New in and children's reading ideas
Reviews, suggestions and lists of new books for children aged 0-11. We have recommendations for readers aged 11+ in our Young Adult section.
Great fictional diaries for children and teens
Written by Jo Dixon · Published Jan 3, 2017
Is it your child's new year's resolution to keep a diary? These great fictional journals could inspire them.
Children's books about dancing to mark the end of this year's Strictly
Written by Jo Dixon · Published Dec 17, 2016
As this year's series of Strictly Come Dancing draws to a close, why not pick up a dancing-themed book for your child?
The Amazing Adventures of Freddie Whitemouse by Elizabeth Jane Howard
Written by Amanda King · Published Dec 15, 2016
A bittersweet novel about Freddie Whitemouse, a young mouse who wishes he was anything but.
The Merchant of Venice: A Shakespeare Story by Andrew Matthews and Tony Ross
Written by Katie and Olivia Mitton · Published Dec 6, 2016
Young library customers Katie and Olivia really enjoyed this retelling of Shakespeare's Venetian play
Teen and Young Adult books to buy for Christmas 2016
Written by Jo Dixon · Published Nov 29, 2016
Buying presents for teens this Christmas? Our book expert Jo is here to help
Children's books to buy for Christmas 2016
Written by Jo Dixon · Published Nov 29, 2016
Buying presents for children this Christmas? Our book expert Jo has some fantastic book suggestions for 0-11 year-olds
Christmassy children's books for 2016
Written by Jo Dixon · Published Nov 29, 2016
Sensory books for babies, picture books for young children, and stories for juniors and young teens feature in this festive round-up
Children’s books on the natural world, animals, geography and science for National Non-fiction November
Written by Alice Violett · Published Nov 2, 2016
It’s National Non-Fiction November. Why not further your child’s interest in a topic, or introduce them to something new, by borrowing from our range of titles?
Children’s books on history, English and general knowledge for National Non-fiction November
Written by Alice Violett · Published Nov 2, 2016
It’s National Non-Fiction November. Why not further your child’s interest in a topic, or introduce them to something new, by borrowing from our range of titles?
Five fiendishly good Halloween-themed arts and crafts books for children
Written by Alice Violett · Published Oct 28, 2016
Want to make some Halloween decorations and food with your children, but looking for inspiration and instruction? Our Halloween crafts titles are here to help.