Class

Name of book

Author

Appropriateness

Skills targeted

Front Cover

F2

We're Going on a Bear Hunt

Michael Rosen

Suitable for young children, engages with repetitive and rhythmic text.

Enhances listening skills, introduces narrative structure.

F2

Owl Babies

Martin Waddell

Age-appropriate for early readers, explores themes of separation.

Develops comprehension, addresses emotional themes.

F2

Little Red Hen

Lucinda McQueen

Suitable for early readers, teaches about teamwork and sharing.

Enhances comprehension, introduces moral themes.

F2

Room on the Broom

Julia Donaldson

Engaging for young readers, explores themes of friendship.

Develops listening skills, introduces narrative elements.

F2

Giraffes Can't Dance

Giles Andreae

Designed for early readers, promotes self-acceptance.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of diversity.

F2

Non-Fiction Text - The Tiny Seed

Eric Carle

Introduces non-fiction concepts, suitable for early readers.

Develops early reading skills, introduces science concepts.

F2

Oliver's Vegetables

Vivian French

Age-appropriate for early readers, teaches about healthy eating.

Enhances comprehension, introduces concepts of nutrition.

Year 1

Little Red Riding Hood

Brothers Grimm

Classic fairy tale suitable for young readers.

Introduces narrative structure, enhances comprehension.

Year 1

The Ugly Duckling

Hans Christian Andersen

Classic fairy tale addressing themes of acceptance.

Enhances comprehension, explores moral themes.

Year 1

The Crunching Munching Caterpillar

Sheridan Cain

Introduces concepts of metamorphosis and growth.

Develops early science understanding, enhances comprehension.

Year 1

Alice in Wonderland

Lewis Carroll

A whimsical tale suitable for young readers.

Develops imagination, introduces fantasy elements.

Year 1

Country Mouse, Town Mouse

Aesop

Classic fable with a moral lesson.

Enhances comprehension, introduces moral themes.

Year 2

Mungo and the Picture Book Pirates

Timothy Knapman

Engaging story suitable for 6-7-year-olds.

Enhances comprehension, introduces narrative structure.

Year 2

Small Knight and the Royal Chocolate Cake

Ronda Armitage

Age-appropriate for 6-7-year-olds, a whimsical tale.

Develops comprehension, introduces fantasy elements.

Year 2

From a Bean to a Bar

Anita Ganeri

Introduces concepts of chocolate production.

Enhances comprehension, introduces non-fiction elements.

Year 2

The Bog Baby

Jeanne Willis

A gentle story suitable for young readers.

Develops comprehension, explores themes of friendship.

Year 2

Biography of Mary Seacole

Nikki Gamble

Introduces the life of Mary Seacole, suitable for young readers.

Enhances comprehension, introduces historical figures.

Year 2

Kassim and the Greedy Dragon

Pie Corbett

Engaging story for 6-7-year-olds, exploring themes of greed.

Develops comprehension, introduces moral themes.

Year 2

Rescue (GR)

Alan Durant

A gripping adventure suitable for 6-7-year-olds.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of bravery.

Year 2

The Sand Horse

Ann Turnbull

Classic tale with a moral lesson for young readers.

Develops comprehension, introduces moral themes.

Year 2

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

Judith Kerr

A classic story suitable for young readers.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of imagination.

Year 2

The Worst Witch

Jill Murphy

A magical tale suitable for 6-7-year-olds.

Develops comprehension, introduces themes of magic.

Year 2

Mr. Majeika

Humphrey Carpenter

Engaging story with a touch of magic for young readers.

Enhances comprehension, introduces fantasy elements.

Year 2

Cinderella

Brothers Grimm

Classic fairy tale suitable for young readers.

Introduces narrative structure, enhances comprehension.

Year 3

Bill's New Frock

Anne Fine

Age-appropriate for 7-8-year-olds, explores themes of identity.

Develops comprehension, introduces themes of self-discovery.

Year 3

The Iron Man

Ted Hughes

Engaging story for 7-8-year-olds, explores themes of friendship.

Enhances comprehension, introduces moral themes.

Year 3

Leonora Bolt – Secret Inventor

Lucy Brandt

A tale of invention suitable for young readers.

Develops comprehension, introduces themes of creativity.

Year 3

Sheep Pig

Dick King-Smith

Classic story for 7-8-year-olds, explores themes of friendship.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of perseverance.

Year 3

James and the Giant Peach

Roald Dahl

Engaging fantasy suitable for young readers.

Develops comprehension, introduces fantasy elements.

Year 3

The Butterfly Lion

Michael Morpurgo

A heartwarming tale suitable for 7-8-year-olds.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of loyalty.

Year 3

The Demon Headmaster

Gillian Cross

Engaging mystery for young readers, introduces suspense.

Develops comprehension, introduces themes of mystery.

Year 4

Mr. Stink

David Walliams

Humorous story suitable for 8-9-year-olds.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of empathy.

Year 4

Demon Headmaster Takes Over

Gillian Cross

A continuation of the engaging mystery series.

Develops comprehension, continues themes of mystery.

Year 4

Danny The Champion of the World

Roald Dahl

Classic tale for 8-9-year-olds, explores themes of family.

Enhances comprehension, introduces moral themes.

Year 4

How to Train Your Dragon

Cressida Cowell

Engaging fantasy suitable for young readers.

Develops comprehension, introduces themes of bravery.

Year 4

The Firework Maker's Daughter

Philip Pullman

A magical tale suitable for 8-9-year-olds.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of courage.

Year 4

The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe

C.S. Lewis

Classic fantasy suitable for 8-9-year-olds.

Develops comprehension, introduces themes of fantasy.

Year 4

The Eye of the Wolf

Daniel Pennac

Thought-provoking tale for young readers.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of empathy.

Year 5

The Boy in a Dress

David Walliams

Addresses mature themes, appropriate for 9-10-year-olds.

Develops comprehension, explores themes of identity.

Year 5

A Series of Unfortunate Events

Lemony Snicket (Daniel Handler)

Engaging series for 9-10-year-olds, explores dark themes.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of adversity.

Year 5

Beowulf

Michael Morpurgo

Classic tale suitable for 9-10-year-olds.

Develops comprehension, introduces themes of heroism.

Year 5

Oranges in No Man's Land

Elizabeth Laird

Thoughtful tale suitable for young readers.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of war.

Year 5

Street Child

Berlie Doherty

Historical fiction suitable for 9-10-year-olds.

Develops comprehension, introduces historical themes.

Year 5

Abomination

Robert Swindells

Engaging mystery for 9-10-year-olds, explores dark themes.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of mystery.

Year 5

A Monster Calls

Patrick Ness

Thought-provoking tale for 9-10-year-olds.

Develops comprehension, explores themes of grief.

Year 5

Girl Missing

Sophie McKenzie

Mystery novel suitable for 9-10-year-olds.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of mystery.

Year 6

Kensuke's Kingdom

Michael Morpurgo

Adventure story suitable for 10-11-year-olds.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of survival.

Year 6

The War That Saved My Life

Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

Historical fiction suitable for 10-11-year-olds.

Develops comprehension, introduces historical themes.

Year 6

Boy in the Striped Pyjamas

John Boyne

Thought-provoking tale for 10-11-year-olds.

Develops comprehension, explores themes of friendship.

Year 6

The Borrowers

Mary Norton

Classic fantasy suitable for 10-11-year-olds.

Enhances comprehension, introduces themes of imagination.

Year 6

Wonder

R.J. Palacio

Uplifting tale suitable for 10-11-year-olds.

Develops comprehension, introduces themes of acceptance.

Year 6

Time Traveling with a Hamster

Ross Welford

Adventure tale suitable for 10-11-year-olds.

Develops comprehension, introduces themes of time travel.

Year 6

Lion: A Long Way Home

Saroo Brierley

Biographical tale suitable for 10-11-year-olds.

Develops comprehension, explores real-life narratives.