ReadPlus is a collection of selected books and films arranged under themes. This web site provides lists, reviews and resources for librarians, teachers and parents about books for young people aged 5 to 18.

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Aug 27 2008

The cow that laid an egg by Andy Cutbill and Russell Ayto

Harper Collins, 2008.
(Age 3-7) When Marjorie the cow feels left out because she has no special skills, the chickens decide to help. The other cows can do splendid things, handstands and riding bikes, but Marjorie feels very ordinary....
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Aug 25 2008

Triskellion by Will Peterson

Walker Books, 2008
(Age 11+) Surprisingly Will Peterson is the pseudonym of Mark Billingham and Peter Cocks, both writers for television in England. They have collaborated on a number of projects and decided to write a trilogy for...
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Aug 22 2008

True Green Kids by Jim McKay and Jenny Bonnin

ABC Books, 2008.
(All ages) There are a few of these books hitting the market at the moment, showing kids how they can do the most simple things to recycle, be healthy, conserve energy and implement a green way of living in their own...
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Aug 21 2008

The savage by David Almond

Ill. by Dave McKean. Walker, 2008.
(Age 9+) Highly recommended. Once again David Almond has created an outstanding book which will challenge and provoke his readers. Blue Baker's dad has died and his school counsellor tells him to write...
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Aug 13 2008

Swordbird by Nancy Yi Fan

HarperCollins, 2007
(Age 9+) The author was only 13 when she wrote this book and it will be an inspiration to all young writers. She has created a believable world populated by extraordinary birds. Turnatt, a red-brown hawk, has kidnapped...
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Aug 12 2008

Nighttrap by Tom Becker

Scholastic 2008
Jonathan's friend Mrs Ellwood has been kidnapped by Vendetta the vampire. As ransom Vendetta demands the Crimson Stone, a priceless gem which is in the possession of Xavier, an elderly and fanatical antique collector....
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Aug 08 2008

Sovay by Celia Rees

Bloombury, 2008. ISBN 9780747598084
(Age 13+) It's difficult to resist picking up this book with its beautiful girl on the front cover and the enticing words 'She fought for her life. She robbed for love'. When the blurb describes...
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Aug 07 2008

Knife of never letting go by Patrick Ness

Walker, 2008. ISBN 9781406310252
Chaos Walking, Book 1.
(Age 12+) Highly recommended. This is a stunning, unforgettable book with a totally original plot that completely captures the imagination of the reader. Todd Hewitt lives in...
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