Books are the perfect addition to any summer activity! From favourite characters like Bluey and Peppa Pig to fun stories about unicorns and dragons, we have something for every little reader aged 0 to 7 to enjoy over the summer holiday.
Bluey and her family are on holiday, so they’re making the most of spending time by the pool. And that means it’s time for swim school! Bluey is the teacher, but her students keep mucking around and dobbing (snitching) on each other. So, she establishes a new rule: no dobbing! Unless they are doing something dangerous. The family finally work together but then a new swim instructor shows up… Bluey fans will love this fun story from the hit TV series.
Recommended reading age: 3-7 years old
Who hasn’t dreamed of stumbling across some long-forgotten buried treasure? And that’s exactly what Peppa’s friend Molly Mole finds one day whilst she’s digging. But who does the treasure belong to? It’s up to Peppa Pig and her friends to figure out who it belongs to and where it’s come from. Little piglets will love lifting the flaps throughout this book as they help uncover the mystery of the buried treasure.
Recommended reading age: 0-5 years old
After reading about all sorts of different mythical creatures, Duggee and the Squirrels are now on a mission to earn their dragon badges! On their journey, the gang meet a whole host of different creatures from Medusa to a mermaid. But will they ever find a dragon?
Recommended reading age: 2-6 years old
In What to Look for in Summer , young readers can learn all about the different plants and animals that you can spot in the UK during the warmer months. From white-tailed bumblebees that can be found in lowland meadows to butterfish that appear in rock pools at low tide, there is so much wildlife to discover and enjoy during the summer.
Recommended reading age: 7+ years old
Who doesn’t want to be a magical unicorn? It’s always been a dream of Peppa’s and when a rainbow comes out one day whilst she and her friends are playing, Peppa makes her wish! Peppa really wants to tell her family what she has wished for, but Suzy Sheep said if you tell anyone your wish it will never happen. So, Peppa only tells her teddy. But Mummy Pig was listening and thinks she can help make it come true…
Recommended reading age: 2-6 years old
A great book to have on those rainy summer days, little readers can make up their own stories and earn badges with this magnet Hey Duggee book. Duggee and the Squirrels go on lots of adventures to the beach and under the sea but what they see and do is up to you!
Recommended reading age: 2-6 years old
Bluey and her family are enjoying a fun day at the beach. Mum decides to go on a walk by herself along the beach. But whilst she’s gone, Bluey discovers a beautiful shell that she just has to show her. Bluey runs along the beach to catch up with her mum, but what does she encounter on her solo adventure?
Recommended reading age: 2-5 years old
Looking for an audiobook to listen to together this summer? Then the Ladybird Audio Adventures series is perfect! In Cities Around the World , fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy are exploring some of the top capital cities around the world. You’ll get to visit London, Paris, Beijing, Tokyo and Delhi all from the comfort of your own home.
Recommended listening age: 4-7 years old
For children looking to take a deeper dive into what lies beneath our oceans, this stunningly illustrated book by Ben Rothery is perfect. From our coasts to the deep sea, kids will learn about all the amazing creatures that call the water – that covers 71% of our planet – home.
Recommended reading age: 4-8 years old
Duggee and the Squirrels are enjoying the outdoors when they stumble across a baby unicorn. She’s lost her daddy and can’t find him anywhere! So, the selfless Squirrels and Duggee offer to help her look for him. They look for him near a waterfall, up in the sky, and even down a rainbow. Will they ever reunite baby unicorn with her daddy?
Recommended reading age: 2-6 years old
New and hardcore Bluey fans will love learning about all the different characters in the hit TV series with this adorable selection of stories. From the smart and kind Chloe (who is also Bluey’s best friend!) to the Heelers’ adventurous next-door neighbour Lucky, little readers will love all the fun facts this little library contains.
Recommended reading age: 3-7 years old
If your little one is a fan of dragons, they’ll enjoy this pop-up book from the Peppa Pig series. Peppa and her brother George are going on an adventure to discover lots of different dragons whilst visiting the countryside with their grandparents. But how many will they spot?
Recommended reading age: 2-4 years old
For kids wanting to look towards the skies this summer, An Adventurer’s Guide to Outer Space deserves a place on their bookshelf. Astronaut Mia is heading into space and she’s keen to take fellow adventurers with her. Readers will visit the Moon and the International Space Station, learn about dwarf planets and the Milky Way, and get to complete some fun space-themed activities.
Recommended reading age: 4-10 years old
It’s nearly bedtime but with erupting volcanoes and muddy puddles, how can Rumble’s mum expect him to go to sleep? He’s got ten minutes to go, so this little dinosaur is going to have one last adventure. But when he gets lost and it begins to rain, Rumble wonders how he’ll ever get home. This gentle story from the bestselling bedtime series is perfect for helping little ones wind down in the evening.
Recommended reading age: 2-4 years old
It’s bedtime but Bluey is finding it hard to fall asleep so Mum decides to read one last story to help her drift off. Unfortunately, cheeky Unicorse arrives, and his bad behaviour does the opposite of helping Bluey wind down. He’s so annoying and constantly interrupts Bluey and Chilli as they’re trying to read. Will the pair be able to ignore Unicorse? And will Bluey ever go to sleep?
Recommended reading age: 3-7 years old
Keep kids busy on quieter holiday days with this colouring book from the new Fun With Ladybird series. With 24 pages, each spread includes a summer holiday spread that little hands can colour in. From building sandcastles to splashing in the pool, this will provide top-tier on-the-go entertainment.
Recommended reading age: 3-5 years old
Flora and Nora are a pair of sea-loving cats off on an adventure to find some secret treasure. With Flora’s brilliant ideas and Nora’s organised toolbox, everything can only go swimmingly. But then the friends hit a storm and are separated! Will they ever be able to find each other again? This charming tale about friendship will be loved by the whole family.
Recommended reading age: 0-5 years old
We love a farm, and children can join Topsy and Tim on their visit with this tale from the iconic series by Jean and Gareth Adamson. The twins are visiting their local farm at the request of their mother. They gather some eggs, play with the ducklings, and hide from the geese. This gorgeous story is a great one to share and read together.
Recommended reading age: 3-6 years old
