Blog Book Recommendations

We’ve rounded up a selection of fun, action-packed graphic novels that make reading feel like an adventure.

To celebrate Refugee Week (16th – 22nd June 2025), we’ve put together a list of heartfelt children’s books that explore themes of displacement, belonging, hope, and identity.

Explore some of our favourite LGBTQ+ stories this Pride month with a selection that embraces all voices and stories!

Loved Squid Squad? Here are more wildly fun reads to keep the laughter going!

Explore fantastic manga picks that are perfect for curious, creative young readers.

With half-term officially here, keep children occupied with these fun and exciting activity and adventure books!

Explore a selection of books that offer a comforting escape from the pressures of exam season, providing relaxation and inspiration through imaginative stories or colouring pages.

In preparation for the exciting movie release next month, we’ve picked out our favourite Minecraft books for you to get ready for the movie!

Leah Johnson’s brand new book Bree Boyd is a Legend is all about embracing yourself and your power! To celebrate, we’ve picked out some similar reads all about finding your own power!

Celebrate the magic of reading with stories to make you laugh, love, and get lost in adventure.

To celebrate International Women’s Day on the 8th March, we’ve picked out our best reads about empowering women!

We’ve picked our top books that make great stories for children to read with their grandparents!

Get creative this World Book Day with these fun costume ideas!

Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with our selection of empowering stories about courage and authenticity.

Fall in love with reading this February as we pick out some of our favourite heartwarming reads.

Discover our range of YA Dystopian books to get ready for Sunrise on the Reaping!

Celebrate Black History all year round with our fantastic range of children’s books and learn something new today.

Read on to find out our favourite children’s fiction with an empathetic view on mental health issues, or discover our top non-fiction picks for guidance on mental health.

Since 2018/19 the amount of children in home education has risen by 80%* making the need for educational resources for the home more important than ever. 

Check out our top recommendations for home education books and…

This World Book Day we asked some of our colleagues to tell us about their favourite books that helped shape them into the readers they are today. Did we pick one of your favourites?

Learn all about influential women of history with our top picks for International Women’s Day!

Looking for the perfect romantic read this Valentine’s Day? We’ve got you covered with our top swoony YA recommendations, guaranteed to make your heart flutter.

With the release of the brand-new Percy Jackson series on Disney+, Greek mythology is back in its golden age. To celebrate, we’ve selected some of our favourite books featuring all things Ancient Greece!

Did you know that one in every ten children is a child with a disability? We’ve pulled together some of our favourite books with awesome disability representation to help every child feel included!

If you’re looking for a holiday read that will keep you as entertained as your favourite festive film, we have you covered with our list of comparative recommendations!

Are you obsessed with Only Murders in the Building? Do you love a story full of red herrings, twists, and surprising endings? Read on to find out our favourite YA murder mysteries, guaranteed to draw you in and keep you…

Do you know a young graphic novel fan? Read on to discover our top picks in this rapidly growing genre!

With the release of 1989 (Taylor’s Version), we couldn’t help but recommend the best books to read based on your favourite tracks!

With the brand-new Five Nights at Freddy’s film out in cinemas today, we’ve collated our top scariest books based on popular survival-horror video games that are perfect for gamers and lovers of all things scary.

Introducing Future Hero, the perfect adventure series for children seeking their next great escape!

Celebrate Black History with our fantastic range of children’s books and learn something new today.

To celebrate Dyslexia Awareness Week, we’ve collated our top dyslexia-friendly books to help children overcome their fear of reading and fall in love with books.

Dark, moreish and chilling – the countdown to Christmas is on and time is running out in the festive thriller from Sarah Naughton. Read the captivating first chapter of You Better Watch Out.

These top YA thrillers are guaranteed to raise your pulse, keep you on the edge of your seat, and have you guessing until the final page…

We’re sharing some of our favourite Roald Dahl stories – which one do you like the most?

Are you as obsessed with Red, White & Royal Blue as we are? These top picks are perfect for your next read!

We spoke to some of your favourite authors and illustrators to find out what books they’d recommend for children starting school in September. Whether your child is nervous about making friends or struggling to build…

Are you a fan of Heartstopper? Here are some recommended reads perfect for those looking for their next favourite book!

Can’t get enough of the new live-action Barbie movie? Jump into these fabulous Barbie-themed reads!

Explores stories of empowerment, adventure, and magic, all while celebrating the timeless charm of Barbie’s iconic…

Celebrate International Friendship Day on 30th July 2023
Making friends is an important part of growing up and although it can feel challenging for some children, our comforting books on friendship show them that…

A selection of book reviews written by students at JESS Dubai School.

When planning your family’s summer holiday activities, why not take inspiration from a beloved children’s book or two! Whether your child loves “hunting for bugs like Ivy the…

“It is far more important that you create work, than that you create work without error.”

Emer Stamp shares her struggles with spelling and encourages you to write – whether you write right or wrong!

This year, Scholastic are celebrating Pride Month by sharing a diverse selection of books that embrace LGBTQIA+ voices and stories.

Can’t get enough of the new live-action The Little Mermaid? Dive into these epic mermaid-themed reads!

If you’re a fan of Bridgerton, these fantastic historical fiction picks are guaranteed to be your next obsession!

With clips from the Eras tour dominating everybody’s TikTok FYP at the moment, we couldn’t help but recommend the best books to read based on your favourite Taylor Swift albums! From the heartbreak and teenage angst of…

Hear from the creators of our superbly silly titles in the Illustrator of the Year Shortlist for the Laugh Out Loud Awards 2023!

Hear from the creators of our rib-tickling titles in the Poetry Shortlist for the Laugh Out Loud Awards 2023!

Hear from the creators of our hilarious titles in the Non-Fiction Shortlist for the Laugh Out Loud Awards 2023!

Hear from the creators of our quick-witted titles in the Teen Shortlist for the Laugh Out Loud Awards 2023!

Hear from the creators of our superbly silly titles in the Ages 9–12 Shortlist for the Laugh Out Loud Awards 2023!

Hear from the creators of our superbly silly titles in the Ages 6-8 Shortlist for the Laugh Out Loud Awards 2023!

Hear from the creators of our superbly silly titles in the Picture Books Shortlist for the Laugh Out Loud Awards 2023!

These excellent environmental children’s books will inspire you and your budding eco-warriors to make a difference this Earth Day!

We’re celebrating the 5th anniversary of the Brightstorm Chronicles with a Q&A with award-winning author, Vashti Hardy.

If you enjoyed Shadow and Bone, you’ll love these magical Teen and YA fantasy favourites.

Can’t wait for the next series of The Last of Us? Get stuck into these post-apocalyptic reads to satisfy your dystopian craving!

Happy International Women’s Day! We’re celebrating International Women’s Day by sharing some of our favourite females in children’s fiction books.

Triona Campbell, author of A Game of Life or Death, shares why video games are important and the inspirations behind her unmissable new thriller.

Celebrate the release of A Different Kind of Freedom: A Romani Story and discover more about the writing process, inspiration and research involved.

This year marks the 15th anniversary of the publication of the first Jamie Johnson book. We spoke with Dan Freedman about all things football, writing, inspiration and more!

We love a fairy tale with a twist, and in celebration of Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen’s ‘The Three Billy Goats Gruff’, we’re sharing more of the best retellings for children of all ages.