Foster Care Week

Due to the success of the fostering teams presence in Libraries back in May for Foster Care Fortnight https://kirkleestogether.co.uk/2025/05/12/help-transform-young-lives-through-fostering/ , we have partnered with the fostering team again to hold another similar week in October.

This list of Adult, teen and Junior Nonfiction and fiction items aims to support this partnership.


Updated September 19, 2025
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Foster Care Week

Due to the success of the fostering teams presence in Libraries back in May for Foster Care Fortnight https://kirkleestogether.co.uk/2025/05/12/help-transform-young-lives-through-fostering/ , we have partnered with the fostering team again to hold another similar week in October.

This list of Adult, teen and Junior Nonfiction and fiction items aims to support this partnership.


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Worst ever school trip
Hutchison, Barry
Paper Book
A hilarious new series from best-selling author, Barry Hutchison, perfect for fans of Tom Gates, Wimpy Kid and Barry Loser. "I like to smell my own farts..." Gah! Someone shut me up! It's been 92 hours since Beaky last told a lie. So far he's survived two full days of school with only...
The night gardener
Fan, Terry
Paper Book
In the spirit of 'Goodnight Moon' and 'The Curious Garden' comes a stunning debut picture book filled with whimsy and creativity from brothers Terry and Eric Fan. One day, William discovers that the tree outside his window has been sculpted into a wise owl. In the following days, more topiaries...
Suitcase s(witch)
Bushby, Aisha; Muce, Coralie
Paper Book
An accidental luggage swap with a witch conjures a series of mishaps for Zahra in this charming magical adventure from acclaimed children's author Aisha Bushby. When Zahra accidentally swaps suitcases with a witch, it's the beginning of a whole series of magical mishaps. Her...
I am Wolf
Chisholm, Alastair
Paper Book
An outstanding, highly original and unputdownable read! This is bold, thought-provoking. adventure perfect for fans of Mortal Engines and The Last Wild.
King of nothing
Lessore, Nathanael
Paper Book
A laugh-out-loud teen comedy with heart from the Yoto Carnegie-shortlisted author of STEADY FOR THIS!
Her dark wings
Salisbury, Melinda
Paper Book
Her Dark Wings is a modern-day take on the Persephone myth, infused with the intense potency of teenage passions. The richness of Greek myth is vividly brought to life by the immediacy and originality of a fiery, contemporary drama. And iconic mythic figures crackle and change as a modern girl fills...
On the come up
Thomas, Angie
Paper Book
The YA love letter to hip-hop--streaming on Paramount+ September 23, 2022! Starring Sanaa Lathan (in her directorial debut), Jamila C. Gray, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Lil Yachty, Method Man, Mike Epps, GaTa (Davionte Ganter), Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Titus Makin Jr.,...
Endgame
Blackman, Malorie
Paper Book
Cross & Nought . . . Years have passed since relationships between Crosses and Noughts were forbidden, but the secret, life-changing love story of Sephy Hadley and Callum McGregor has never been forgotten. Black and White . . . In many ways, people are more divided than ever...
The blue book of Nebo
Steffan Ros, Manon
Paper Book
Prize-winner in three categories of the 2019 Wales Book of the Year Award, The Blue Book of Nebo paints a spellbinding and eerie picture of society's collapse, and the relationships that persist after everything as we know it disappears. After nuclear disaster, Rowenna and her young son are among...
Love me not
Smale, Holly
Paper Book
The stunning conclusion to the mega fame-busting 11-13 trilogy from the multi-million bestselling author of GEEK GIRL. Party girl actress Mercy Valentine is nobody's hero and that's how she wants it. She's sarcastic, sharp and always defensive - so no one can hurt her ever...
Needle
Lawrence, Patrice
Paper Book
A powerful and heart-rending exploration of a teenager's journey through grief, rage and getting caught in the criminal justice system from award-winning author Patrice Lawrence. Winner of the 2023 Little Rebels Award and shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal. Charlene is...
Jaz Santos vs. the world
Mante, Priscilla
Paper Book
SHORTLISTED FOR THE CHILDREN'S SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 The first book in THE DREAM TEAM series. 'Exciting, original and heart-warming' - Jacqueline Wilson 'Priscilla Mante is an author to watch' - Aisha Bushby --- ...
The memory thieves
Clayton, Dhonielle
Paper Book
The action-packed sequel to the instant New York Times and #1 Indie Bestseller, The Marvellers! In this fantasy adventure set in a global magic school in the sky, Ella, Jason, and Brigit return for their second year at the Arcanum Training institute. Eager to wield their...
Jodie
McKay, Hilary; Robinson, Keith
Paper Book
Trapped and alone on the salt marshes, Jodie is troubled by a haunting presence in this eerily atmospheric ghost story from multi-award-winning author Hilary McKay Jodie never wanted to come on the residential trip to the field centre. A loner at school, she's forced...
Anne of Green Gables
Montgomery, L. M.
Paper Book
The illustrations for this series were created by Scott McKowen, who, with his wife Christina Poddubiuk, operates Punch & Judy Inc., a company specializing in design and illustration for theater and performing arts. Their projects often involve research into the visual aspects of...
The Orphans of St Halibut's
Wills, Sophie
Paper Book
Stolen cakes, major explosions and an unforgettable cast of characters - dive into The Orphans of St Halibut's, a hilarious caper from debut author Sophie Wills and million-copy bestselling illustrator, David Tazzyman. Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl and Lemony Snicket.Life has been perfect ever...
Can't you sleep, Little Bear?
Waddell, Martin
Paper Book
Little Bear can't sleep. He is frightened of the dark, even with the biggest lantern of them all at his bedside. But Big Bear finds an ingenious way to reassure him. So Big Bear takes him out and shows him the moon and the stars - and Little Bear then falls asleep.
The Great Big Book of Families
Hoffman, Mary.
Paper Book
The Great Big Book of Families introduces children to the fact that not all families look the same. Featuring funny artwork and wonderfully accessible text this book celebrates each family in its own unique and wonderful way.   What is a family?...
Owen and the soldier
Thompson, Lisa; Lowery, Mike
Paper Book
A touching story of loss and remembrance from Lisa Thompson, the award-winning author of The Goldfish Boy and The Light Jar. Shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Award 2020 A crumbling stone soldier sits on a bench in the park. Only Owen understands how important he is....
A kind of spark
McNicoll, Elle
Paper Book
"A Kind of Spark tells the story of 11-year-old Addie as she campaigns for a memorial in memory of the witch trials that took place in her Scottish hometown. Addie knows theres more to the story of these witches, just like there is more to hers. Can Addie challenge how the people in her town see her...
When the sky falls
Earle, Phil
Paper Book
"1941. War is raging. And one angry boy has been sent to the city, where bombers rule the skies. There, Joseph will live with Mrs F, a gruff woman with no fondness for children. Her only loves are the rundown zoo she owns and its mighty silverback gorilla, Adonis. As the weeks pass, bonds deepen and...
Far from the tree
Benway, Robin
Paper Book
National Book Award Winner, PEN America Award Winner, and New York Times Bestseller! Perfect for fans of This Is Us, Robin Benway's beautiful interweaving story of three very different teenagers connected by blood explores the meaning of family in all its forms--how to find it, how to keep...
The climbers
Gray, Keith
Paper Book
Heralding his outstanding return to young adult fiction, Keith Gray captures the subtle agonies of teen life in this compelling, bittersweet tale of rivalry and friendship. Longlisted for the Carnegie Medal Sully is the best climber in the village. He can scale the...
Milo imagines the world
de la Peña, Matt
Paper Book
A warm and richly satisfying story from an award-winning picture book duo about a little boy with a big imagination who learns that you can't know anyone just by looking at them. Set in a bustling city, and full of a family love that binds even in difficult circumstances.Milo is on a train journey...
The suitcase
Naylor-Ballesteros, Chris
Paper Book
A touching, timely tale about the importance of kindness and understanding.
A better day
George, Alex; Hammond, Fitz
Paper Book
*A Sunday Times Number One Bestseller* What if we could think of mental health in a positive way? Sweep away the rain clouds. Talk about what's on our minds. And care for our mental health in the same way we look after our bodies. In this empowering and hopeful handbook...
Nelson Mandela
Howell, Izzi
Paper Book
Find out about the life of Nelson Mandela and his life as an activist against apartheid in South Africa. The book has photographs and a simple text suitable for young children. For children following Book Bands, it is suitable for those reading at band 9, gold. The Info Buzz series,...
Imagine
Lennon, John
Paper Book
'Never have we all, child and grown-up child, needed this more, the words and the song in our hearts, lifting our spirits, giving us hope, and determination too to find the road to understanding, conciliation and peace.' - MICHAEL MORPURGO ​'Imagine is a very...
Perfectly Norman
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
An uplifting story about celebrating diversity and embracing what makes you you - from Tom Percival's bestselling Big Bright Feelings series Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. 'A sweet and truly uplifting story that...
Ravi's roar
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
A brilliant picture book about dealing with difficult emotions, from author and illustrator Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. Most of the time...
Ruby's worry
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
A reassuring and sensitive book - the perfect springboard for talking to children about sharing their hidden worries. From the Big Bright Feelings series by Tom Percival Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. 'If your child...
The invisible
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
A moving, powerful story that shines a light on those that feel invisible in our world - and shows us that we ALL belong - from the author of Ruby's Worry. The Invisible is the story of a young girl called Isabel and her family. They don't have much,...
The wrong shoes
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
A beautiful and urgent exploration of the experience of child poverty from Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, for fans of Boy at the Back of the Class. Working in partnership with the National Literacy Trust, £1 from the sale of a hardback...
Meesha makes friends
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people.SHORTLISTED FOR THE OSCAR BOOK PRIZE 2021 'An absolute darling of a book. Its portrayal of children who find it hard to communicate, or have specific interests that are puzzling to...
Tilda tries again
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
Tilda's world is just as she likes it - until, one day, it turns completely upside down! From the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series by Tom Percival Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. Tilda's world is...
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