Over the spring term, the children in Puffer Fish and Turtle Class are going to read each of these exciting, new picture books. They will read, explore and review the four shortlisted books. Finally, along with all of the Year 1 pupils in Hampshire schools, they will vote for their favourite.

Over the Spring Term, during their library time, pupils in Kangaroo and Koala class are going to read each of these beautiful, new information books.

Together we will explore the non-chronological texts and evaluate the information presented in a variety of styles. We will aim to develop the pupils’ confidence in using information texts and celebrate the value of non-fiction books in an electronic age.

After the half-term holiday, each pupil will vote for their favourite title. These votes will be submitted to the School Library Service, along with those from Year 4 pupils throughout Hampshire. The winning author and illustrator will be announced on Tuesday 25th March 2025.