Peters | Books & Furniture For Schools & Libraries - Peters

Peters Books for Schools

Sorry, but you already have a basket with that name. Please use something else.
Expert librarians and children's book specialists
Up to 40% off class sets and bulk orders
Free UK delivery over £75

Up to 40% off class reads and set texts

Save up to 40% when you buy multiple copies of key titles, including GCSE and A Level set texts.

Save now

Phonics support for Key Stage 2

Decodable phonics readers for KS2 and beyond, as well as HiLo and books for SEND pupils.

Browse all

Join our book subscription service

The easy way to keep your library or classroom reading corner up-to-date all year round.

Find out more

Books of the Week

Our librarians and children's book specialists' highest rated titles of the week.

Themes including being a foundling/orphaned, bullying, racism, neglect, isolation and loneliness are all highlighted successfully and against the stark, harsh backdrop of 1950's coalmining in the Yorkshire Dales. Even though Birdie is an orphan, she possesses a real sense of self-worth which is challenged when she goes to live with her white relatives in a small all white community. The empathetic thread that runs throughout the book is highlighted when Birdie doesn't understand why people in the community are treating her differently and her chance discovery of Mr. Duke the pit pony and their instant connection brings courage to both of them. It's a gripping story and easy-to-read, the acts of kindness by strangers and between Birdie and Mr. Duke are particularly heartfelt. 

More Books of the Week

Special Offers

Browse all 2,746 titles on special offer

Browse all

Get up to 40% off RRP on thousands of titles this autumn term.

Recommended Reads

The most exciting new fiction and non-fiction releases for children and young people, chosen by our librarians and children's book specialists.

UK Top 20 Children's and YA fiction

See all

See all

High street bestsellers in children's and young adult fiction for the week ending 5 October 2024.

Black History Month: Reclaiming Narratives - Primary

See all

See all

The theme for this year's Black History Month is 'Reclaiming Narratives'. This theme offers a fresh perspective on Black history that goes beyond the traditional focus on slavery and civil rights and focuses on celebrating Black excellence in all its forms — in the arts, sciences, politics, and everyday life.

Black History Month: Reclaiming Narratives - Secondary

See all

See all

The theme for this year's Black History Month is 'Reclaiming Narratives'. This theme offers a fresh perspective on Black history that goes beyond the traditional focus on slavery and civil rights and focuses on celebrating Black excellence in all its forms — in the arts, sciences, politics, and everyday life.

Start your story with Peters

"I would order with Peters every time. We have made several large orders in the last few years, completely replacing all our library books and they have made it so easy and exciting with a wonderful range of books. They are helpful, timely and brilliantly organised. I cannot recommend them highly enough!"

Caroline Urrutia - Literacy Coordinator, First Tower School, Jersey

"We have had a big drive on Reading for Pleasure and with the brilliant support of Peters we have been very successful in developing a Reading for Pleasure culture in school. So many more children are able to talk about favourite authors and make suggestions to each other about what to read next."

Katie Hutchison - Reading Leader, Scraptoft Valley Primary

"Peters took the time to understand our brief and really get to know the needs of our pupils. They then put together a wonderfully diverse and inclusive range of books so our pupils can see themselves reflected, read the classics, read a book in their home language. We now have a library that is just right for our pupils and will be a place where reading is loved!"

Rebecca Eaton - Headteacher, Conway Primary School, Birmingham

This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Review our cookies information for more details.

More Info