Encourage them to read independently with these festive chapter books, from the hilarious Magnificent Mabel to the latest in the much-loved Zoe Rescue Zoo series, The Runaway Reindeer.
Magnificent Mabel and the Christmas Elf
5-7
Sometimes life isn’t fair for Mabel Chase. Like for instance a naughty Christmas Elf gets her into LOTS of trouble. And the new boy in her class at school REFUSES to be her friend. And no-one lets her look after her little cousin, even though she is BRILLIANT with toddlers. But none of that matters in the end … because Mabel is still MAGNIFICENT.
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Zoe’s Rescue Zoo: The Runaway Reindeer
5-7
Zoe loves living at her uncle’s rescue zoo because there’s always something exciting going on. And Zoe also has an amazing secret… She can actually TALK to the animals!
When Raina the reindeer and her family arrive, it looks like Christmas at the zoo will be the best one yet. But after Raina runs away and ends up in an accident, she’s not sure she’ll be a very good Christmas reindeer. Can Zoe change Raina’s mind and help her to spread Christmas cheer after all?
A Forever Home for Luna
5-7
Nine-year-old twins Grace and Jack run the Forever Homes rehoming service. Whether it’s a cheeky puppy or a shy kitten, they’re determined to pair every animal with their perfect person – and have lots of adventures along the way!
Luna is a beautiful kitten who loves cuddles but runs away from loud noises. Can the twins find her perfect owner before she runs into trouble?
Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam: Jingle Bells!
5-7
Three hilarious read-aloud stories following the adventures of our favourite baking dogs! The much-loved picture book pooches appear here in a two-colour fiction format, ideal for children growing in confidence as readers and beginning to read alone.
Shifty and Sam have a lot on their plates! Someone has stolen all of Santa’s presents! A sea monster is spoiling fairground fun day. And a weird cat has cursed Sam! Pass the buns, it’s going to be a rollercoaster ride!