Waterstones’ Children’s Book Club

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At the May edition of Waterstones' Children's Book Club they will be discussing April's Children's Book of the Month, Greenwild: The World Beyond the Door by Pari Thompson!

About Waterstones’ Children’s Book Club

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Join us the first Saturday of the month to share in our book of the month choice! This month we will be discussing April's Children's Book of the Month, Greenwild: The World Beyond the Door by Pari Thompson! A boarding-school runaway, a botanical genius and a seriously feisty cat must join forces to protect an enchanted verdant paradise from dark magic in Thomson's immersive fantasy. This spell-binding adventure is perfect for young readers 8 and up! Be prepared for magical worlds, beautiful plants, and adventure galore!

Ages 9-12 recommended, book dependent! For members 9 and under parental supervision is required!

Copies of our books will be available for purchase at the meetings. First 3 sign-ups will receive a copy of the next month’s book (1 per family)!

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