Diverse And Inclusive Books
Diverse children’s books are vitally important; every child should be able to see themselves, and their friends, in the books that they read. Diverse books encourage empathy and inclusion, and can teach us about people and events in history that are all too often forgotten. At Laburnum our collections are age-appropriate and offer children the chance to see different perspectives, validate their own lived experiences and embrace the similarities and differences of the lives of others. We have included the work of a variety of diverse authors and illustrators. Shop now with up to 50% discount and next day delivery
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Year 5 Recommended Reads Collection | 25 Books
The Year 5 Recommended Reads Collection brings together 25 carefully chosen titles to support children aged 9–10 as they develop confidence, stamina, and enjoyment in reading. Perfect for Upper KS2 classrooms, this pack includes a mix of chapter ...
Sick of It
Viv is sick of being a substitute, but will she change her mind when she gets on the pitch?
- ATOS Book Level : 0.9
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Stan the Stunt Snail
Stan wants to be a stunt star. Fliss says she can help him to do stunts, but Stella is not keen…
- ATOS Book Level : 1.1
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Karim’s Haircut
Henk has loads of Karim's stuff, but will Henk's dad let him get Karim's new haircut? Find out in this low-level phonics reading book. Part of Reading Stars Achieve Phonics
- ATOS Book Level : 1.5
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Pop Puffin
The fictional animal character “Puffin” wants to become a pop singer! But he needs to find a band to work alongside him… Other birds join in with the Puffin’s singing, but will it be a good show?
The Pop Puffin is a fun, yet engaging Early...
- ATOS Book Level : 1.5
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Rainbowsaurus
We're following a rainbow to find the Rainbowsaurus.
We're following a rainbow. Would you like to join us?
Join two dads and their three children as they set off on an adventure to find the Rainbowsaurus. On their way, they meet animals that are ...
- ATOS Book Level : 1.6
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Crunch and Munch in the Apple Orchard (Katie Woo and JoJo on the Go!)
JoJo and Katie Woo are spending a fall day at the apple orchard! The two friends are having a contest to see who will find the biggest, reddest apple. Along the way, they discover what happens to the apples that have fallen and started to rot. Do ...
- ATOS Book Level : 1.6
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Mystery of the Haunted Scarecrow (Katie Woo and Pedro Mysteries)
Pedro and Katie are visiting Pedro’s Aunt Carmen’s farm. A frowning scarecrow has the kids spooked. Shadows and creepy sounds have Katie convinced that old scarecrow is haunted. But could there be another explanation?
- ATOS Book Level : 1.6
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Super-Duper Supermoon Mystery (Katie Woo and Pedro Mysteries)
Katie and Pedro are enjoying a night of camping, but when it gets dark, Katie feels nervous. Her dad tells her that it won't be very dark for long. Why? It's a mystery that will be revealed with time. What other discoveries will Katie and Pedro make ...
- ATOS Book Level : 1.6
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Mystery Of The Snow Puppy
Katie’s new puppy, Koko, has run away, and now the white doggie is lost! Pedro and Katie pair up to investigate. They are hot on Koko’s trail, but some clues lead nowhere. Still the detectives won’t give up. After all, solving this mystery is ...
- ATOS Book Level : 1.8
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Max and Zoe at the Doctor’s
Dear Max,
I'm sorry you hurt yourself. Be Brave at the doctor's!
Your friend
Zoe
- ATOS Book Level : 1.9
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Peanut Butter and Jelly Mystery (Katie Woo and Pedro Mysteries)
Katie is looking forward to the peanut butter and jelly sandwich she has for lunch. But after break time, she discovers her sandwich is missing! As she searches for her sandwich, she wonders if one of her classmates is to blame. How will she solve ...
- ATOS Book Level : 1.9
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Katie Woo: The Tricky Tooth
Everyone in Katie Woo's class has lost a tooth, except her! She tries everything she can think of to make her wiggly tooth fall out, but nothing works. Will she ever lose her tricky tooth?
- ATOS Book Level : 2.0
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Katie Woo: Keep Dancing Katie
In this Katie Woo e-book, Katie's dance class has a new member. The new girl can spin faster and jump higher than Katie, and Katie is jealous. Readers can read the story on their own or follow along with the audio feature.
- ATOS Book Level : 2.0
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Rainbow Mystery
Katie’s dad has a special ring that shines like a rainbow. But he loses it while he, Katie and Pedro are enjoying a beautiful day outside. Pedro and Katie work together to search for the ring. They try collecting clues and observing their ...
- ATOS Book Level : 2.0
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
The Mystery Of The Stinky, Spooky Night
When Pedro and his dad walk Katie home on a foggy night, something smelly fills the air! With their noses working extra hard, the two friends have a mystery to solve: What is that making that stink, and why is it following them?
- ATOS Book Level : 2.0
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
AR Lower Years Diversity & Inclusion | 28 Books
This specially curated pack contains 28 diverse and inclusive fiction titles from the Accelerated Reader programme, thoughtfully selected to suit the Lower Years interest level. Each book has been chosen to reflect a wide range of voices, ...
- ATOS Book Level : 2.0
Flitter Flutter at the Butterfly House (Katie Woo and Jojo on the Go!)
Katie Woo and JoJo are thrilled to find out that butterflies flutter nearby even during the winter when they visit an indoor butterfly house. The two friends are surprised to discover the butterflies can fly freely around the visitors. What else will...
- ATOS Book Level : 2.0
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Nurse Kenji Rules!
The Woos' neighbor, Mr. Kenji, is training to be a nurse. He has a big test coming up, and Katie has offered to help him get ready. Hopefully Katie’s help will lead to a high score on the big test for Mr. Kenji.
- ATOS Book Level : 2.1
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Pirate Pedro
Arrrrr! It's Pirate Day at school. Pedro and his mateys have fun pretending to be pirates at school and home. But who will be captain of the ship? This dose of pirate fun comes with reader-support tools built to engage the young reader.
- ATOS Book Level : 2.1
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Splish Splash at the Water Park (Katie Woo and Jojo on the Go!)
Katie Woo and JoJo decide to spend a rainy day at an indoor water park! From the wave pool to tasty treats, there's lots to love about the Happy Times Water Park. But there's one thing that Katie isn't so sure about: the Super-Duper Slide. Will JoJo ...
- ATOS Book Level : 2.1
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Katie Woo: The Big Lie
Jake's new toy plane is missing. No one knows where it is, except Katie Woo. But Katie wants to keep the plane. What should she do?
- ATOS Book Level : 2.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Mr Patel Builds
Katie's class is learning about houses, and her classmate Peter's father, Mr. Patel, invites the class to see a new house he is building. The students learn the steps to building a house, and best of all, discover who the new homeowner is.
- ATOS Book Level : 2.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Yasmin The Singer
Yasmin is excited to attend a wedding party. But when the singing starts, Yasmin is too shy to join in. She finds a quiet spot to hide. So how does Yasmin suddenly find herself in the spotlight?
- ATOS Book Level : 2.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Birthday Party Mystery
It’s nearly Katie’s birthday, and she learns she will be getting a special present. She’s too excited to wait patiently for the gift to arrive, so she decides to investigate ahead of time. The clues might lead her to her present, but is it ...
- ATOS Book Level : 2.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
























