Books of the Month
Our Book of the Month videos can be watched in assemblies, classrooms, libraries or at home. Each video is around five minutes long and is the perfect way to introduce pupils to new authors, build a buzz around books, and develop a lifelong love for reading.
Books of the Month May 2026
Riley Wright is Always Wrong
An introduction by Mel Taylor-Bessent
Suitable for ages 7+
Breakout
An introduction by Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, Nicola Yoon
Suitable for ages 14+
Trapped at a luxurious resort off the coast of Florida, a group of elite teens are about to have a spring break they will never forget … but not all of them are coming home. The star-studded team of authors behind New York Times bestsellers Blackout and Whiteout returns with a thrillerfull of intrigue, betrayal, and heart-stopping romance.
Buck & Ears: Pirate Detectives:
An introduction by Jennifer Bell
Suitable for ages 7+
Today is Pamela the squirrel’s BEST day! She is finally off to The Big Tree to play. Pam can bounce! She can pounce! Yes – she’s ready to JOIN IN. But what will Pamela do when the other squirrels say there’s NO ROOM for her?! A heartwarming, relatable story that reassures us that there’s always a way to make room for us all!
Legacy: The Shadow Rises
An introduction by Zak Simmonds-Hurn & The Fickling Brothers
Suitable for ages 9+
This lyrical story effortlessly weaves exciting vocabulary alongside important themes of sharing, kindness and teamwork, encouraging readers to find the fun in literacy and share sparkling words with each other. This powerful picture book is perfect for story time and children’s language development
Who Will You Be When You Grow Up?
An introduction by Molly Potter
Suitable for ages 5+