The nation's favourites books top ten books! Here is the definitive ranking:

 Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J K Rowling  The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins  The BFG by Roald Dahl, illustrated by Quentin Blake  The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle  Winnie-the-Pooh by A A Milne, illustrated by E H Shepherd  The Cat in the Hat by Dr Seuss  The Fellowship of the Ring by J R R Tolkien  Charlotte's Web by E B White  Northern Lights by Philip Pullman  The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C S Lewis

Do you agree with the nations favourite book list? What would your top 10 be and why?

Have a look at the top 100 books, which have you read? Can you write a book review to tell your friends in the school about one of the books?

If you would like to create any book lists and book reviews to share with your school please pass on to Mrs Baldwin, Mrs Simpson or Mrs Knapper

http://www.booktrust.org.uk/books/children/100-best-books/ Watership Down by Richard Adams Penguin - Young rabbit Fiver is convinced that a great evil is about to befall the warren where he lives - but no one will listen to him. Read about 'Watership Down'

Each Peach Pear Plum by Janet & Allan Ahlberg Puffin - This classic book from author and illustrator team is a real favourite with families. Read about 'Each Peach Pear Plum'

The Jolly Postman or Other People’s Letters by Janet & Allan Ahlberg Penguin - Brilliantly designed with lots of little details to spot, this old favourite will be enjoyed time and time again. Read about 'The Jolly Postman or Other People’s Letters'

The Wolves of Willoughby Chase by Joan Aiken - There are wolves outside the walls of Willoughby Chase, but for cousins Bonnie and Sylvia, the real danger lies inside. Read about 'The Wolves of Willoughby Chase'

Skellig by David Almond Hodder Children's Books - Exploring a ramshackle garage with his new-found friend, Mina, Michael discovers a strange, magical creature. Read about 'Skellig'

Carrie's War by Nina Bawden Puffin - During World War II, Carrie and her younger brother Nick are evacuated to Wales and billeted with the fierce old Mr Evans and his mousy sister, Louise. Read about 'Carrie's War'

Noughts and Crosses by Malorie Blackman Random House - Callum is a Nought but his best friend Sephy is a Cross - the daughter of one of the most influential politicians in the country. Read about 'Noughts and Crosses'

Forever by Judy Blume Macmillan Children's Books - Seventeen-year-old Katherine meets Michael at a party. The two of them like each other immediately and soon fall in love - but are they ready to take their relationship to the next level? Read about 'Forever'

The Enchanted Wood by Enid Blyton Egmont - When Joe, Beth and Frannie move into a new home, they discover a mysterious wood on their very doorstep. Read about 'The Enchanted Wood'

Five on a Treasure Island by Enid Blyton Hodder - Meet Enid Blyton's most famous characters - Julian, Dick, Anne, George and of course the ever-loyal Timmy the dog. Read about 'Five on a Treasure Island'

A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond HarperCollins Children's Books - Paddington, the brown bear from darkest Peru, is found by the Brown family on Paddington Station with his hat, duffel coat and marmalade sandwiches. Read about 'A Bear Called Paddington'

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne Random House - Bruno is exploring his new home at 'Out-With' when he meets Shmuel, who lives on the other side of a fence which surrounds a large camp in the grounds. Read about 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas'

The Snowman by Puffin - James builds a snowman in the garden, then wakes up in the night to find that it has come to life. Read about 'The Snowman'

The Milly-Molly-Mandy Storybook by Joyce Lankester Brisley Macmillan - Milly-Molly-Mandy lives with her mother, father, uncle, aunt, grandmother and grandfather in a 'nice white cottage with a thatched roof'. Read about 'The Milly-Molly-Mandy Storybook'

Gorilla by Anthony Browne Walker Books - Hannah's favourite animals in the whole world are gorillas, but her dad is always too busy to take her to the zoo. Read about 'Gorilla'

Junk by Melvin Burgess Andersen Press - Tar loves Gemma, but Gemma doesn't want to be tied down to anyone or anything. Gemma wants to fly - but she can't fly forever... Read about 'Junk'

Would You Rather? by John Burningham Random House - Would you rather drink snail squash or eat mashed worms? Help a witch make stew? Tickle a monkey? Read about 'Would You Rather?'

Dear Zoo by Rod Campbell Campbell Books - This appealing story, in lift- the-flap, board-book format has been a favourite with toddlers ever since it was first published in 1982. Read about 'Dear Zoo'

The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle Puffin - Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar deserves its reputation as a much-loved classic. Read about 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar'

Looking for JJ by Anne Cassidy Scholastic - When a 10-year-old girl kills her best friend, she is convicted of manslaughter and locked away. Seven years later she is released on licence with a new identity. Read about 'Looking for JJ'

I Will Not Ever Never Eat a Tomato by Lauren Child Hachette - Charlie tricks his younger sister, Lola - an extremely fussy eater - into eating all her least favourite foods. Read about 'I Will Not Ever Never Eat a Tomato'

Clarice Bean, That's Me by Lauren Child Orchard Books - Clarice Bean gives us a snapshot of her life and family in the book that launched a bestselling series. Read about 'Clarice Bean, That's Me'

Princess Smartypants by Babette Cole Penguin - Princess Smartypants does not want to get married. She enjoys being a Ms. But being a rich and pretty princess means that all the princes want her to become their wife. Read about 'Princess Smartypants'

Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer Penguin - Twelve-year-old criminal mastermind Artemis Fowl hatches an ingenious plot to steal all the gold in fairy land. Read about 'Artemis Fowl'

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Scholastic - Welcome to Panem: its Capitol repressively rules twelve satellite Districts, enslaving the populations as workers and controlling them through hunger. Read about 'The Hunger Games'

Millions by Frank Cottrell Boyce Pan Macmillan - One night, a bag containing £229,370 falls from the sky and flattens the hermitage. Damian is convinced it is a gift from God. Read about 'Millions'

That Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown by Cressida Cowell Hachette - Emily and her toy rabbit, Stanley, love to go on adventures together. Read about 'That Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown'

The BFG by Roald Dahl Puffin - The BFG stands for Big Friendly Giant, who unexpectedly spirits a little girl named Sophie out of bed, and into the land of the child-eating giants. Read about 'The BFG'

The Witches by Roald Dahl Puffin - Real witches disguise themselves as lovely ladies, when secretly they want to squish and squelch all the wretched children they despise. Read about 'The Witches'

Matilda by Roald Dahl and Quentin Blake Puffin - This modern fairy-tale with a brilliantly inspiring young heroine is one of Roald Dahl's best loved stories. Read about 'Matilda'

The Story of Babar by Jean De Brunhoff Egmont' In the great forest, a little elephant was born. His name was Babar...' Read about 'The Story of Babar'

Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy by Lynley Dodd Puffin - This hilarious rhyming story follows Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy, as he sets off for a walk in town. Read about 'Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy' Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler Macmillan Children's Books - From former Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson and longtime collaborator Axel Scheffler comes this much-loved tale about a witch and her gang of friends. Read about 'Room on the Broom'

My Naughty Little Sister by Dorothy Edwards Egmont - This affectionate portrait of family life is the story of a naughty three-year-old sister who is obstinate, inquisitive and full of mischief. Read about 'My Naughty Little Sister'

Flour Babies by Anne Fine Penguin - As part of a Child Development project, each boy in Class 4C is given a 'flour baby', a sack of flour which must be looked after for three weeks, ensuring it does not get lost or dirty. Read about 'Flour Babies'

Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes by Mem Fox & Helen Oxenbury Walker Books - This charming first book is perfect for new arrivals. Read about 'Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes'

The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman Bloomsbury - After his family are killed, Bod is brought up in a graveyard by ghosts. Read about 'The Graveyard Book'

Maggot Moon by Sally Gardner Hot Key Books

The Owl Service by Alan Garner HarperCollins Children's Books - When Alison finds a curious dinner service in the attic, the discovery sets off a strange chain of events that look set to effect everyone's lives. Read about 'The Owl Service'

Once by Morris Gleitzman Penguin - Morris Gleitzman brings heart and humour to the difficult subject of the Holocaust in this ground-breaking children's book. Read about 'Once'

Asterix the Gaul by René Goscinny Orion - In a tiny corner of Brittany, one small village of indomitable Gauls hold out against the almighty, all- conquering Romans. Read about 'Asterix the Gaul'

Little Mouse's Big Book of Fears by Emily Gravett Pan Macmillan - Little Mouse is scared of most things, from creepy crawlies and loud noises, to getting lost. Read about 'Little Mouse's Big Book of Fears'

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time by Mark Haddon Red Fox - This funny, touching and compelling novel was the winner of the inaugural Booktrust Teenage Prize. Read about 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time'

The Adventures of Tintin by Hergé Egmont - Resourceful junior reporter Tintin embarks on a series of exciting international adventures, accompanied by his faithful dog Snowy, in this favourite series. Read about 'The Adventures of Tintin'

Where's Spot? by Eric Hill Puffin - This adorable picture book about Spot the dog is the first in the Spot series Read about 'Where's Spot?'

Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman & Caroline Binch Frances Lincoln - This classic story clearly communicates an inspiring message that anything is possible. Read about 'Amazing Grace'

Stormbreaker by Anthony Horowitz Walker Books - Fourteen-year-old Alex Rider finds his life turned upside down on discovering that his late uncle wasn't a mild-mannered banker, but instead a field agent for MI6. Read about 'Stormbreaker'

Dogger by Random House - When Dave loses his favourite toy, Dogger, he is desolate. Read about 'Dogger'

Journey to the River Sea by Eva Ibbotson Macmillan Children's Books - Orphan Maia is thrilled to learn she is to live with relatives in South America and cannot wait to experience the sights, sounds and smells of the Amazon. Read about 'Journey to the River Sea'

Finn Family Moomintroll by Tove Jansson Puffin Books - Moomintroll is cheerful and chubby and lives in the magical Moominvalley with his mother, Moominmamma, his father, Moominpappa and all of their friends. Read about 'Finn Family Moomintroll'

Lost and Found by Oliver Jeffers HarperCollins Children's Books - Once there was a sad, lonely penguin who appeared at the door of a young boy. The boy decided he must be lost, so he set off to find his home. Read about 'Lost and Found'

The Tiger Who Came to Tea by Judith Kerr Harper Collins Children's Books - Sophie and her Mummy are having tea in the kitchen when in walks a hungry tiger who asks to stay to tea. Read about 'The Tiger Who Came to Tea'

Stig of the Dump by Clive King Puffin - Exploring an old chalk pit, Barney meets a strange boy who wears a rabbit skin and speaks in grunts. Read about 'Stig of the Dump'

The Queen's Nose by Dick King-Smith Puffin - Harmony's Uncle Ginger sends her on a treasure trail - which ends in finding a 50p piece. Read about 'The Queen's Nose'

The Sheep-Pig by Dick King-Smith Penguin - When Farmer Hogget wins a piglet at the fair, he is amazed that Fly, his sheep-dog, welcomes him as one of her own pups. Read about 'The Sheep-Pig'

Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney Puffin - Greg Heffley is a normal American kid, albeit one with a habit of getting into (and out of) trouble. Read about 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid'

I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen Walker Books - A bear sets out in search of his hat - he loves his hat and he wants it back Read about 'I Want My Hat Back'

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C S Lewis HarperCollins Children's - When Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy - step through a wardrobe door in the strange country house where they are staying, they find themselves in the land of Narnia. Read about 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe'

Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren Oxford University Press - Follow Pippi Longstocking on her amazing adventures as she moves into Villa Villekulla with a horse, a monkey, and a big suitcase of gold coins. Read about 'Pippi Longstocking'

Goodnight Mister Tom by Michelle Magorian Puffin - Willie Beech, a lonely and deprived child, is evacuated to a tiny English village just before the Second World War, and finds himself living with reclusive widower Thomas Oakley. Read about 'Goodnight Mister Tom'

The Kite Rider by Geraldine McCaughrean Oxford University Press Haoyou feels powerless when the man responsible for his father's death demands to marry his mother. Determined to support her himself, the young boy joins a travelling circus. Read about 'The Kite Rider'

Not now, Bernard by David McKee Andersen - The classic tale of Bernard, whose distracted parents fail to notice that their son has been eaten and replaced by a monster. Read about 'Not now, Bernard'

Winnie-the-Pooh by A A Milne Egmont Books - No child's library could be complete without A A Milne's stories about Pooh, Christopher Robin and their friends in the Hundred Acre Wood. Read about 'Winnie-the-Pooh'

Private Peaceful by Michael Morpurgo HarperCollins - Set during World War I, Private Peaceful charts eight hours in the life of Tommo, a young soldier at the Front. Read about 'Private Peaceful'

The Worst Witch by Jill Murphy Puffin - Long before Harry Potter first went to Hogwarts, trainee witch Mildred Hubble embarked on life at Miss Cackle's Academy for Witches... Read about 'The Worst Witch'

The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness Walker Books - The first in a series, this enthralling sci-fi/fantasy novel grips readers throughout, presenting them with tough questions about identity, ethics and the nature of truth. Read about 'The Knife of Never Letting Go'

A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness Walker Books Ltd - Connor's mum has cancer and life is changing. There is the nightmare, then there is school, where people avoid him, or persecute him. And then there is the immense, mythic Monster. Read about 'A Monster Calls'

Meg and Mog by Helen Nicholl & Jan Pienkowski Puffin - In this the first story about much-loved characters Meg the witch and Mog her cat, the pair go off to a wild Hallowe'en party with all the other witches. Read about 'Meg and Mog'

The Borrowers by Mary Norton Puffin - The Borrowers are tiny people who live in the secret places of old houses - behind the mantlepiece, inside the harpsichord, under the kitchen clock. Read about 'The Borrowers'

Life: An Exploded Diagram by Mal Peet Walker Books Ltd - In this intelligent young adult novel, Clem's coming-of-age story of first love and burgeoning sexuality is woven around a tense account of the mounting Cuban Missile Crisis Read about 'Life: An Exploded Diagram'

Truckers by Terry Pratchett Random House - The first title in the Bromeliad trilogy, this is an enchanting fantasy from favourite author Terry Pratchett. Read about 'Truckers'

Northern Lights by Philip Pullman Scholastic - This extraordinary fantasy is the first book in Philip Pullman's multi-award-winning His Dark Materials trilogy Read about 'Northern Lights'

The Ruby in the Smoke by Philip Pullman Scholastic - Determined to discover the truth about her father's tragic death, Sally Lockhart is plunged into a dangerous and terrifying adventure that takes her to the dark heart of Victorian London. Read about 'The Ruby in the Smoke'

Swallows and Amazons by Arthur Ransome Red Fox - It's the summer holidays, and the Walker children are excited to set sail on their boat Swallow and camp on Wild Cat Island. Read about 'Swallows and Amazons'

Mortal Engines by Philip Reeve Scholastic - London is on the move again: the traction city trawls the world on wheels, capturing and eating smaller towns. Read about 'Mortal Engines'

Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging by Louise Rennison HarperCollins - Welcome to the world of Georgia Nicolson - an angst-ridden teenage girl who keeps a diary to record the rollercoaster of emotions and experiences she faces every day Read about 'Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging'

We're Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen & Helen Oxenbury Walker Books - Follow a father and his family as they go out in search of a bear. Read about 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt'

How I Live Now by Meg Rosoff Penguin - Fifteen-year-old New Yorker Daisy is sent to England to spend a summer with her unconventional cousins Read about 'How I Live Now'

I Want My Potty! by Tony Ross Andersen Press - The Little Princess hates nappies, and thinks there must be something better. Read about 'I Want My Potty!'

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J K Rowling Bloomsbury Children's Books - After the misery of life with his ghastly aunt and uncle, Harry Potter is delighted to have the chance to embark on an exciting new life at the Hogwart's School of Wizardry and Witchcraft. Read about 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone'

Holes by Louis Sachar Bloomsbury - Stanley Yelnats' family has a history of bad luck, so he is not entirely surprised when a miscarriage of justice sends him to the Camp Green Lake Juvenile Detention Centre. Read about 'Holes'

The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery Egmont - An air pilot makes a forced landing deep in the Sahara Desert. There, he makes a mysterious Little Prince, who tells him a series of wise and enchanting stories. Read about 'The Little Prince'

The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka & Lane Smith Penguin - What really happened to the three little pigs and the big bad wolf? Find out the truth in this hilarious picture book. Read about 'The True Story of the Three Little Pigs'

Revolver by Marcus Sedgwick Orion Children's Books - 'They say dead men tell no tales, but they're wrong. Even the dead tell stories.' Read about 'Revolver'

Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak Red Fox - First published in 1963, this classic picture book will fascinate both children and adults, evoking the fierce intensity of childhood. Read about 'Where the Wild Things Are'

The Cat in the Hat by Dr Seuss HarperCollins Children's Books - When Sally and her brother are left alone on a rainy day, they think they are in for a dull time - but then the Cat in the Hat appears. Read about 'The Cat in the Hat'

Horrid Henry by Francesca Simon & Tony Ross Orion Children's Books - Stories about naughty characters have been told for centuries, and Horrid Henry is a modern-day rogue in the tradition of Dennis the Menace and Just William. Read about 'Horrid Henry'

I Capture the Castle by Dodie Smith Penguin - 17-year-old Cassandra lives an eccentric existence with her bohemian family in a crumbling castle in the English countryside, in this delightful classic coming-of- age story. Read about 'I Capture the Castle'

Ballet Shoes by Noel Streatfeild Penguin - First published in the 1930s, this classic story of three very different girls who work hard to master their talents has captivated children's imaginations for decades. Read about 'Ballet Shoes'

The Arrival by Shaun Tan Hachette - In this unusual book, we follow a young man as he packs his bags and leaves his family to go and start a new life in another country. Read about 'The Arrival'

The Hobbit by J R R Tolkien HarperCollins Children's - This well-loved fantasy story has delighted readers ever since its first publication in 1937. Read about 'The Hobbit'

The Fellowship of The Ring by J R R Tolkien HarperCollins - The first part of J R R Tolkien's epic masterpiece The Lord of the Rings, this is the story of young hobbit Frodo Baggins, who finds himself faced with an immense and terrible duty. Read about 'The Fellowship of The Ring'

The Elephant and the Bad Baby by Elfrida Vipont & Raymond Briggs Puffin - One day, an elephant offers a baby a ride through the town, and the set off on a great adventure. Read about 'The Elephant and the Bad Baby'

Charlotte's Web by E B White Puffin - This is the tale of how a little girl named Fern - with the help of a friendly talking spider called Charlotte - saved her pig, Wilbur, from the usual fate of nice fat little pigs. Read about 'Charlotte's Web'

Little House in the Big Woods by Laura Ingalls Wilder Egmont - Inside the little house live the Ingalls family: Ma, Pa, Mary, Laura and baby Carrie. Read about 'Little House in the Big Woods'

The Story of Tracy Beaker by Jacqueline Wilson Random House - Tracy lives in a children's home but constantly hopes that her absent, glamorous Mum will come and take her away. Read about 'The Story of Tracy Beaker'

Mister Magnolia by Quentin Blake Random House - Mr Magnolia has many things - but only one boot. Read about 'Mister Magnolia'