Top-rated books by Annuals
Oor Wullie 1995 (Bi-Annual)
Age: 7-99
Books like Annuals’s
Award winning
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
Dennis & Gnasher: Little Menace’s Great Escape
Beano Studios, I.P. Daley, Beano, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story promoting curiosity and exploration.
Encourages resilience and innovative thinking in children.
Fun-filled escapades which foster reading engagement.
Perfect for encouraging parent-child shared reading moments.

Dennis & Gnasher: Little Menace’s Great Escape
Beano Studios, I.P. Daley, Beano, 2023
Beano Annual 2024
Beano Studios, DC Thomson, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Jam-packed with humor, engaging young readers instantly. - Encourages creative thinking through quirky stories. - Strengthens reading skills with varied language use. - A yearly favorite, sparking anticipation and joy.

Beano Annual 2024
Beano Studios, DC Thomson, 2023
Award winning
Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and mischievous adventures.
Encourages creative solutions to quirky problems.
Illustrates consequences of actions in a fun way.
Enhances vocabulary through lively and descriptive language.

Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.

Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Other Stories
Beatrix Potter, 2022
308 pages
Why to read
Classic tales foster imagination and moral lessons.
Engages children with captivating, mischievous characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Other Stories
Beatrix Potter, 2022
Award winning
That's Betty!
Gregory Bonsignore, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale ignites children's imagination and creativity.
Features strong, relatable female protagonist inspiring young readers.
Encourages problem-solving with engaging narrative challenges.
Perfect blend of humor and learning for young minds.

That's Betty!
Gregory Bonsignore, 2022
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.
