Scholastic UK
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Publisher & distributor of great children's books.
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Great to see two of our brilliant books featured in @thetimes.com' round up of the best kids books inspired by Greek myths! Thank you @nicolettejones.bsky.social!
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January 27, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Great to see two of our brilliant books featured in @thetimes.com' round up of the best kids books inspired by Greek myths! Thank you @nicolettejones.bsky.social!
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#VickiPsariasBroadbent
#Hercules
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Just finished Murder at the Ivy Hotel by Emily Hourican. Loved it. Full of suspense and intrigue this is a page-turning whodunnit for readers 9+. It feels like this could be the start of a series and I’m hoping very much that it is! @scholasticuk.bsky.social
January 22, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Just finished Murder at the Ivy Hotel by Emily Hourican. Loved it. Full of suspense and intrigue this is a page-turning whodunnit for readers 9+. It feels like this could be the start of a series and I’m hoping very much that it is! @scholasticuk.bsky.social
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A tender portrait of the special intergenerational bond between a Grandfather and his grandson #GrandadsWorld by Michael Foreman @scholasticuk.bsky.social with its powerful message about caring for the environment, it’s #RedReadingHub’s #picturebook of the day reviewed the blog
Grandad’s World
Grandad’s WorldMichael ForemanScholastic It’s the beginning of the summer holidays and city dweller, Jack is off to stay with his Grandad in the countryside. Jack’s favourite thing is to walk in th…
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January 19, 2026 at 10:02 AM
A tender portrait of the special intergenerational bond between a Grandfather and his grandson #GrandadsWorld by Michael Foreman @scholasticuk.bsky.social with its powerful message about caring for the environment, it’s #RedReadingHub’s #picturebook of the day reviewed the blog
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@dansantat.bsky.social's Sidekicks is a fun all-ages project "invested with considerable wit and charm". @scholasticuk.bsky.social
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January 22, 2026 at 8:36 AM
@dansantat.bsky.social's Sidekicks is a fun all-ages project "invested with considerable wit and charm". @scholasticuk.bsky.social
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This World Book Day, celebrate the National Year of Reading by joining us for an unmissable line-up of virtual author and illustrator events, every day from 2nd–6th March!
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January 16, 2026 at 3:39 PM
This World Book Day, celebrate the National Year of Reading by joining us for an unmissable line-up of virtual author and illustrator events, every day from 2nd–6th March!
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Lila and Teddy are back to stop more evil ghosts in THE LAST RESORT 2: THE CLAIMING... In this groundbreaking, spooky series you can talk to ghosts that come to life and help solve the mystery!
January 15, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Lila and Teddy are back to stop more evil ghosts in THE LAST RESORT 2: THE CLAIMING... In this groundbreaking, spooky series you can talk to ghosts that come to life and help solve the mystery!
When a bear finds a cookie just sitting there, all alone, what is he to do? Should he pass up this tasty treat, or will he give in to temptation? Or is there someone else who wants the cookie even more?! 🐻🐰
IT'S (NOT) MY COOKIE from @kaeltudor.bsky.social and Ben Sanders is out today! 🍪
IT'S (NOT) MY COOKIE from @kaeltudor.bsky.social and Ben Sanders is out today! 🍪
January 15, 2026 at 4:49 PM
When a bear finds a cookie just sitting there, all alone, what is he to do? Should he pass up this tasty treat, or will he give in to temptation? Or is there someone else who wants the cookie even more?! 🐻🐰
IT'S (NOT) MY COOKIE from @kaeltudor.bsky.social and Ben Sanders is out today! 🍪
IT'S (NOT) MY COOKIE from @kaeltudor.bsky.social and Ben Sanders is out today! 🍪
William and Florence have disliked each other since the first day of Year Six.
But when they find out that their dads have started seeing each other, they need to work together to split them up… Let the sabotage commence!
THE DAD TRAP by @ianeagletonauthor.bsky.social is out today!
But when they find out that their dads have started seeing each other, they need to work together to split them up… Let the sabotage commence!
THE DAD TRAP by @ianeagletonauthor.bsky.social is out today!
January 15, 2026 at 4:47 PM
William and Florence have disliked each other since the first day of Year Six.
But when they find out that their dads have started seeing each other, they need to work together to split them up… Let the sabotage commence!
THE DAD TRAP by @ianeagletonauthor.bsky.social is out today!
But when they find out that their dads have started seeing each other, they need to work together to split them up… Let the sabotage commence!
THE DAD TRAP by @ianeagletonauthor.bsky.social is out today!
Jack’s favourite place to be is outside with his Grandad. But one night, a monstrous heap of rubbish is emptied into their local pond. Can they find a way to save it?
With a wonderful environmental message, this is the perfect book to share with children and grandparents alike.
With a wonderful environmental message, this is the perfect book to share with children and grandparents alike.
January 15, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Jack’s favourite place to be is outside with his Grandad. But one night, a monstrous heap of rubbish is emptied into their local pond. Can they find a way to save it?
With a wonderful environmental message, this is the perfect book to share with children and grandparents alike.
With a wonderful environmental message, this is the perfect book to share with children and grandparents alike.
There are just three things that a girl can be…
🧙♀️ A Witch
👑 An Evil Queen
👸 A Princess
But with help from some unexpected friends, Goldilocs learns that being herself is what matters most! GOLDILOCS by Ella McLeod and Rochelle Falconer is out today❤️
🧙♀️ A Witch
👑 An Evil Queen
👸 A Princess
But with help from some unexpected friends, Goldilocs learns that being herself is what matters most! GOLDILOCS by Ella McLeod and Rochelle Falconer is out today❤️
January 15, 2026 at 4:45 PM
There are just three things that a girl can be…
🧙♀️ A Witch
👑 An Evil Queen
👸 A Princess
But with help from some unexpected friends, Goldilocs learns that being herself is what matters most! GOLDILOCS by Ella McLeod and Rochelle Falconer is out today❤️
🧙♀️ A Witch
👑 An Evil Queen
👸 A Princess
But with help from some unexpected friends, Goldilocs learns that being herself is what matters most! GOLDILOCS by Ella McLeod and Rochelle Falconer is out today❤️
Get ready... The Terrible Trio are back for more hilarious mayhem! 🦁
The Day the Mac 'n' Cheese Ran Out is available now!
The Day the Mac 'n' Cheese Ran Out is available now!
January 15, 2026 at 11:56 AM
Get ready... The Terrible Trio are back for more hilarious mayhem! 🦁
The Day the Mac 'n' Cheese Ran Out is available now!
The Day the Mac 'n' Cheese Ran Out is available now!
The new, essential guide from Dr. Emily MacDonagh is out today.
Periods: Everything You Need to Know is the reassuring, go-to guide for modern tweens, teens and beyond about all things period.
Periods: Everything You Need to Know is the reassuring, go-to guide for modern tweens, teens and beyond about all things period.
January 15, 2026 at 11:31 AM
The new, essential guide from Dr. Emily MacDonagh is out today.
Periods: Everything You Need to Know is the reassuring, go-to guide for modern tweens, teens and beyond about all things period.
Periods: Everything You Need to Know is the reassuring, go-to guide for modern tweens, teens and beyond about all things period.
The instant YA bestseller, Beth is Dead, is out today!
"A gripping, cleverly rendered puzzle box of a book brimming with heart and sisterhood. The mystery makes the story impossible to put down" – Stephanie Garber, author of Caraval
"A gripping, cleverly rendered puzzle box of a book brimming with heart and sisterhood. The mystery makes the story impossible to put down" – Stephanie Garber, author of Caraval
January 15, 2026 at 11:29 AM
The instant YA bestseller, Beth is Dead, is out today!
"A gripping, cleverly rendered puzzle box of a book brimming with heart and sisterhood. The mystery makes the story impossible to put down" – Stephanie Garber, author of Caraval
"A gripping, cleverly rendered puzzle box of a book brimming with heart and sisterhood. The mystery makes the story impossible to put down" – Stephanie Garber, author of Caraval
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#NewIllustrationOfTheDay by Axel Scheffler from the board book Love with rhyming text by Sophie Cashell. Love is, for instance, reading together, & it looks fun. Proceeds to charity Three Peas, helping refugees in Europe. Alison Green Bks 15 Jan. @scholasticuk.bsky.social @threepeashelp.bsky.social
January 15, 2026 at 10:10 AM
#NewIllustrationOfTheDay by Axel Scheffler from the board book Love with rhyming text by Sophie Cashell. Love is, for instance, reading together, & it looks fun. Proceeds to charity Three Peas, helping refugees in Europe. Alison Green Bks 15 Jan. @scholasticuk.bsky.social @threepeashelp.bsky.social
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Three days until THE DAD TRAP is out in the world!
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January 12, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Three days until THE DAD TRAP is out in the world!
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There's only one month to go until the Ivy Hotel opens its doors! Are you ready for adventure, danger and a dash of Irish charm? 👀
This charming, classic-feeling, cosy-crime children’s debut, Murder at the Ivy Hotel by bestselling Irish author Emily Hourican is out 12th February 2026!
This charming, classic-feeling, cosy-crime children’s debut, Murder at the Ivy Hotel by bestselling Irish author Emily Hourican is out 12th February 2026!
January 12, 2026 at 1:05 PM
There's only one month to go until the Ivy Hotel opens its doors! Are you ready for adventure, danger and a dash of Irish charm? 👀
This charming, classic-feeling, cosy-crime children’s debut, Murder at the Ivy Hotel by bestselling Irish author Emily Hourican is out 12th February 2026!
This charming, classic-feeling, cosy-crime children’s debut, Murder at the Ivy Hotel by bestselling Irish author Emily Hourican is out 12th February 2026!
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Just finished my last book of the year and what a lovely one to end on. The Dad Trap by @ianeagletonauthor.bsky.social is gorgeous, heartfelt and hilarious. Highly recommend as a great read to start the new year.
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December 31, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Just finished my last book of the year and what a lovely one to end on. The Dad Trap by @ianeagletonauthor.bsky.social is gorgeous, heartfelt and hilarious. Highly recommend as a great read to start the new year.
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Today's review...'Grandad's World' by Michael Foreman @scholasticuk.bsky.social Absolutely beautiful! #KidLitUK
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Grandad’s World — Through the Bookshelf
During the summer holidays, Jack leaves his home in the city and goes to visit his grandfather in the countryside. There is so much to see and do in his cottage by the woods where they watch the wildl...
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January 10, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Today's review...'Grandad's World' by Michael Foreman @scholasticuk.bsky.social Absolutely beautiful! #KidLitUK
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Introducing THE DAD TRAP!
Any shares would be amazing!
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Any shares would be amazing!
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January 8, 2026 at 3:59 PM
Introducing THE DAD TRAP!
Any shares would be amazing!
#KidLit #BookSky #LGBTQ #PrimaryEduSky
@scholasticuk.bsky.social
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Any shares would be amazing!
#KidLit #BookSky #LGBTQ #PrimaryEduSky
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THE DAD TRAP has its first Waterstones review! Thank you @jacquisydney.bsky.social!
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January 8, 2026 at 11:52 AM
THE DAD TRAP has its first Waterstones review! Thank you @jacquisydney.bsky.social!
@scholasticuk.bsky.social
#KidLit #BookSky #PrimaryEduSky
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Join award-winning children's author, Swapna Haddow for an engaging reading and multi-faceted illustrator and designer, Minky Stapleton for a step-by-step draw-along in this fun-filled event.
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January 7, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Join award-winning children's author, Swapna Haddow for an engaging reading and multi-faceted illustrator and designer, Minky Stapleton for a step-by-step draw-along in this fun-filled event.
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Next Thursday 15th January, you can join award-winning author Ian Eagleton for a fun, warm-hearted and celebratory session inspired by his new book The Dad Trap!
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January 7, 2026 at 3:25 PM
Next Thursday 15th January, you can join award-winning author Ian Eagleton for a fun, warm-hearted and celebratory session inspired by his new book The Dad Trap!
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Inclusive and written with enormous empathy, The Dad Trap by @ianeagletonauthor.bsky.social is a fabulous and funny middle grade that needs to be in every school library. Out 15/01 from @scholasticuk.bsky.social
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The Dad Trap by Ian Eagleton
Cover illustration by Melissa Chaib © Scholastic, 2026 As I write, it’s early January – the Christmas decorations are down, the schools have gone back and for many of them the National …
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January 6, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Inclusive and written with enormous empathy, The Dad Trap by @ianeagletonauthor.bsky.social is a fabulous and funny middle grade that needs to be in every school library. Out 15/01 from @scholasticuk.bsky.social
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We're so thrilled to have TWO books on this year's #JamesReckitt #HullChildrensBookAward shortlist in the KS3 category!
Huge congrats to @lawrencepatrice.bsky.social & James Fox! 🎉
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Huge congrats to @lawrencepatrice.bsky.social & James Fox! 🎉
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January 5, 2026 at 2:41 PM
We're so thrilled to have TWO books on this year's #JamesReckitt #HullChildrensBookAward shortlist in the KS3 category!
Huge congrats to @lawrencepatrice.bsky.social & James Fox! 🎉
@hulllibraries.bsky.social @hullsls.bsky.social
Huge congrats to @lawrencepatrice.bsky.social & James Fox! 🎉
@hulllibraries.bsky.social @hullsls.bsky.social
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Just your regular reminder that you can preorder signed and dedicated copies of THE DAD TRAP by emailing [email protected]
LET THE SABOTAGE COMMENCE!
#KidLit #BookSky #PrimaryEduSky
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LET THE SABOTAGE COMMENCE!
#KidLit #BookSky #PrimaryEduSky
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January 5, 2026 at 11:48 AM
Just your regular reminder that you can preorder signed and dedicated copies of THE DAD TRAP by emailing [email protected]
LET THE SABOTAGE COMMENCE!
#KidLit #BookSky #PrimaryEduSky
@scholasticuk.bsky.social
LET THE SABOTAGE COMMENCE!
#KidLit #BookSky #PrimaryEduSky
@scholasticuk.bsky.social