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Each month, we’ll spotlight five carefully chosen titles from your Book Club with themed resources and fun activities you can enjoy together at home. It’s a great way to discover fresh stories, build up a bank of ideas and keep your child excited about reading.
Explore this month’s brilliant selection below!
The Christmas Pine
This enchanting story follows a small pine tree growing deep in a snowy wood who dreams of becoming the shining Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square. Through gentle verse and evocative artwork, children discover the real tradition behind this treasured gift from Norway and the message of peace and friendship it represents. It is a warm and magical tale perfect for sharing on cosy winter evenings.
Why your child might enjoy this:
- The soothing rhymes and beautiful illustrations create a calming and magical reading experience.
- The true story behind the Christmas pine adds a sense of wonder and meaning.
- The festive setting and hopeful message make it a story children will want to revisit every holiday season.
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The Oak Tree
Award-winning author
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Paper Chase
Award-winning author
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How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
The Scarecrows’ Wedding
Two scarecrows are planning the perfect wedding and set off to find everything on their list. But wicked cigar-smoking scarecrow, Reginald Rake, has other ideas and almost ruins their special day. Harry O’Hay must become a hero before he and Betty O’Barley can have the wedding of their dreams.
Why your child might enjoy this:
- The lively rhyming story and playful drama make it a fun and engaging read aloud.
- The detailed illustrations offer plenty of delightful surprises to spot on every page.
- The mix of humor, adventure and a happy ending creates a comforting and entertaining experience.
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Jonty Gentoo - The Adventures of a Penguin
Award-winning team
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Percy the Park Keeper: One Snowy Night
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Tabby McTat
Award-winning team
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Christmasaurus
Award-winning author
The Twelve Bums of Christmas
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This Book is Full Of...: This Book is Full of Unicorns
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Twenty at Bedtime: Twenty Dragons at Bedtime
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Barrie Saves Christmas
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Christmas Pig
Award-winning team
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Wings of Fire 9: Talons of Power
Coming soon
Turtle has never seen himself as a hero, but when the terrifying and legendary Darkstalker returns, hiding in the shadows may no longer be enough. As danger spreads across Pyrrhia, Turtle must decide whether to keep his animus magic secret or step forward and become the unlikely hero his world desperately needs. This thrilling graphic novel adaptation brings the beloved Wings of Fire series to life with bold artwork and heart-pounding adventure.
Why your child might enjoy this:
- The dragons, magic and high stakes create an exciting fantasy world to get lost in.
- The expressive and dynamic illustrations make the story feel vivid and cinematic.
- Turtle’s journey from fearful observer to unexpected hero is inspiring and relatable.
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Wings of Fire: Wings of Fire 1-5 Special Edition Boxset
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Impossible Creatures
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Into the Wild
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The Awakening Storm: A Graphic Novel (City of Dragons #1)
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Amulet Box set 1-9 Graphix
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