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Looking for the best back to school books for kids and teens? Whether your child is starting primary school, moving into middle grade, or heading into high school, the right book can make all the difference. Our Back to School Book List is packed with engaging stories, inclusive voices, and curriculum-friendly reads to support learning, wellbeing, and imagination.
We’re proud to highlight books that reflect diverse voices, experiences, and identities—because every reader deserves to see themselves in stories. You’ll also find popular Australian children’s and YA authors, making this list especially relevant for local classrooms.
From picture books for early readers to young adult novels for teens, these titles are perfect for classrooms, homework breaks, and after-school reading.
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