Kate Heap: Scope for Imagination

As 2025 draws to a close. I'd like to share my favourite books of this year. What a wonderful year of reading! It was so difficult to narrow my list down to just 25 books. Which books have inspired you this year? Follow the link to see my list: scopeforimagination.co.uk/2025/12/31/my-…

Set within the Grumpfort universe, Dragonflare is an epic treasure-adventure hunting story. Jamie makes it feel particularly fresh with its unique interactive element, which is a great blend of Cluedle & Murdle Jr. Out 7/5. Thanks @Usborne @FrithaL 🐉 checkemoutbooks.wordpress.com/2026/03/19/dra…

The poetry books for Years 3-4 & Years 5-6 in the Developing Reading Comprehension Skills series are full of engaging poems and a range of question types. These resources will make planning so much easier and provide inspiration for writing. scopeforimagination.co.uk/2021/11/17/dev…

Develop reading comprehension with engaging, high-quality texts packed full of vocab and the full range of questions. Perfect for SATs prep without the pressure of past papers. See some sample pages on the link below: scopeforimagination.co.uk/2021/11/17/dev…

@jacquiS21 Thanks Jacqui. It’s wiped me out. Hoping to get back to reading and less pressure this week.

@KateHeap1 That sounds like an awful lot to contend with, Kate. Hope you’re on the mend and feel much better soon x

Two weeks of laryngitis and a very sore throat, a Masters assignment to complete and staff recruitment as Chair of Governors has taken up all my time recently. I finally have some antibiotics and can get back to reading this week.

@erinlynhamilton @checkemoutbooks @Alibrarylady @jacquiS21 @BookSuperhero2 @smerchant13 @vonprice @karen_wallee @MrTs_NQTs @Misterbodd @MrsNCleveland @SlatteryMr @richreadalot @BarbaraEvaV @Valda_Varadinek @TeacherPaul1978 @PaulWat5 @ChrisSoulUK @MrEPrimary

Mammoth Rider by SJ Poyton is one of the stand out middle grade books of 2026. Overflowing with adventure, friendship and the power of nature, it's a must-read for animal lovers in Year 4+. @simonkids_UK scopeforimagination.co.uk/2026/03/17/mam…

@RumbleCoral Thanks. I whispered through two days of headteacher interviews last week but it was worth it to get the right person.

@KateHeap1 Laryngitis is so painful. Keep being kind to yourself as you get better.

Huge fun for chapter book readers, Marty Moose: The Great Stamp-ede by @misspowellpeeps is out now from @WalkerBooksUK 🥚 worldssmallestlibrary.wordpress.com/2026/03/17/mar…

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@Misterbodd @MrMillerlancs This is one of the reason I stepped back. My own children needed me.

One of the worst things about being a teacher and a parent. Spend the day being the most patient person on earth and then getting home and struggling to give your own kids the patience they deserve.

Don’t miss my @TeachPrimary article about Holly Webb’s fantastic WW1 mystery! @RocktheBoatNews

@jacquiS21 @erinlynhamilton @checkemoutbooks @Alibrarylady @BookSuperhero2 @smerchant13 @vonprice @karen_wallee @MrTs_NQTs @Misterbodd @MrsNCleveland @SlatteryMr @richreadalot @BarbaraEvaV @Valda_Varadinek @TeacherPaul1978 @PaulWat5 @ChrisSoulUK @MrEPrimary It is really lovely. At just 40 pages, it’s very accessible too.

@KateHeap1 @erinlynhamilton @checkemoutbooks @Alibrarylady @BookSuperhero2 @smerchant13 @vonprice @karen_wallee @MrTs_NQTs @Misterbodd @MrsNCleveland @SlatteryMr @richreadalot @BarbaraEvaV @Valda_Varadinek @TeacherPaul1978 @PaulWat5 @ChrisSoulUK @MrEPrimary This sounds lovely, Kate. You’re spot on with your comments on the inclusion of disabled characters in books x

It's my stop on the blog tour for the delightful new chapter book series, The Subject Society. Full of friendship, inclusion and fun, this is a wonderful read for age 6+. Sarah Surgey & Larisa Ivankovic @TinyTreeBooks scopeforimagination.co.uk/2026/03/12/the…

@checkemoutbooks @simonkids_UK @karen_wallee @jacquiS21 @RobCrossley4 @ChrisSoulUK This is one of my favourite graphic novel series!

My kids and I absolutely adore the Happy Hills series & the latest instalment, Cheesy Bob Strikes, is another grate read 🧀 Bright, zany & as unpredictable as ever, you’ll be laughing loads & want to try the magic tricks. Out now for 7+ checkemoutbooks.wordpress.com/2026/03/10/hap…

Travel back in time and find out how the Girl Guides helped the UK and other Allied Powers win WW1, with Holly Webb’s historical adventure, A Girl’s Guide to Spying. This free PDF from @kateheap1 contains cross-curricular KS2 ideas based on the book... teachwire.net/teaching-resou…

Publishing 10/9, The Great Cake Caper is book 1 in the Cinnamon Crumb Baking Detective series & is a deliciously delightful read - just have cake on hand as you read! @Usborne kandobonkersaboutbooks.blogspot.com/2026/03/cinnam…