The Books
Booked Up 2011
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Pumpkin Grumpkin
From classics like The Jabberwocky to great contemporary nonsense like The Computer's First Proverb, there's something for everyone in this vibrant, varied collection.
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The Name of this Book is SECRET
Original and quirky, the lure of a pseudonymous author, ‘secret’ subject matter and warnings of danger should have strong appeal.
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Artichoke Hearts
Dealing sensitively with issues of bereavement, puberty and first love, Artichoke Hearts is a moving coming-of-age novel with strong appeal for confident girl readers.
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How to Train Your Dragon
The first book in a popular series, this hilarious illustrated story is a witty and accessible read and is sure to have wide appeal for both boys and girls.
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The Ghost Box
This spooky thriller is a short and simple read ideal for dyslexic, struggling and reluctant readers.
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The Kick Off
Packed full of footballing tips, fumbled free kicks and nail-biting penalties, every reader will be on Jamie's side.
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Mortlock
A dark and macabre tale, this is a challenging read sure to appeal to fans of fantasy and horror.
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Why is Snot Green?
An informative and entertaining read from the Science Museum for readers who prefer non-fiction.
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Big Nate - The Boy with the Biggest Head in the World
Based on a comic strip by Lincoln Peirce, the inspiration behind Jeff Kinney, this is sure to appeal to any fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
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Dead Man's Cove
A message in a bottle, a grumpy housekeeper and the forbidden Dead Man's Cove all add up to an intriguing detective story which has earned comparisons to Enid Blyton's traditional story telling.
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Frankie Foster: Fizzy Pop
This fizzy book deals lightly with themes of adoption, family and friendship making for a accessible read with strong girl appeal.
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The Truth About Leo
Skillful writing makes some very challenging subject matter accessible to younger readers.
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Boffin Boy and the Wizard of Edo
Its stylish manga-style artwork and the use of speech bubbles featuring simple text make this ideal for children who need a book with a very low reading age (6-7 years) but high interest level.
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Little Bo Peep has Knickers That Bleep
A fun collection of silly rhymes and snappy lymericks which are ideal for struggling readers as well as being perfect to read aloud.
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The Dragon Machine
Despite its simplicity, the book looks stylish and sophisticated enough to appeal to Year 7 audiences and the dragon theme is likely to be of interest to many.
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You Choose
This very popular book offers a wealth of material which can be shared and discussed or explored alone.
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Don't You Dare, Dragon!
A highly interactive book with dragon puppet, offering multiple ways for children to join in.
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Previous years
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Booked Up 2010
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Booked Up 2009
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Booked Up 2008
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Booked Up 2007
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