Get pupils reading with our Monthly Book Box

Posted on 30 October 2025

The Monthly Book Box is perfect for bringing the magic of reading straight to your classroom or library. Every month, we handpick a selection of the very best new children’s books to keep your shelves fresh and inspiring. Our goal is to spark curiosity, excitement and a love of reading in every pupil – whether they’re into adventure, mystery or just discovering a story that makes them giggle.

Each book box is bursting with diverse and engaging reads, including stories that tie in with key seasonal moments like this month’s Diwali and Halloween, as well as book-themed goodies your class will love. On top of that, every box earns Scholastic Rewards for your school, making reading even more rewarding. Keep reading to discover some of the books in this month’s fantastic selection!

What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers

From renowned, internationally bestselling picture-book creator and visual artist, Oliver Jeffers, comes this rare and enduring story about a parent’s boundless love, life’s endless opportunities and all we need to build a together future.

The Night Before Diwali by Swapna Haddow and Darshika Varma

Celebrate the magic of Diwali with this joyful picture book! Follow a young boy and his grandmother as they prepare for the best Diwali ever, a great way to introduce pupils to the traditions, colours and spirit of the festival of lights.

Isadora Moon: Make a Wish by Harriet Muncaster

A funny and heartwarming story that gently explores how feelings aren’t ‘good’ or ‘bad’, and that experiencing all of your feelings is part of what makes you human (or half-vampire, half-fairy!).

Dog Man 13: Big Jim Begins by Dav Pilkey

Dog Man: Big Jim Begins continues Dav Pilkey’s bestselling series with an inspiring story about friendship, bravery and believing in yourself. Perfect for engaging all types of readers, this graphic novel promotes empathy, kindness, persistence and the importance of doing good.

Tom Gates 24: Pesky Pets and Parties by Liz Pichon

The new Tom Gates book delivers laugh-out-loud moments and endless creativity in Liz Pichon’s signature doodle-filled diary style. A brilliant choice for inspiring pupils to read, building their confidence and developing their imagination.

The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Movie Monster by Marcus Rashford, Abiola Bello’s and Marta Kissi

This spooky adventure is the seventh exciting book in the series by England International footballer and bestselling author Marcus Rashford MBE. Inspired by Marcus’s own childhood experiences, this series encourages teamwork, creativity and the joy of reading.

Bunny vs Monkey: Intergalactic Monkey Business! by Jamie Smart

This book delivers fast-paced fun, wild imagination and comic-style storytelling that keeps readers hooked. Perfect for engaging your pupils in reading, this series sparks creativity, humour and a love of reading through its clever mix of adventure and laughter.

The Elemental Detectives: The Case of the Dreaming Dragon by Patrice Lawrence

Return to eighteenth-century London, where magic sparks just beneath the surface! The third book in a captivating fantasy adventure series, Marisee and Robert face their most dangerous mystery yet: a dragon’s dream, a mysterious cauldron and secrets that could change everything. A big, bold and imaginative fantasy adventure perfect for fans of mystery and magic.

The Game I’ll Never Forget by Onjali Q. Raúf

This is a touching and relatable story that explores family bonds, dementia awareness and intergenerational friendship. Perfect for KS2 readers, it encourages empathy, understanding and open discussion about ageing, memory and what it truly means to care for someone.

Refugee: The Graphic Novel by Suzanne Collins (Author) and Nico Delort (illustrator)

The timeless bestseller Refugee comes alive in this stunning graphic novel adaptation. Follow Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud on their perilous journeys for safety and hope across decades and continents. Powerful, moving and visually breathtaking, this is a story that will captivate readers of all ages.

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