We know how big the step of preparing to start primary school for the first time can feel to some children, and to help preschoolers to prepare for their journey to Reception, we’ve also put together a list of children’s books about starting school. I can also add PowerPoint talks on subjects such as how a simple doodle developed into a book and then an animated TV series, how to create your own characters, and the hidden links between drawing and writing.”

The Miles Morales graphic novels featuring a Marvel Spiderman-style superhero in New York are also popular with children aged 9-12. Which other booklists for EYFS are available? Not all superhero fans are there for heroic stunts and fast-paced action. Some children will respond best to gently empowering stories that encourage quieter children to harness their inner superhero qualities. Max by Bob Graham is an uplifting tale about doing good things, written by an award-winning author. Max is the son of superhero parents and there is a lot of pressure on him to live up to family expectations. But Max discovers in time the true value of being a small hero doing everyday good deeds.Guidance: Recommended Superhero Books for Children What are the best superhero-themed books for schools and classrooms?

I just wanted to say a massive thank you for your time and effort today! The new book went down a storm!” I would like to thank you very much for your visit during our reading week. This was our first visit from an author and illustrator, and the children were enthused and excited by your vibrant books, presentation, and activities. Our popular 50 Recommended Read booklists are available for each primary year group, including Best Books for Preschool and Best Books for Reception.We had a celebration assembly this morning with parents and they all commented on how much the children loved the day. Thank you very much for visiting our school and giving the children such a fab day - there was a real buzz surrounding your visit and we sold lots of books too!! To make World Book day a really special memory for the children of Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Primary School we decided to invite a well-known author to our school. From the start we found Mike Brownlow to be friendly, flexible and keen to create the right day for the children.

A week on and the children are still talking, drawing and writing about the brilliant time they had! We all had a fantastic day thanks to Mike Brownlow. Another recommendation for a gently encouraging hero story is A Superpower Like Mine, by Dr Ranj. The story promotes real ‘superpowers’ like kindness, bravery, creativity and patience. We really enjoyed this empowering and inclusive picturebook about seeing the best in others and yourself. Which superhero stories are best for children in Key Stage 1 (ages 5-7)? I live in Somerset but I’m happy to travel to most places as long as transport costs are met, plus any overnight expenses should they be necessary.The book sale was very popular! For the older pupils the drawing workshop and the presentation about your own inspirations certainly helped to inspire them and put it in to a real life context for them – great!