Books for Reception A reading book list for reception classes - to download and print. This reading list contains 40 books for reception classes, as featured on the School Reading List website. This list has been compiled by professional teachers and school librarians. Use the link to have a look at the complete Reception books list for children aged 4-5 on the School Reading List website. On the website, there are a variety of options for teachers, parents and librarians to purchase the books. This file can be used as a backdrop for your wall panel or interactive whiteboard, for presentations, as a downloadable poster, or as a printable checklist.