The Summer Reading Challenge is here and our eLibrary is full of fantastic books to help you complete the challenge. This year's theme is Silly Squad, so here are some hilarious and silly stories to bring a smile to your face!
Don't forget! You can sign up to the online Summer Reading Challenge here.
For help signing up, go to the Slough Libraries Facebook page to see our 'Join the Silly Squad ONLINE!' video tutorial, as well as loads of other super Silly Squad related content.
New Books!
Some of our books are available for multiple people to borrow at the same time - there's no need to wait! These include Cookie and the Most Annoying Boy in the World by Konnie Huq, Runaway Robot by Frank Cottrell-Boyce, The Naughtiest Unicorn by Pip Bird, Hotel Flamingo by Alex Milway and The Elmer Treasury by David McKee (reviewed below!)
All can be read or listened to through the BorrowBox app for Slough Libraries. Download and sign in from your phone or tablet using your library card.
The Elmer Treasury by David McKee
Read by Stephen Thorne
Elephants never forget and you certainly won’t forget this elephant! Join Elmer the colourful patchwork elephant for his equally colourful tales that show that it’s fun to stand out from the crowd! Featuring 8 stories full of silliness, fun and adventure.
Recommended for children aged 3+
Published by: ABC Audio
There are also plenty of other hilarious eBooks and eAudiobooks available on BorrowBox, here are just a few for you to try...
Don't forget – if the eBook you would like is on loan, why not place a hold on it? It will automatically appear in your account when the previous borrower has returned it.
Fortunately, the Milk... by Neil Gaiman
Read by Neil Gaiman
It's Dad's turn to get the milk, but his trip to the corner shop does not go to plan...
Listen to Neil Gaiman tell this hilariously wacky story and find out about Dad's milk buying mishaps, including pirates, aliens and a time travelling dinosaur inventor! Fun for the whole family, this is a perfect way to get started with the Summer Reading Challenge.
Recommended for children aged 8+
Published by: Bolinda/Audible audio
Winnie-the-Pooh by A.A. Milne
Read by Bernard Cribbins
Relax and smile with the tales of Christopher Robin and his favourite bear Winnie-the-Pooh. Full of fun, friendship and lovable mishaps to chase your worries away, these stories have been beloved by children and adults alike since they were first published 94 years ago. They are wonderfully read with warmth and humour by Bernard Cribbins.
Recommended for children aged 5+
Published by: Bolinda audio
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