BOOK OF THE WEEK
22 April 2025
Hello Bookworms!
We hope you enjoyed your Easter holiday! We have more books for your to read this week!
Do take a look at our Lion Print magazine, under our Further Resources tab. Here are some of the stories our younger pupils have written at the beginning of the magazine and give you inspiration for your own writing. There is also some incredible art work from our pupils.
If you’d like some more ideas of great books to read, do check out our Reading List.
Granny by Anthony Horrowitz
A wickedly funny tale about the granny from Hell by the creator of Alex Rider.
Anthony Horowitz, creator of the bestselling Alex Rider series has written a wickedly funny story, with hilarious illustrations by Tony Ross. Twelve-year-old Joe has an unbelievably evil Granny. Not only is Granny physically repulsive and horribly mean, but she also has the look in her eye of a predatory crocodile. Soon Joe starts to suspect that she has unpleasant designs on him. But what are they and how can he foil them?
It’s full of black humour with plenty of exciting moments. Fair size print to encourage readers onto a longer novel. — Primary Times ― Primary Times
A darkly comic tale… Perfect for fans of David Walliams or Roald Dahl. — Surrey Advertiser Academy ― Surrey Advertiser Academy
Anthony Horowitz is on top form in this deliciously funny tale. — Books for Keeps ― Books for Keeps
A darkly comic tale about a foul granny by the creator of Alex Rider, reissued with new illustrations from Tony Ross. — Aldershot News and Mail ― Aldershot News and Mail
I have no doubt that many children will delight in the comic anarchy of this book, brilliantly illustrated by Tony Ross, and feel sure that its timely reissue will delight the many fans of Dahl and Walliams. — Middle Grade Strikes Back ― Middle Grade Strikes Back
A Song for Will: The Lost Gardeners of Heligan
When World War 1 is declared on 4th August 1914, errand boy, Alfie, is disappointed that he is too young to sign up. But his frustration turns to despair as he begins to realise the brutal consequences of battle. During the four year conflict, Alfie’s exchange of letters with Heligan stone mason, Fred Paynter, and the visits home of gardener, William Guy, paint a poignant picture of life at the front. Reading them in a peaceful corner of England, the sanctuary of Heligan, Alfie realises just how different his life could have been. Can Fred and Will survive the horrors of the Somme in 1916? And what worrying news might Alfie receive about other battles? Published in partnership with the Lost Gardens of Heligan and drawing on facts from their archives ‘A Song For Will’ is a beautiful story of longing and loss, of discovery and hope.
I cannot imagine this story being told any better […] and will become a treasured possession in countless families over the coming years. Sir Tim Smit, Discoverer of The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Co-Founder of The Eden Project –www.strausshouseproductions.com
A beautifully written and exquisitely illustrated book. It is the perfect vehicle to either awaken or further enrich a child’s interest in the War. Richard van Emden, Historian of The Great War, Author and Producer –www.strausshouseproductions.com
This deeply moving story perfectly conveys the devastating impact of the First World War both on those who took part and those they left behind. Beautifully told and illustrated, this is a book for children and adults to treasure. Andrea Reece LoveReading4Kids –http://www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/book/14124/A-Song-for-Will-and-The-Lost-Gardeners-of-Heligan-by-Hilary-Robinson.html
