The Boy Who Made The World Disappear Ben Miller

Harrison's birthday brings an extraordinary gift: a black hole that seems capable of swallowing whatever he wants to remove. At first it looks like a wonderfully convenient answer to problems, but anger and impulsive choices make its power dangerous. Ben Miller's funny fantasy turns an impossible idea into an adventure about feelings, consequences and discovering that getting rid of something is not always the same as putting things right.

Age suitability and learning: Primary (6-8), Older children (9-12). 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.