We have a long summer holiday ahead and so there are plenty of reading opportunities for young bookworms out there. Here, we present the best books to keep children occupied – whatever their age or interest.

PICTURE BOOKS

H A Rey (1941)

The first book of seven about a mischievous monkey who is kidnapped by the man in the yellow hat.

Maurice Sendak (1963)

A childhood favourite for so many, this went on to inspire a generation of illustrators – and a very poor film.