The Giant Print Library Books suggested for reading age 7+
October 2012
Any UK member of our library service may borrow up to a maximum of 6 books per service for a 3 month loan period.
Most of the books have been produced by the National Blind Children's Society and are in 24 point type with identical covers to the ordinary print versions of the books.
Please be aware that due to their size, many of the books are split into two or more volumes, and these will have the same covers.
For details on borrowing any of the titles listed or for further information regarding the Giant Print collection please contact Liz Farrell or Hazel Sharrock, Children's Librarians at RNIB National Library Service on 0161 429 1975.
Titles suggested for reading age 7+
100 best poems for children. Chosen by children; edited by Roger McGough. 1v. 2002.
(Non-fiction- poetry)
From hundreds of poems originally chosen by children from schools around the UK, Roger McGough has compiled this collection of contemporary and classic poems.
Aesop.
Aesop's fables. Translated by V.S. Vernon Jones. 1994. 1v.
Aesop's collection of fables has always been popular with children. Stories include: 'the fox and the grapes', 'the dog in the Manger' and 'the wolf in sheep's clothing' among many others.
Ahlberg, Janet.
It was a dark and stormy night. 1994. 1v.
Antonio, a small boy who has been kidnapped by the Brigands, passes a dark and stormy night in their cave weaving for them incredible stories of their own exploits and through this actually solves his own problem of how to escape.
Andersen, Hans Christian.
Tales from Hans Christian Andersen. 2005.
Here is a wonderful toy-box overflowing with sparkling new translations of Hans Christian Andersen stories.
Andreae, Giles.
Billy Bonkers. 2006.1v.
Mad stuff happens with Billy Bonkers. Life is never boring with Billy - it's Bonkers. Three hilarious stories in one.
Andreae, Giles.
Princess Pearl. 2005. 1v.
Princess Pearl lives with her mother and father, the king and queen of the ocean, in a magnificent palace beneath the sea. Pearl's parents want her to marry a prince, but her heart is set on Charis, the servant boy.
Arena, Felice.
Secret agent heroes. 2004. 1v.
From the 'Boyz rule!' series. Nick and Matt become secret agents and uncover a real-life drama in their mission to attack Zit Face and his familiar female friend.
Baxter, Nicola
The first little fairy. 1998. 1v.
This collection contains twelve stories. In each story there are new friends to meet and fun to share.
Beano Annual.
Comic book.
Bearn, Emily
A circus adventure - Tum Tum and Nutmeg. 2010. 1v.
Tumtum and Nutmeg once again find themselves in a fantastic adventure. Along with their old friend General Marchmouse and the two children, Arthur and Lucy, the Nutmouses will find themselves at the circus.
Bentley, Sue
Star dreams. 2006. 1v.
Part of the Magic Kitten series. Jemma really really wants to win the dance audition to win a place at A-One stage school. She doesn't see how she can, but suddenly when a tiny tabby kitten with crackling whiskers turns up, it all seems possible.
Bentley, Sue
A very special friend. 2008. 1v.
Part of the Magic Kitten series. A tiny kitten twinkling with magic. But he needs a purrfect friend!
Bentley, Sue
Seaside mystery. 2007. 1v.
Part of the Magic Kitten series. When Maisie moves to the seaside with her mum and dad she feels desperately lonely. Then one day on the beach, Maisie finds a tiny tabby kitten, and suddenly a magical summer looks to be on the horizon.
Birney, Betty G.
Adventure according to Humphrey. 2008. 1v.
A special publication for World Book Day 2008 in which Humphrey comes face to face with a pirate!
Birney, Betty G.
The world according to Humphrey. 2004. 1v.
Book 1 in the According to Humphrey series. You can learn a lot about life by observing another species. That's what Humphrey was told when he was bought as a classroom pet for Room 26. And it's definitely true!
Birney, Betty G.
Friendship according to Humphrey. 2005. 1v.
Book 2 in the According to Humphrey series.
Birney, Betty G.
Trouble according to Humphrey. 2007. 1v.
Book 3 in the According to Humphrey series.
Blade, Adam.
Ferno : the fire dragon. 2007. 1v.
Book 1 of the Beast quest series. An evil wizard has enchanted the magical beasts of Avantia - only a true hero can free the beasts. Is Tom the hero Avantia has been waiting for?
Blade, Adam
Sepron : the sea serpent. 2007. 1v.
Book 2 of the Beast Quest series.
Blade, Adam
Cypher: the mountain giant. 2007. 1v.
Book 3 of the Beast Quest series.
Blade, Adam.
Sephir: the storm monster. 2009. 1v.
Once a generation, a battle takes place for the Book of Worlds. The Book contains all the secrets of Avantia, and must never fall
into the hands of evil Wizard Malvel. Tom takes up the challenge, but Malvel doesn't play fair...!
Blume, Judy.
Freckle juice. 1971. 1v.
Andrew decides that if he were covered in freckles like his classmate, Nicky, no one would notice whether he had washed his face or behind his ears.
Blyton, Enid
Best stories for eight-year-olds. This edition published 1997. 1v.
This is a collection of stories for eight-year-olds. Meet the Grandpa clock that catches a burglar, the Christmas tree that transforms a poor family's holiday, and Eppie, the lazy shepherd boy who learns about honour and love.
Blyton, Enid.
The enchanted wood. 1939. 2v.
Book 1 of The Faraway Tree series. Jo, Bessie and Fanny move to a new home with an Enchanted Wood on their doorstep. Join them as they discover which new land is at the top of the Faraway Tree.
Blyton, Enid.
The magic faraway tree. 1943. 1v.
Book 2 of the Faraway Tree series. When Cousin Dick comes to stay with Jo, Bessie and Fanny he is expecting to find life dull after living in London. But he soon becomes excited when the children tell him about the enchanted wood and their adventures in the strange lands at the top of the faraway tree.
Blyton, Enid.
The folk of the faraway tree. 1946. 1v.
Book 3 of the Faraway Tree series. Jo, Bessie and Fanny have a visit from snooty friend Connie. Connie won't believe in the faraway tree and the magical people who live there - Moon-Face, Silky the fairy and the Saucepan Man. So together the children climb the tree, and visit some of the lands at the top of it, like the Land of Secrets and the Land of Treats…
Blyton, Enid
Go ahead Secret Seven. 1969. 1v.
Part of the Secret Seven series. When a sinister-looking man gets George in trouble with the police, the Secret Seven are outraged! Spying on him, the gang are certain he's bad news, but what exactly is he up to? They need to investigate, and solve the mystery, once and for all.
Blyton, Enid
Good old Secret Seven. 1960. 1v.
Part of the Secret Seven series. The secret seven are Peter, Janet, Pam, Barbara, Jack, Colin, George and Scamper the spaniel - and they're ready to solve any mystery. In this episode, there are strange happenings at TorlingCastle. Who is lurking in the ruined tower, and why have the resident jackdaws been disturbed?
Blyton, Enid
Mr Galliano's Circus. 1972. 1v.
Jimmy said he wished he lived in a caravan, when the circus came to town with its horses, monkeys and an elephant. He loves animals and soon makes friends with them and the circus folks.
Blyton, Enid
The Mr Meddle stories. 1940-1954. 2v.
Mr Meddle is a very cheerful pixie who just can't stop making muddles! In this bumper volume, three collections of your favourite Mr Meddle stories have been combined to create a fantastic fun-filled read.
Blyton, Enid.
The naughtiest girl in the school. 1940. 1v.
Book 1 of the Naughtiest Girl series. Elizabeth Allen is spoilt and selfish. When she is sent away to boarding school she makes up her mind to be the naughtiest girl in the school.
Blyton, Enid.
The naughtiest girl again. 1942. 2v.
Book 2 of the Naughtiest Girl series. The naughtiest girl in the school is back! And this term she is trying to be good. But someone wants to spoil things for her and they are not going to let her forget how she got her nickname!
Blyton, Enid
The naughtiest girl is a monitor. 1945. 1v.
Book 3 of the Naughtiest Girl series. When Elizabeth Allen is chosen to be a school monitor, she's delighted. But she soon finds out what a responsible job it is. The harder she tries, the worse she behaves! Will the naughtiest girl in the school ever learn to be good?
Blyton, Enid
The Secret Seven. 1948. 1v.
Part of the Secret Seven series. It's their very first adventure and the Secret Seven super-sleuths are already on the trail of a mystery! .
Blyton, Enid
Secret Seven adventure. 1950. 1v.
Part of the Secret Seven series. A priceless pearl necklace has been stolen and the Secret Seven have witnessed the thief making his escape. The question is, where has he hidden the necklace?
Blyton, Enid
Tower in Ho-ho Wood and other stories. 1989. 1v.
A collection of short stories from Enid Blyton.
Bond, Michael.
Paddington and the Christmas surprise. 2008. 1v.
Paddington Bear knows just what he wants for Christmas and is anxious to make sure Santa Claus knows too.
Bradman, Tony.
Robin Hood and the silver arrow. 2004. 1v.
These are tales that every aspiring adventurer will want to read, from Robin outwitting the evil sheriff and William Tell's astounding shot that pierced an apple at one hundred yards.
Bradman, Tony.
Smile, please! 1987. 1v. (Non-fiction -Poetry)
This collection of poems about getting up in the morning, going to school, games, families, holidays reflects the feelings of young children.
Bradman, Tony.
Tom's dragon trouble. 2007. 1v.
Lady Eleanor hates dragons - they're so messy! - so Tom has to keep his pet one hidden away, but the little dragon turns out to be an unlikely saviour when the King comes to stay.
Brisley, Joyce Lankester.
Milly-Molly-Mandy again. 1948. 1v.
Part of the Milly-Molly-Mandy series.
These are the enchanting and classic adventures of a little country girl.
Brisley, Joyce Lankester.
Milly-Molly-Mandy stories. 1960. 1v.
Part of the Milly-Molly-Mandy series.
Milly-Molly-Mandy and her friends Susan and Billy Blunt live in a little village in the heart of the English countryside. They do all the sorts of things that country children enjoy - like blackberrying gardening and going to the village fete.
Brown, Jeff
Flat Stanley. 1964. 1v.
Stanley is just a normal healthy boy, but since a large notice-board fell on him, he s been only half an inch thick. But it's not always easy being different, and Stanley wishes he could be just like everybody else again. But how will he ever fill out?
Brown, Jeff
Flat Stanley: Japanese ninja surprise. 2011. 1v.
Flat Stanley mails himself to Japan to visit his hero, the martial arts movie star Oda Nobu. Soon, Flat Stanley becomes Nobu's personal ninja.
Brown, Judy
Portia. 2006. 1v.
Book 1 of the Pirate Princess series.
Portia is a reluctant princess, horrified by her father's idea of marrying her off to a boring prince. So she sells the family jewels, buys a ship and escapes to sea - with her ladies-in-waiting as crew.
Brown, Judy
Pandora. 2006. 1v.
Book 2 of the Pirate Princess series. Portia, the Pirate Princess, and her crew of ladies-in-waiting are back to rescue another princess from a dull and boring marriage! This time it's Princess Pandora who needs their help. She's being forced to marry wimpy Prince Norman of Moronia and is trapped in a tower to stop her running away…
Brown, Judy
Pancake. 2007. 1v.
Book 3 of the Pirate Princess series. Princess Pancake and Prince Ivor getting married? It's a recipe for disaster! Luckily Portia and her shipmates are quick to sail to the rescue!
Butterworth, Annette.
Jake. 1996. 1v.
Jake loves to chase ducks, play with dirty washing, and eat chocolate eggs. He dreams of going to Crufts, the biggest dog show in the world, but he knows he'll never get there. But Jake is a very special dog - he's the best friend you could ever have - and sometimes even a dog's dream can come true.
Carpenter, Humphrey.
Mr Majeika and the ghost train. 1995. 1v.
Part of the Mr Majeika series. When Class Three and Mr Majeika get on board a Ghost Train they are in for a surprise. Real ghosts appear and the wicked Wilhelmina Worlock isn't far away. But Jody comes to the rescue...with a dragon to help her.
Carpenter, Humphrey.
Mr Majeika and the school play. 1991. 1v.
Part of the Mr Majeika series. Hamish Bigmore is more unbearable than ever after an unexpected starring role in an Australian television soap. The school play becomes a bit too realistic when a genuine giant thunders on the stage…
Chase, Max.
Alien attack. 2012. 1v.
Peri is a 1st-year student at the IntergalacticForceAcademy & has been selected for a rare unsupervised exercise in space, paired with Diesel, a half-Martian from the Academy.
Child, Lauren.
Utterly me, Clarice Bean. 2003. 1v.
Clarice's extraordinarily ordinary family is under pressure. Meanwhile, Mrs Wilburton, the school teacher, insists that Clarice sets a book project "which sounds utterly dreary", until, that is, Miss Bean realises there is a prize.
Cole, Stephen.
Riddle of the raptors. 2005. 1v.
In this first adventure, the herbivore astrosaurs have to face a fearsome enemy - a band of greedy carnivorous
raptors who have kidnapped two athlete dinosaurs from under Tegg's nose.
Cope, Andrew.
Spy pups. 2010. 1v.
The Spy Pups must embark on an exciting new adventure - join the circus and catch the robbers!
Cross, Gillian.
Rent-a-genius. 1993. 1v.
Sophy isn't going to waste any more advice on her ungrateful family - there must be some people out there who really need a genius to help them. For only fifty pence, Sophy will tackle any problem: from bossy grandmothers to disappearing tomatoes.
Cross, Gillian.
The Roman beanfeast. 1997. 1v.
Davey's class is doing a project on the Romans. The best piece of work will get a prize at the Roman feast on the last day of term, and Davey is determined to win. But so is Molly - and she'll go to any lengths to beat him. Davey has to make something really special. But what?
Crossley-Holland, Kevin
Storm. 1985. 1v.
Annie lives with her elderly parents in a remote cottage. She knows the secrets of the great marsh. She's even heard about its ghosts. Then, on a terrible night, with the phone lines down, Willa, Annie's sister, goes into labour. Annie is terrified of the ghost, but knows she must brave the storm to fetch help. As she ventures into the night for help, not even she knows what to expect.
Dahl, Roald.
The enormous crocodile. 2000. 1v.
This crocodile has an enormous appetite and boasts that he is going to eat a nice juicy child for lunch. Fortunately for the children, the other animals in the jungle see through the crocodile's cunning disguises.
Dahl, Roald.
Esio trot. 1991. 1v.
Mr Hoppy, a retired bachelor, harbours a secret passion for the attractive widow Mrs Silver. She, however, lavishes all her attention on another - Alfie, her pet tortoise…
Dahl, Roald.
Fantastic Mr Fox. 1970. 1v.
Boggos, Bunce and Bean, three farmers, were lying in wait outside Mr Fox's hole, each one determined to shoot, starve or dig out Mr Fox even if it took them forever. But Mr Fox's wife was right when she told the children, 'Your father is a fantastic fox! He has quite enough brains to fox much cleverer farmers than Boggis, Bunce and Bean!'.
Dahl, Roald.
George's marvellous medicine. 1981. 1v.
George's grandmother has the nastiest eating habits in the world. She's as frightening as a witch and as grumpy as a camel without a hump. When he can't stand this cantankerous old woman any longer, George decides to cure her nastiness once and for all and concocts a very nasty medicine…
Dahl, Roald
The giraffe and the pelly and me. 1985. 1v.
Billy is surprised when a giraffe, a pelican and a monkey move into the queer old wooden house that used to be a sweet shop. The giraffe is concerned because they need work for their Ladderless Window-Cleaning Company. The next thing you know they are cleaning the windows of Hampshire House, home of the Duke of Hampshire and the pelican is catching a burglar.
Dahl, Roald.
James and the giant peach. 1961. 1v.
James is a poor orphan who lives with his two grotesque spinster aunts. When a giant peach grows in their back garden, James escapes inside it. The peach rolls away from his unhappy home and James is released into an exciting new life of adventure.