To celebrate World Book Day, Ipswich town centre Waterstones bookseller Meg Burrows shared her suggestions for seven children’s books all parents should get hold of for their kids.

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Will your young friends and family be picking up a copy?

Whatever Next! – Jill Murphy

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One of my favourites from Jill Murphy, author of the brilliant Worst Witch, this is a delightful picture book all about a young bear trying to reach the moon.

The Day the Crayons Quit – Oliver Jeffers and Drew Daywalt

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A definite favourite of mine, this collaboration between Oliver Jeffers and Drew Daywalt is funny, creative & immensely engaging for both adult and child. Follow a box of coloured crayons as they go through an identity crisis.

Gigantosaurus – Johnny Duddle

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Have you seen the Giganotosaurus? From author Johnny Duddle comes a brilliant dinosaur picture book with an impressive rhyming scheme.

The Crow’s Tale – Naomi Howarth

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A stunning tale fitting for the upcoming spring season – a true delight to read.

Skulduggery Pleasant – Derek Landy

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Addictive, hilarious, darkly delicious, this is one not to be missed!

The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow – Katherine Woodfine

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Enid Blyton-esque with a bit more grit, this follows the story of young Sophie who becomes a sales assistant at the prestigious ‘Sinclair’s’ department store. A fantastic historical detective novel. Friendship, the East-End Mafia and one bejewelled bird!

Darkmouth – Shane Hegarty

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Great for fans of Tom Gates humour but also the thirst for adventure similar to Percy Jackson.