Mrs Killinger’s favourite book is ‘The Secret Garden’ by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Mrs Killinger says, “The Secret Garden is an innocent, simple but effective story about how a little girl’s discovery of an abandoned garden leads to a profound change in her life and that of those around her.”

Miss Brotherick’s favourite children’s book is ‘Marvin Wanted More’ by Joseph Theobold. It is a lovely story about a sheep who just wanted to get bigger. He did everything he could to make this happen until he realised he was all alone and he needed his friend Molly.

Miss Hodson favourite children’s book is ‘Wild’ by Emily Hughes. This is an excellent book about a little girl who was born in the wild and where animals have taught her to eat, speak and play; she is completely wild! This is until she meets another animal that looks just like her. This book has beautiful art work and is totally unique in its own way.

Mrs Brotherton’s favourite book is ‘Rabbit and Bear’ by Julian Gough and Jim field. It is full of humour and friendship. A bear wakes up early from hibernation and meets a rabbit. At first they do not get on very well and compete against each other but when a hungry wolf is on the prowl Rabbit realises he needs Bear. This is a great first chapter book to read as it has simple language but is a longer read.

Mr Dinsley’s favourite book is ‘Wonder’ by R. J. Palacio. It tells the story of a young boy named August who has significant disabilities and focuses on the many barriers he has had to face in his life. The story starts as he begins going to school and looks at the challenges he faces along his journey. It’s such an uplifting story which does take you on a rollercoaster of emotions along the way. One big piece of advice – read the book before you watch the film!

Fran is our Trust’s Marketing and Communications Coordinator. Her favourite book is ‘The Very First You’ by Scott Stuart. This story is inspiring and poetic. It’s about recognising and celebrating your uniqueness and all the things that make you, you! Your heart, your brain, your smile, your laughter, your tears. It’s a beautiful story teaching you to embrace who you are!