Book Packs

The CLiPPA (Centre for Literacy in Primary Poetry Award for a book of poetry for children was launched in 2003. This is the only award for published poetry for children. This award highlights an important branch of children’s literature, ensuring that it receives proper recognition. The award is presented annually for a book of poetry published in the preceding year. This pack is made up of 7 titles that have been on the shortlist. These are: Dark Sky Park by Philip Gross The Rainmaker Danced by John Agard Booked by Kwame Alexander Rhythm and Poetry by Karl Nova Rising Stars: New Voices in Poetry by Ruth Awolola, Victoria Adukwei Bulley, Abigail Cook, Jay Hulme, Amina Jama, Riya Chowdhury, Elanor Chuah, Joe Manners, Pop Up Projects, Arts Council England Stars With Flaming Tails by Valerie Bloom Werewolf Club Rules by Joseph Coelho Price includes 20% discount FULL RETAIL PRICE £52.93 (SAVING £10.58) The Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE) is running a schools shadowing scheme alongside the national children’s poetry award. Primary schools from the UK and beyond are invited to take part. We will provide free teaching resources which show how the poetry shadowing fits into the English National Curriculum and enhances all aspects of literacy learning. These will include teaching sequences and films of the shortlisted poets performing and giving writing tips. There are also films from schools who participated in last year’s scheme to provide inspiration. For more information visit

Power of Reading bookpacks contain tried and tested high quality books, chosen by experts at CLPE for use in the Foundation Stage classroom. The Foundation Stage pack consists of the 2023-2024 selection of Power of Reading recommended texts. There are twelve books in the pack. Price includes 20% discount and free membership of Letterbox Library. FULL RETAIL PRICE £103.88 (SAVING £20.77) Teaching sequences to accompany the books are available on the Power of Reading website ***These book packs have been selected by the CLPE (Centre for Literacy in Primary Education); if you place an order for these packs your contact details will automatically be passed on to the CLPE for their database of schools. If you have already attended a CLPE course, they will already have your details***

Power of Reading bookpacks contain tried and tested high quality books, chosen by experts at CLPE for use in Year 1 and 2 classrooms. Year 1 and 2 packs consist of the 2023-2024 selection of Power of Reading recommended texts. There are twelve books in the pack. Price includes 20% discount and free membership of Letterbox Library. FULL RETAIL PRICE £105.88 (SAVING £21.17) Teaching sequences to accompany the books are available on the Power of Reading website ***These book packs have been selected by the CLPE (Centre for Literacy in Primary Education); if you place an order for these packs your contact details will automatically be passed on to the CLPE for their database of schools. If you have already attended a CLPE course, they will already have your details***

Power of Reading bookpacks contain tried and tested high quality books, chosen by experts at CLPE for use in Years 3 and 4. The Year 3 and 4 pack consists of the 2023-2024 selection of Power of Reading recommended texts. There are twelve books in the pack. Price includes 20% discount and free membership of Letterbox Library. FULL RETAIL PRICE £102.88 (SAVING £20.57) Teaching sequences to accompany the books are available on the Power of Reading website ***These book packs have been selected by the CLPE (Centre for Literacy in Primary Education); if you place an order for these packs your contact details will automatically be passed on to the CLPE for their database of schools. If you have already attended a CLPE course, they will already have your details***

Power of Reading bookpacks contain tried and tested high quality books, chosen by experts at CLPE for use in Years 5 and 6 The Year 5 and 6 pack consists of the 2023-2024 selection of Power of Reading recommended texts. There are twelve books in the pack. Price includes 20% discount and free membership of Letterbox Library. FULL RETAIL PRICE £114.88 (SAVING £22.97) Teaching sequences to accompany the books are available on the Power of Reading website ***These book packs have been selected by the CLPE (Centre for Literacy in Primary Education); if you place an order for these packs your contact details will automatically be passed on to the CLPE for their database of schools. If you have already attended a CLPE course, they will already have your details***

Power of Reading bookpacks contain tried and tested high quality books, chosen by experts at CLPE for use from Foundation Stage to Years 5 and 6. The complete set of bookpacks consists of the 2023-2024 selection of Power of Reading recommended texts. There are twelve books in each pack for: Foundation Stage - twelve books Year 1 and 2 packs - twelve books Year 3 and 4 packs - twelve books Year 5 and 6 pack - twelve books Price includes a 20% discount and free Membership of Letterbox Library FULL RETAIL PRICE £427.52 (SAVING £85.50) Teaching sequences to accompany the books are available on the Power of Reading website ***These book packs have been selected by the CLPE (Centre for Literacy in Primary Education); if you place an order for these packs your contact details will automatically be passed on to the CLPE for their database of schools. If you have already attended a CLPE course, they will already have your details***

The brand new, updated, inclusive book pack created by Andrew Moffat (a practising teacher) and supplied to you by us! A selection of 42 children's books, covering EYFS to Year 6, selected to support primary schools to develop a curriculum response to the Equality Act 2010. The book selection is used in the 'No Outsiders' scheme for schools and encourages children to explore identities, focus on diversity and embrace difference. This children's book pack should be used alongside the 2020 resource, 'No Outsiders: Everyone Different, Everyone Welcome* (Speechmark) which provides additional practical information on implementing a 'No Outsiders' school ethos as well as lesson plans for each of the 42 children's books. You can buy this resource separately from Routledge here. Please note that this pack replaces the old No Outsiders book pack and resource developed in 2015. ***This book pack includes Free membership of Letterbox Library and is discounted by 20%*** FULL RETAIL PRICE £345.58 (SAVING £69.11)

A book pack supported by BookTrust Represents - a new project to support authors and illustrators of colour to promote their work and reach more readers. This book pack is also directly inspired by Speaking Volume's groundbreaking 2019 publication, Breaking New Ground: Celebrating British Writers & Illustrators of Colour which showcases over one hundred UK artists writing and illustrating for children and young people. Letterbox Library has carefully curated a selection of some of the best works by these authors and illustrators, acknowledging the many voices already firmly established in our UK Children's Lit/ canon as well as introducing your pupils to exciting new and emerging voices. In order to keep the selected books relevant and relatable to your pupils, we will be constantly updating the pack content. Expect verse, novels, reluctant readers and picture books by authors such as Blackman, Lawrence, Johnson, Masters, Agard, Mian, Brahmachari, Gourlay, Ho-Yen and many, many more! BookTrust are also making sure that every school receives a copy of the Breaking New Ground publication. They are also offering schools free visits from the creators listed in this brochure and beyond. To find out more, visit: www.booktrust.org.uk/represents 10 Books Price includes a 20% discount FULL RETAIL PRICE £75.90 (SAVING £15.18)

A book pack supported by BookTrust Represents - a new project to support authors and illustrators of colour to promote their work and reach more readers. This book pack is also directly inspired by Speaking Volume's groundbreaking 2019 publication, Breaking New Ground: Celebrating British Writers & Illustrators of Colour which showcases over one hundred UK artists writing and illustrating for children and young people. Letterbox Library has carefully curated a selection of some of the best works by these authors and illustrators, acknowledging the many voices already firmly established in our UK Children's Lit/ canon as well as introducing your pupils to exciting new and emerging voices. In order to keep the selected books relevant and relatable to your pupils, we will be constantly updating the pack content. Expect verse, novels, reluctant readers and picture books by authors such as Blackman, Lawrence, Johnson, Masters, Agard, Mian, Brahmachari, Gourlay, Ho-Yen and many, many more! BookTrust are also making sure that every school receives a copy of the Breaking New Ground publication. They are also offering schools free visits from the creators listed in this brochure and beyond. To find out more, visit: www.booktrust.org.uk/represents 10 Books Price includes a 20% discount FULL RETAIL PRICE £78.90 (SAVING £15.78)

A celebration of all things books. Including: role playing a librarian; visiting the library and the book shop; exploring the many and varied types of books. 4 books Members Price £28.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

The School Readiness Book Pack has been specially collated by Letterbox Library for Early Years staff to support you in: - language and reading skills and phonological awareness through rhymes, strong rhythms, repetitions and common words - reasoning and concept development through, for e.g., counting, the weather, sameness/difference, people around the world - social skills such as making friends and cooperation, respecting rights, personal hygiene, different feelings, adjusting to new situations (e.g. starting school, moving house) 20 Books Members Price £123.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

The Great Outdoors Book Pack has been specially collated by Letterbox Library for Early Years and Primary staff to support you in: - promoting the outdoor environment to children as an exciting and stimulating world of play, freedom and learning - encouraging children's physical activity and movement - nurturing children's capacity for imaginative play - extending children's understanding of the world - upholding The Great Outdoors as contributing to children's health, development and wellbeing. Through: A range of photographic and picture story books which celebrate our natural world, natural materials, the elements, creative play, back gardens, sowing & growing, jumping waves at the beach, sticks, fish-friendly fishing and...chaos theory! 12 Books (plus 2 Creative Star Learning Company posters: Everyone Loves a Stick and Free Play for Free) Members Price £78.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Upbeat portrayals of children of all abilities getting on with their busy, fun-filled lives. Includes many titles which, rather than being 'about' disability, instead present disabled children 'casually', as a natural part of the landscape. 12 books Members Price £77.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A stunning little multicultural book pack celebrating our many different family structures. Promotes positive relationships and helps children develop respect for others. Includes boardbooks and paperbacks. 14 books Members Price £92.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A superb collection of books designed to help children manage their feelings and develop a positive sense of themselves. Includes both stories and resource books; explores everything from feeling crotchety to super-sunny! 14 books Members Price £95.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A specially tailored book pack designed to help you score 'Good' to 'Excellent' (Levels 5 to 7) on quality of educational provision in your setting, with specific reference to diversity. 'Many books, pictures, and materials accessible showing people of different races, cultures, ages, abilities, and gender in non-stereotyping roles...'(Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, 2005, p.56) 10 books Members Price £65.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A fantastic, inclusive and embracing mix for Children's Centres, Sure Starts and Nurseries. A durable collection of photographic and illustrated boardbooks, card books and paperbacks which explore first experiences, activities, family life, friendships and so much more through rhymes, songs, stories and non-fiction. 28 books Members Price £144.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Opens a window onto our local and global world! A vibrant collection of photographic and illustrated books designed to help children explore, ask questions about and make sense of the physical world around them, their local neighbourhood and their wider community. 26 books Members Price £156.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A sensitive and thoughtful collection which empowers the very young to respect others, form positive relationships, manage their feelings, understand what is right/wrong, take care of their own health & hygiene- and develop their confidence and self-belief. 16 books Members Price £91.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A thoughtful selection which recognises that every child is a competent learner from birth who can be resilient, capable, confident and self-assured (EYFS Framework). A collection of inclusive books perfectly suited to exploring identity, feelings, relationships, our differences- and our similarities. 9 books Members Price £64.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Girls and boys get to jump over gender stereotypes...and be themselves! A joyful bookshelf of stories which encourages children to feel free with their role play and with their ambitions. 11 books Members Price £74.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A joyful bookshelf of stories which shows that both girls and boys can be equally resourceful, independent, caring and sensitive. Encourages children to feel free with their games, role play - and with their ambitions. These books provide ample opportunity to help: *combat the negative attitudes which give rise to sexist -and homophobic- bullying *promote an inclusive educational environment and so raise standards. 10 books Members Price £70.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A joyful bookshelf of stories which shows that both girls and boys can be equally resourceful, independent, caring and sensitive. Encourages children to feel free with their games, role play - and with their ambitions. These books provide ample opportunity to help: *combat the negative attitudes which give rise to sexist -and homophobic- bullying *promote an inclusive educational environment and so raise standards. 6 books Members Price £39.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Girls and boys get to jump over gender stereotypes...and be themselves! A joyful bookshelf of stories which embraces emotionally intelligent, thoughtful boys and confident, active girls. Encourages children to feel free with their role play and with their ambitions. 16 books Members Price £108.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Affirmative portrayals of children of all abilities getting on with their busy, fun-filled lives. Includes many titles which, rather than being 'about' disability, instead present disabled children 'casually', as a natural part of the landscape. 8 Books Members Price £57.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Affirmative portrayals of children of all abilities getting on with their busy, fun-filled lives. Includes many titles which, rather than being 'about' disability, instead present disabled children 'casually', as a natural part of the landscape. 9 Books Members Price £58.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Affirmative portrayals of children of all abilities getting on with their busy, fun-filled lives. Includes many titles which, rather than being 'about' disability, instead present disabled children 'casually', as a natural part of the landscape. 17 Books Members Price £114.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

The Little Rebels Award recognises children's fiction (for readers aged 0-12) which promotes social justice or social equality, challenges stereotypes or is informed by anti-discriminatory concerns. Ages Birth-12. 7 books Ajay and the Mumbai Sun Fight Back I Am Nefertiti Mayor Bunny's Chocolate Town Needle The Secret of Haven Point You Need to Chill! ***Includes printed reading guides, poster, stickers and bookmarks*** Price includes approx. 15% discount FULL RETAIL PRICE £54.93 (SAVING £7.93) Members Price £47.00 ***Reading resources for the latest shortlist and full details of the Little Rebels Award can be found at littlerebels.org***

Inspired by our involvement with the Little Rebels Children's Book Award which celebrates children's books that "promote social justice and a more peaceful and fairer world". Like the award, this bookpack lifts an appreciation of children's literature out of the next best seller or sparkly series. Instead it takes quiet and patient stock of the books which nudge and provoke, which gently encourage children to notice the world around them, to ask questions and, where necessary, to challenge the status quo. Ages 5-7. 8 Books Members Price £55.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Inspired by our involvement with the Little Rebels Children's Book Award which celebrates children's books that "promote social justice and a more peaceful and fairer world". Like the award, this bookpack lifts an appreciation of children's literature out of the next best seller or sparkly series. Instead it takes quiet and patient stock of the books which nudge and provoke, which gently encourage children to notice the world around them, to ask questions and, where necessary, to challenge the status quo. Ages 7-11. 9 Books Members Price £58.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Inspired by our involvement with the Little Rebels Children's Book Award which celebrates children's books that "promote social justice and a more peaceful and fairer world". Like the award, this bookpack lifts an appreciation of children's literature out of the next best seller or sparkly series. Instead it takes quiet and patient stock of the books which nudge and provoke, which gently encourage children to notice the world around them, to ask questions and, where necessary, to challenge the status quo. Ages 5-11. 17 Books Members Price £113.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Make literacy an enriching global experience through Traditional Tales and Contemporary World Stories. Meet naughty little tricksters and bold, witty heroes from every continent. One of our most popular packs, now helpfully split into Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, with an option to buy both. 13 Books Members Price £80.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Make literacy an enriching global experience through Traditional Tales and Contemporary World Stories. Meet naughty little tricksters and bold, witty heroes from every continent. One of our most popular packs, now helpfully split into Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, with an option to buy both. 12 Books Members Price £84.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Make literacy an enriching global experience through Traditional Tales and Contemporary World Stories. Meet naughty little tricksters and bold, witty heroes from every continent. One of our most popular packs, this mini-library of beginner readers, chapter books and picture books makes these stories ideal for a range of different reading abilities- but with fiction this strong and characters this funny, we recommend reading them aloud! 25 Books Members Price £163.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

We want to offer you more than the run-of-the-mill, RE resource books. So instead, we try to bring you some of the more unusual and exciting faith stories available. A stunning little collection we think! 9 Books Members Price £68.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Books which empower children to develop as responsible individuals and as thoughtful members of their family and wider community. Equip children with the knowledge and skills they need through topics such as the environment, feelings, citizenship, family breakdown and challenging discrimination. 10 Books Members Price £70.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Books which empower children to develop as responsible individuals and as thoughtful members of their family and wider community. Equip children with the knowledge and skills they need through topics such as the environment, feelings, citizenship, family breakdown and challenging discrimination. 7 Books Members Price £49.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Books which empower children to develop as responsible individuals and as thoughtful members of their family and wider community. Equip children with the knowledge and skills they need through topics such as the environment, feelings, citizenship, family breakdown and challenging discrimination. 2 packs which can be bought together. 17 Books Members Price £118.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A sensitive, empowering and sophisticated anti-bullying pack addressing bullying in all its forms. Includes: the impact of emotional bullying; anti-bullying strategies; exclusion amongst friendship groups; the perspectives of both bullies and the bullied. 6 Books Members Price £43.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A sensitive, empowering and sophisticated anti-bullying pack addressing bullying in all its forms. Includes: the impact of emotional bullying; anti-bullying strategies; exclusion amongst friendship groups; the perspectives of both bullies and the bullied. 5 Books Members Price £33.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A sensitive, empowering and sophisticated anti-bullying pack addressing bullying in all its forms. Includes: the impact of emotional bullying; anti-bullying strategies; exclusion amongst friendship groups; the perspectives of both bullies and the bullied. 11 Books Members Price £75.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Moving and affirmative narratives of new arrivals, refugees and migrants, with a strong focus on the UK. A clever combination of real life stories and imaginative fiction which challenge preconceptions and give an understanding of what it is like to start over in a new country. 10 Books Members Price £76.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Moving and affirmative narratives of new arrivals, refugees and migrants, with a strong focus on the UK. A clever combination of real life stories and imaginative fiction which challenge preconceptions and give an understanding of what it is like to start over in a new country. 11 Books Members Price £79.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Moving and affirmative narratives of new arrivals, refugees and migrants, with a strong focus on the UK. A clever combination of real life stories and imaginative fiction which challenge preconceptions and give an understanding of what it is like to start over in a new country. 21 Books Members Price £155.00 ***USUALLY £181.79, SAVING £26.79*** **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

A specially curated collection of non-fiction anthologies, fictionalised biographies, picture books and short stories to suit a wide range of reading abilities and interests. Goes beyond narratives of suffrage to introduce children to both contemporary and historical female icons, including pilots, physicians and protesters. There is even the odd bandit...! While international in breadth, we always aim to have a good range of home grown inspiration. In amongst the dizzying array of Amazing/Brilliant/Fearsome Women collections out there, our reviewers aim to bring you the most original, high quality and recently published books- and those voted as having the most appeal to young people. Includes anthologies which deliver cross-curricular, treasure troves of information easily exploited in the classroom. 11 books **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable** MEMBERS PRICE £90.00 FULL RETAIL PRICE £104.89 (SAVING £14.89)

Since 2003, we have been producing a Black History book pack for our schools. Now on our 27th version, this collection is reviewed regularly to keep it relevant and to ensure it is packed with the most recent books available. This collection includes biographies of both historical and contemporary icons, as well as accounts of the anti-slavery, civil rights and anti-racist movements in the UK, North America and beyond. You'll find a range of formats to suit all types of readers: single title biographies as well as biography anthologies to dip in and out of; longer read historical fiction; hardback resources; picture books; chapter books. We strive for a good gender balance in this pack and we work very, very, hard, often against the odds, to include as much Black British History as possible (the current collection includes accounts of the Windrush; the UK's participation in the slave trade; Black presences/communities in Tudor & Roman Britain as well as historical/contemporary UK Black icons). 20 Books Full Price £169.80 (Members Price £145.00) **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

Positive representations through fabulous stories. Including first chapter books and more sophisticated narratives. Many have been tested by the young members of our review team. Some easily recognisable authors, but we also pride ourselves on introducing you to bright new talents and the less well known. For less confident or reluctant readers, we have a section for Reluctant Readers. For a detailed decsription of each book, do visit our Chapter Books section. 12 Books Members Price £75.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

We tend to stick to the early years and primary age ranges here at letterbox Library...but we have been unable to resist the exciting developments within teen and Young Adult literature this last few years. So, we’re breaking with tradition, to bring you an ever-changing collection of some of the most riveting, thought-provoking and entertaining secondary reads we’ve seen! For a detailed decsription of each book, do visit our Chapter Books section. 15 Books Members Price £97.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**

The 2018 Reflecting Realities report by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE) found that, of the children's books published in 2017: only 4% included BAME (black, Asian and minority ethnic) characters; only 1% had a BAME protagonist. And yet, 32.1% of pupils of compulsory school age in England are BAME (DfE, 2017). There have now been 6 years of research. You can view each of the annual Reflecting Realities reports on the CLPE website. Inspired by our work on the CLPE Reflecting Realities Steering Group, this book pack brings you the best in contemporary books which offer accurate and well developed characterisations of people of colour, especially protagonists of colour. In order to keep the selected books relevant and relatable to your pupils, we will be constantly updating them alongside our colleagues at the CLPE. Please note that we therefore cannot provide you with a list of the books included in the pack. (In the unlikely event we send you titles you already have, we will of course substitute these). This book pack was last updated November 2023. 26 Books Price includes 20% discount FULL RETAIL PRICE £212.74 (SAVING £40.54) **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable** For more information on the CLPE's Reflecting realities Report click here.

Voted Children's Publisher of the Year (Independent Publishing Awards 2007), Barrington Stoke have a decade of experience in publishing books for the dyslexic, struggling, disenchanted and reluctant reader. Here are some of our reviewer's favourites. 10 Books Members Price £64.00 **Suitable substitutions will be made if any title becomes unavailable**