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Joel reviews An Eagle in the Snow by Michael Mapurgo.

Actress and comedian Sarah Hadland reads extracts from Nelly the Monster Sitter by Kes Gray. She explains why she loves the book, how it captured her imagination, and why she loves to read.

Need a Book Week costume idea? This is Cara's guide to dressing up like the Princess in Black.

Dog and Pug find Granny Pug by a pyramid. Unfortunately, they disturb two ancient Egyptian gods in the form of a cat and a dog. The gods try to chase our trio from the pyramid.

Dog goes back to read the very first book he read. He meets a series of animals who try to help him find the Wumpus. They all provide a little glimpse of the creature, until the Wumpus finally reveals himself.

Through the eyes of a child, explore the world around us that is full of humour, wonder and imagination.

Dog loves books. He loves the smell of them, he loves the sound of them. But most of all, he loves the stories inside them.

Team GB and England Women's Football team player Eniola Aluko explains why she loves the book. Extracts from the book are read by England and Manchester City star Gareth Barry, with Dan Edwards demonstrating some football skills.

Dog loves books. He loves the smell of them, he loves the sound of them. But most of all, he loves the stories inside them.

Dog loves books. He loves the smell of them, he loves the sound of them. But most of all, he loves the stories inside them.

Dog loves books. He loves the smell of them, he loves the sound of them. But most of all, he loves the stories inside them.

Dog loves books. He loves the smell of them, he loves the sound of them. But most of all, he loves the stories inside them.

Dog loves books. He loves the smell of them, he loves the sound of them. But most of all, he loves the stories inside them.

Through the eyes of a child, explore the world around us that is full of humour, wonder and imagination.

Dog loves books. He loves the smell of them, he loves the sound of them. But most of all, he loves the stories inside them.

Dog Loves books. He loves the smell of them, he loves the sound of them. But most of all, he loves the stories inside them.

The 'setting' is an important story writing tool. Learn how it can help you to be more creative!

Actor Alexander Vlahos reads extracts from Refugee Boy by Benjamin Zephaniah, explaining why he loves the book, how it captured his imagination, and why he loves to read.