There could not be a better time to browse through these chapters in time as we celebrate Children’s Book Week.
Its aim is to inspire youngsters to get involved in the great world of reading.
And to get you in the spirit of the occasion, here is a selection of book scenes from the Central Library, Stranton Primary School, Owton Manor Library and St Aidan’s Primary School.
Take a look and see who you recognise in these Hartlepool Mail archive photos.

. Read all about it!
Join us as we turn the pages on these retro scenes from Hartlepool and East Durham. Photo: hm

. Super at Stranton Primary
A giant book to enjoy in this 2014 scene at Stranton Primary School where reception class teacher Andrea Windram joined children for a day of reading. Photo: Frank Reid

9. Tell us more
Was there a brilliant book scene that you recognised? Tell us more by emailing [email protected] Photo: hm