 8 to 12. Its themes include friendship, nature, perseverance and wonder.
Classic1911
The Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Grahame
Ages 7–11
The Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Grahame
The Wind in the Willows, a classic by Kenneth Grahame, is selected for children aged 7 to 11. Compare it with other books exploring friendship, adventure, nature and loyalty.
Classic1908
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
Tom's Midnight Garden
Philippa Pearce
Ages 8–12
Tom's Midnight Garden
Philippa Pearce
On the shelf for children aged 8 to 12: Tom's Midnight Garden, a classic by Philippa Pearce. It connects with wonder, friendship, imagination and heritage.
Classic1958
Stig of the Dump
Clive King
Ages 8–11
Stig of the Dump
Clive King
Choose Stig of the Dump by Clive King for children aged 8 to 11. This classic is shelved with books about friendship, adventure and imagination.
Classic1963
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
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
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
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 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 Boy Who Grew Dragons
Andy Shepherd
Ages 7–10
The Boy Who Grew Dragons
Andy Shepherd
The Boy Who Grew Dragons by Andy Shepherd is a novel for children aged 7 to 10. A useful choice for reading about adventure, humour, friendship and wonder.
Novel2018
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
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
Farmer Duck
Martin Waddell
Ages 3–6
Farmer Duck
Martin Waddell · Helen Oxenbury
On the shelf for children aged 3 to 6: Farmer Duck, a picture book by Martin Waddell. It is illustrated by Helen Oxenbury. It connects with justice, friendship and kindness.
Picture Book1991
Kipper
Mick Inkpen
Ages 2–5
Kipper
Mick Inkpen
Kipper, a picture book by Mick Inkpen, is selected for children aged 2 to 5. Compare it with other books exploring friendship and wonder.
Picture Book1991
Lost and Found
Oliver Jeffers
Ages 3–6
Lost and Found
Oliver Jeffers
Choose Lost and Found by Oliver Jeffers for children aged 3 to 6. This picture book is shelved with books about friendship and kindness.
Picture Book2005
Blown Away
Rob Biddulph
Ages 3–6
Blown Away
Rob Biddulph
Choose Blown Away by Rob Biddulph for children aged 3 to 6. This picture book is shelved with books about adventure and friendship.
Picture Book2014
The Pirates Next Door
Jonny Duddle
Ages 4–7
The Pirates Next Door
Jonny Duddle
The Pirates Next Door, a picture book by Jonny Duddle, is selected for children aged 4 to 7. Compare it with other books exploring friendship, adventure and humour.
Picture Book2012
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
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
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
Thomas the Tank Engine
Rev. W. Awdry
Ages 2–6
Thomas the Tank Engine
Rev. W. Awdry
Thomas the Tank Engine, a picture book by Rev. W. Awdry, is selected for children aged 2 to 6. Compare it with other books exploring friendship and perseverance.
Picture Book1946
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 Boy at the Back of the Class
Onjali Q. Rauf
Ages 8–11
The Boy at the Back of the Class
Onjali Q. Rauf
First published in 2018, The Boy at the Back of the Class is a novel by Onjali Q. Rauf for children aged 8 to 11. Its themes include kindness, justice and friendship.
Novel2018
Beetle Boy
M. G. Leonard
Ages 8–12
Beetle Boy
M. G. Leonard
On the shelf for children aged 8 to 12: Beetle Boy, a novel by M. G. Leonard. It connects with adventure, nature and friendship.
Novel2016
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
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
The Indian in the Cupboard
Lynne Reid Banks
Ages 8–12
The Indian in the Cupboard
Lynne Reid Banks
For readers interested in wonder, imagination and friendship, compare The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks. It is a novel for children aged 8 to 12.
Novel1980
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
Murder Most Unladylike
Robin Stevens
Ages 9–13
Murder Most Unladylike
Robin Stevens
First published in 2014, Murder Most Unladylike is a novel by Robin Stevens for children aged 9 to 13. Its themes include friendship, justice and adventure.
Novel2014
The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow
Katherine Woodfine
Ages 9–12
The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow
Katherine Woodfine
Choose The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow by Katherine Woodfine for children aged 9 to 12. This novel is shelved with books about adventure, justice and friendship.
Novel2015
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
High-Rise Mystery
Sharna Jackson
Ages 9–12
High-Rise Mystery
Sharna Jackson
Choose High-Rise Mystery by Sharna Jackson for children aged 9 to 12. This novel is shelved with books about justice, friendship and adventure.
Novel2019
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
The Tail of Emily Windsnap
Liz Kessler
Ages 8–11
The Tail of Emily Windsnap
Liz Kessler
First published in 2003, The Tail of Emily Windsnap is a novel by Liz Kessler for children aged 8 to 11. Its themes include wonder, family and friendship.
Novel2003
The Turbulent Term of Tyke Tiler
Gene Kemp
Ages 8–12
The Turbulent Term of Tyke Tiler
Gene Kemp
First published in 1977, The Turbulent Term of Tyke Tiler is a novel by Gene Kemp for children aged 8 to 12. Its themes include friendship, humour and justice.
Novel1977
Jennings Goes to School
Anthony Buckeridge
Ages 8–12
Jennings Goes to School
Anthony Buckeridge
For readers interested in humour and friendship, compare Jennings Goes to School by Anthony Buckeridge. It is a classic for children aged 8 to 12.
Classic1950
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
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
Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging
Louise Rennison
Ages 13–16
Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging
Louise Rennison
Choose Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging by Louise Rennison for readers aged 13+. This novel is shelved with books about humour and friendship.
Novel1999