23 Feb 2026

Day 1 – World Book Day Countdown

Mr Belso is diving into Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton.

This gripping sci-fi thriller follows a group of scientists who use DNA to bring dinosaurs back to life… but things quickly spiral out of control. Set on a remote island, the novel explores powerful questions about science, ambition and whether just because we can do something, it means we should.

Why students should read it:
Fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat action.
Real science woven into compelling storytelling.
Big debates about ethics, technology and responsibility.
Even darker and deeper than the film.

A brilliant choice to kick off our World Book Day countdown. What are you reading?