War Horse by  Michael Morpurgo

Mr. Matthew William Scarisbrick English Teacher – Secondary  War Horse is a powerful and emotional story about friendship and bravery during World War One, told through the eyes of a horse called Joey. It helps readers understand the impact of war while staying easy to follow and really engaging.

Why I chose The Boy at the Back of the Class by Onjali Q. Raúf

Mr. Nathan Unwind Head of Primary & EYFS I’m always looking for books that do more than entertain – books that help children grow into thoughtful, empathetic people. I recommended The Boy at the Back of the Class because it tells an important story through a child’s eyes: what it Read More…

George’s Marvellous Medicine by Roald Dahl

Ms. Ciara Louise Flinnighin  Year 4 Teacher George’s Marvellous Medicine is a wildly imaginative and humorous story that captures the reader’s curiosity from start to finish. It is full of unexpected twists and funny moments that make reading exciting and engaging. The book encourages creative thinking, explores cause and effect and Read More…

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl

Ms. Megan Wright Year 2 Teacher I really enjoyed reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory because it took me on an exciting journey inside Wonka’s magical chocolate factory. The story is about a kind boy called Charlie Bucket who wins a golden ticket and gets to explore the most amazing factory full Read More…

Matilda by Roald Dahl

Ms. Inge Terblanche Year 4 Teacher (Team Leader) I chose Matilda because it shows how a love of books and learning can help a child overcome challenges. I especially like how Matilda uses her intelligence and kindness to stand up for herself and others, and how reading becomes her escape Read More…

Matilda by Roald Dahl

Mr. Ryan Arnold Year 3 Teacher I recommend Matilda to Primary children because it promotes a love of reading and learning while teaching important values such as kindness, courage, and standing up for what is right. The story is engaging and age-appropriate, with relatable characters and humour that captures children’s Read More…

How to Train Your Dragon: How to Ride a Dragon’s Storm by Cressida Cowell

Mr. Matthew Michael William Timperley  Year 5 Teacher ( Bell House Captain) As a teacher, I would highly recommend How to Train Your Dragon: How to Ride a Dragon’s Storm to children who enjoy adventure, humour and a bit of chaos. The story follows Hiccup as he faces daring challenges, Read More…

The Iron Man by Ted Hughes

Mr. James Houston NIA-Smash Principal The Iron Man is a classic children’s novel that tells the story of a mysterious giant made entirely of iron who appears suddenly in a coastal area. Initially, the local farmers and townspeople are frightened by the Iron Man, especially after he unintentionally causes destruction Read More…

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl

Mr. Diarmuid Cregan School Coordinator As a boy, my mother would take my four sisters and I to the Creggan Library every Saturday morning to spend a few hours. At this age, around 7, I began to read Roald Dahl from cover to cover. James and the Giant Peach and Read More…

The Standard Edition of the Complete Psychological Works of Sigmund Freud

Mr. Hopeton Bailey Head of Secondary Mathematics The reason why I have chosen a book on Psychology by Sigmund Freud is because during my years at University I was first motivated to study psychology because of one useful and meaningful discovery in a lesson. My psychology teacher taught us that Read More…

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