A gripping story of courage and survival.  This thrilling naval adventure is inspired by the incredible history of the Second World War Arctic convoys.  Teenagers, Francis, Joseph and Stephen are Navy recruits on their first sea mission where they face huge challenges.  

Joy and heartbreak combine in this bittersweet  tale of a champion greyhound's journey through life...- and from owner to owner.  As an animal lover (especially dogs) this book reminded me of the important and beautiful relationship between a dog and its owner.  

A boy.  A wolf.  The legend lives on.  Viper's daughter plunges you back into the Stone Age world of Torak, Renn and Wolf: a world of demons, Hidden People  and exhilarating adventures.  

Crater Lake is a fast-paced, high action read book full of suspense, scares, twists and turns.   It is about a group of students going on a school trip where everything goes terribly wrong.  Can Lance and his friends save the world from an alien invasion?

Blood.  Fire.  Vengeance. 

Set in Viking times, a boy goes through all kinds of trials to accomplish a personal quest.  This engaging adventure offers a great opportunity to learn about Vikings: it describes some intriguing insights into the history of this period whilst being an entertaining and action-packed story in its own right. 

This award-winning book will take you on a magical trip to the Arctic, where an unlikely bond grows.  April is determined to save her new friend, and so begins the most important journey of her life.  A heart-warming tale, with beautiful illustrations. 

Travel to the furthest reaches of the Universe and visit 100 remarkable objects along the way.  From planets and asteroids to black holes and galaxies, this book will uncover the secrets of the Universe.  What will you discover?  

When Lucy hears noises in the walls of home, she tries to warn her family that the wolves are coming.  However, they do not heed her warnings - until it is too late.  The Wolves in the Walls combines an intriguing narrative with dramatic and original illustrations that will engage all ages.  The express artwork reflects the family's fear and panic as they flee from their home and the text dances erratically across each page, adding to the tension. 

This powerful short story is heart-warming and moving story about the power of music, nature and friendship.  After a devastating accident, a special new friendship helps talented musician Annie heal and discover her love of music through the joyous song of a blackbird nesting near her home.  

After reading and enjoying Varjak Paw together last term, I know that everyone in Year 5 will love this book!  This is another thrilling adventure, in which Varjak is relied upon to be a hero...again.  Having saved the city cats from a fate worse than death, Vajak Paw finds himself the elected and popular leader of a new gang  - a gang that supports freedom and kindness for all.  But will the pressure take its toll on this brave yet sometimes naive cat?

After reading the first Chapter, I could not wait to read on, and this action-packed story did not disappoint.  This is the first in a series of the ROARsome Dragon Realm series, which I will definitely be reading. 

Orphans of the Tide is a magnificent adventure full of peril, twists and thrilling 'cat-and-mouse' chases.  This maritime fantasy revolves around a mysterious boy accused of being a vengeful god and a fearless young inventor, who is the only one to believe him innocent.  This award-winning book is described as a must-read for anyone who fancies being whisked away on a journey as stormy as the seas surrounding the City.  It was so good, I had to read it twice!

This is the story about how one ordinary nine-year-old child and three classmates are full of empathy for Ahmet, a new boy that comes to their school as a refugee from Syria (he is the boy at the back of the class).  Through their sensitivity, curiosity, ingenuity and bravery, they make a massive impact on Ahmet's life.  There is a lovely lack of stereotyping on gender and backstory for the narrator, which adds to the message of not judging people before you know them.  

This is a moving story and one of my favourite books written by Michael Morpurgo: a story of courage, love and hope.  In this touching story friendship triumphs despite characters suffering the injustices of war, at home and away.  The story is told through three different viewpoints; Grandpa, Matt and Aman (Matt's friend).  Can Matt and his Grandpa save Aman?

Are you ready for an adventure?  Join the Brightstorm twins on their epic journey in their quest to reach the South Polaris. These brave siblings are tricked by villainous fiends and helped by those perceived as foes.  Once you start reading, you won't want to stop...