Monthly Roundup:
New Book Highlights:
This Summer’s Secrets by Emily Barr
Clouds Over California by Karyn Parsons
Tales of Ancient Egypt by Roger Lancelyn Green
Book of the Day:
01.04.25: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
03.04.25: What is Mental Health? Where Does It Come From? And Other Big Questions by Dr. Lucy Maddox
22.04.25: The Mysteries of the Universe by Will Gater
24.04.25: The Shocking Truth About Energy and How it Shapes Our World by Mike Goldsmith
29.04.25: Eyewitness Universe by DK
Author Spotlight:
01.04.25: Kwame Mbalia
22.04.25: Aisha Saeed
29.04.25: Phil Earle
Series Spotlight:
01.04.25: Planet Omar by Zanib Mian
22.04.25: Frostheart by Jamie Littler
29.04.25: Divergent by Veronica Roth
Literary and Cultural Celebrations for April (Book Lists and Displays):
World Autism awareness Month: World Autism Awareness Month is an opportunity for everyone to come together and raise awareness, foster acceptance, and create a society where autistic people are supported, understood, and empowered. Visit the National Autistic Society’s website for more information.
Stress Awareness Month: Stress Awareness Month has been held every April since 1992 to raise awareness of the causes and management strategies for stress. We’ve highlighted some books available in your School Library and signposted some websites with more information about management: Aye Feel, mentalhealth.org.uk, SAMH.org.uk
National Pet Month: National Pet Month celebrates and raises awareness of responsible pet ownership.
International Children’s Book Day (2nd April): Since 1967, on or around Hans Christian Andersen’s birthday, 2 April, International Children’s Book Day (ICBD) is celebrated to inspire a love of reading and to call attention to children’s books. Find out what made the BBC’s Top 100 Children’s Books of All Time.
International Romani Day (8th April): The International Romani Day (8 April) is a day to celebrate Romani culture and raise awareness of the issues facing Romani people. Visit the Romani Arts website to learn more.
Passover (12th -20th April): Passover, also called Pesach, is a major Jewish holiday and one of the Three Pilgrimage Festivals. It begins before sundown on Saturday April 12, 2025, and ends after nightfall on April 20, 2025. Happy Passover to those celebrating.
Easter: Easter also called Pascha or Resurrection Sunday is a Christian festival and cultural holiday. Additional customs that have become associated with Easter and are observed by both Christians and some non-Christians. Happy Easter to those celebrating.
International Dark Sky Week (21st-28th April): International Dark Sky Week is a global celebration of the night. From the darkness needed for a restful night’s sleep to the activities we enjoy beneath the stars, the night plays a crucial role in protecting healthy wildlife ecosystems, advancing science and exploration, preserving cultural knowledge, and much more.
Earth Day (22nd April): The theme for Earth Day 2025 is OUR POWER, OUR PLANET, inviting everyone around the globe to unite behind renewable energy, and to triple the global generation of clean electricity by 2030.
National Gardening Week (28th April – 4th May): National Gardening Week is a time for people to learn about gardening, connect with other gardening enthusiasts, and get inspired. Find some gardening tips on the Royal Horticultural Society’s website.
Trending Book Lists
Epic Reads New Releases | The Guardian Children’s Book Roundup | LoveReading4Kids Books of the Month | Scholastic Books of the Month | Scottish Book Trust Book Lists |Toppsta Monthly Highlights | Waterstones Books of the Month
Book Awards
Winners: Peters Book Awards
Shortlists: The British Book Awards | Branford Boase Awards | Jhalak Prize
Longlists: Women’s Prize | Crime Writer’s Association
