Kensuke's Kingdom Michael Morpurgo

Michael falls overboard during a sailing journey and reaches an island where an unknown person quietly helps him survive. Discovering Kensuke leads to an uneasy relationship that gradually becomes a profound friendship. Michael Morpurgo's adventure combines the drama of being stranded with a thoughtful exploration of loss, trust and human connection, giving confident readers a story whose island is both a refuge and a place with history of its own.

Age suitability and learning: Older children (9-12), Teens & adults (13+). The longer narrative suits children ready to sustain attention across a developing story, whether reading independently or sharing it aloud. Following characters and events supports comprehension, vocabulary and reading stamina; discussing motives, settings and choices encourages inference, empathy and imaginative thinking.

Available at QT Toys in Battersea.