Differing Text Types

Reading a range of text types is a brilliant way to extend vocabulary, develop knowledge of story conventions and predict what comes next, building confidence and improving comprehension for newly fluent readers. These collections of recommended books for children in Years 1 & 2 (5–7 year olds) offer a range of picture books, chapter books, fairy tales with a twist, non-fiction and poetry. Our super-popular collection, Diversity and Inclusion in Picture Books for KS1, offers children a chance to see different perspectives and embrace the similarities and differences of their lives and others. These tempting book collections are ideal for encouraging reading for pleasure and punch above their weight in primary school classrooms.