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Respect: Consent, Boundaries and Being in Charge of YOU
Consent and boundaries can be confusing. Who doesn’t like a hug, to be tickled, to play fight, to high-five? Well, as it turns out, lots of people. You have the right to say no to all of these things. Your body and personal space are yours and yours alone and you are in control. It is time to learn how to set your rules, to take charge and to become a master of consent and boundaries…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Friendship, personal & social issues, everyday life, relationships, feelings 'a word about books' says…"This is one of the best children’s books that I have read around the topic of consent. Rachel Brian handles a very serious subject sensitively, in a non-threatening way and with a great deal of humour. It is a read that I recommend for children of all ages."
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Rise Up: Ordinary Kids with Extraordinary Stories
Every day around the world, children are overcoming adversity and achieving goals. From striking for climate change to surviving animal attacks. From life-changing inventions to standing up to bullying. These twenty-nine stories about ordinary young people really are quite extraordinary....
Page Count: 120
Genre: Biography Themes: Life story, everyday life, international, diversity, BAME, sport, art, music, travel, environment, politics, human rights, animals 'a word about books' says…"This inspirational book makes for a fascinating and insightful read and will have readers young and old ready to ‘rise up’ to whatever challenges that they are faced with or are inspired to set themselves."
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Saving Species
It is hard to imagine a world without polar bears, tigers, puffins, bumblebees and sharks. But all over the world, animals - large and small - are under threat and in desperate need of saving. There’s orang-utans in Asia, kākāpōs in Australasia, black rhinos in Africa, chinchillas in South America, butterflies in North America and turtles in the oceans. And that’s just the start of it...
Page Count: 64
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Animals, nature, environment 'a word about books' says…"Will inspire future conservationists and is a reminder to us all that our small actions and thoughtful choices can help protect endangered animals."
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The School of Numbers
Everyone can master maths with 'The School of Numbers'. Aboard the Starship Infinity, explore the concepts of addition and subtraction, fractions and percentages, and the mind boggling probability and Pi (the number variety not the pastry). Hop on board and get ready for a mathematical adventure with Adam Up, Lois Carmen Denominator, Al Jabra and the gang...
Page Count: 96
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Maths 'a word about books' says…"Easy to follow lessons, clear worked through examples and fun and colourful illustrations make maths genuinely interesting and enjoyable for all."
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Seasons in the City
As the seasons come and go they bring change around the world and transform cities in wonderful ways. See tulips in spring, beaches in summer, maple leaves in autumn and whales in winter. Whatever the season, whatever the weather, there is always something special going on somewhere in the world. Pack your suitcase, grab your passport and get ready for departure…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Places, weather 'a word about books' says…"A wonderful celebration of many fantastic places and it is sure to inspire a desire to travel and see these sights in person. I have circled plenty of new places to visit on my map and I’m sure that young globetrotters will be doing the same."
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The Secret Life of Bees
Buzzwing the hard-working honey bee loves her life as a bee and she is buzzing with excitement to show you everything that makes being a bee so un-bee-lievably good fun. From living in a busy and happy home to exciting visits to different flowers. Doing the bee dance to making sweet honey. The life of a bee is busy, buzzy and is absolutely bee-rilliant…
Page Count: 48
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Nature, insects, environment 'a word about books' says…"Learning should always be enjoyable for children and Moira Butterflied (author) and Vivian Mineker (illustrator) definitely hit the ‘sweet’ spot with a read that is fun, educational and very appealing. Sure to leave readers buzzing about bees!"
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Six Dots: A Story of Young Louis Braille
After a terrible life-changing accident in his father’s workshop, Louis had to learn to navigate the world in a new way; listening, smelling and feeling his way around. This was fine, but there was something that bothered him, he had a desire to read and write on his own. When no-one was able to offer Louis what he wanted, he set about coming up with his own solution...
Page Count: 40
Genre: Biography Themes: Disability, blindness, family, school, perseverance 'a word about books' says…”It is great to see the story of Louis Braille retold in an accurate and inspiring read for young children. Louis’ story is one of resilience, perseverance and not giving-up, especially when you hear the word, “Sorry.”"
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So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Rome
So you think you’ve got it tough? Wait until you learn just how bad kids living in ancient Rome had it. Seven day school week’s and beatings for any misbehaving. Washing clothes in wee and wiping bums with a sponge. Mice on a stick for dinner and playing ‘pass the skeleton’ for a bit of entertainment. Battling lions in the gladiator arena and trying to please all of the gods and goddesses. And that’s just the start of it. Being a kid in ancient Rome was all kinds of rotten…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Historical, people, places, animals, food, religion, sport, everyday life 'a word about books' says…”Very funny, extremely accessible, incredibly appealing and highly engaging, it serves up fascinating facts and entertainment by the chariot-load."
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The Story of the Olympic Games
Since 1896, athletes from around the world have been competing in the modern summer Olympics to see who is the very best in a range of sporting disciplines. On this epic sporting journey, explore the world’s greatest sporting spectacle taking in the host cities, meeting the athletes, savouring the souvenirs and memorabilia, and learning the incredible sporting stories that every four years cause millions around the world to get caught up in Olympic fever…
Page Count: 96
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Sport, Olympics 'a word about books' says…”Engaging, accessible and very appealing. A gold medal winning read that is ideal for getting kids enthused and excited about the greatest sporting show on Earth."
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The Street Beneath My Feet
Coming soon...
Page Count: 20
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Nature, history, environment, everyday life 'a word about books' says…"Coming soon..."
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A Turtle's View of the Ocean Blue
The oceans matter. Bursting with life they are essential to the planet, providing food, jobs and oxygen. Beneath the surface there is a wonderful and rather unexplored world that exists and thrives. Take a deep dive and discover incredible ocean dwellers and amazing habitats, see the carefully balanced ecosystems, the threats and challenges and learn how you can help…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Ocean, animals, plants 'a word about books' says…"A beautiful book that educates and dazzles in equal measure. With immersive underwater landscapes and interesting text, it will create a buzz about everything that is in the ocean and much wonderment about what could be lurking in the depths."
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Voyage Through Space
Join a young girl and her canine companion on an epic journey from the centre of our galaxy, the Sun, to various planets, through the Asteroid Belt, on to more planets, before finally arriving at the Kuiper Belt. What lies ahead now is interstellar space and with only one spacecraft ever having gone this far before it is best that we safely return home...
Page Count: 24
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Space 'a word about books' says…”Through stunning illustrations and accessible informative text, readers can blast into the cosmos on a journey like no other. I loved learning that it is always cloudy on Jupiter and that the air pressure on Venus would squash any would-be explorers flat."
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We Are the Ancient Egyptians
Ever wondered what life was like as an Ancient Egyptian? Thousands of years ago, Ancient Egypt was a thriving civilisation where everyone worked hard and was trying to live their best life. Skilled workers built incredible structures, doctors - who spoke to Goddesses - treated the sick, brewers made beer because it was safer to drink than water, embalmers mummified the dead, merchants traded goods and Pharaohs ruled. Together, they were the Ancient Egyptians…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Egypt, history, people 'a word about books' says…”Just like a hidden burial tomb, David Long and Allen Fatimaharan’s guide to the Ancient Egyptians is a treasure trove of delights. A fabulous and fact-filled read."
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Welcome to our World
Children around the world may appear very different to each other but they also share much in common. Whilst foods, clothes, languages, traditions, beliefs, cultures and celebrations may differ, a love of family, playing with friends and living your absolute best life are universal...
Page Count: 64
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: International, people, places, hobbies, interests, global community 'a word about books' says…”Perfect for introducing children to other cultures and helping to develop an appreciation and understanding of people and traditions from around the world.”
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What a Waste
Did you know that every year we produce enough rubbish to fill a line of lorries going around the world 24 times? Have you heard that a plastic straw takes 200 years to break down? We would like to think of our planet as beautiful and clean but the truth is we are surrounded by rubbish and it is all our own fault! We are a throwaway society and it is time to clean up our act...
Page Count: 72
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Environment, recycling 'a word about books' says…"An engaging and informative book that highlights the reality of the problem with rubbish. We can clean up now or face the prospect of renaming Earth. If we don't change our ways we may well be saying welcome to 'Garbage Planet' in 2050."
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When We Walked on the Moon
On the 20th July 1969 Neil Armstrong would do something that no human had done previously, he would step foot onto the Moon. Relive the seven different Apollo missions and learn about the astronauts, the risks, the rewards, the magical moments, what was discovered each time space and the Moon were explored, and what happened when things went wrong far from home...
Page Count: 80
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Space, STEM 'a word about books' says…"Filled with facts, and quotes and stories from the people that were there, this is a beautifully presented book that is produced on quality paper with pages that will stand up to endless hours of exploration."
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Why Can't I Feel the Earth Spinning?
Science underlies everything, from the ingredients in our fridge to reaching the moon to why we can't feel the Earth spinning. It can be used to answer those 'big' questions; Why are trees green? Are maps always right? How do surgeons know what to take out? What’s inside a black hole? Why is the sea blue? What makes thunder and lightning? Why do I dream? Discover the answers to these and a whole lot more through twenty-two question and answer double page spreads...
Page Count: 96
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Science 'a word about books' says…"Modern, fresh and very appealing, this is a fun-filled mixed bag of STEM facts that is great for kids with lots of questions and curious minds."
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Wild Animals of the North
Join Dieter Braun on a journey into the wilderness to meet some of the animals that call the Northern Hemisphere home. From the Chipmunk and Pronghorn Antelope of North America, to the Pileated Woodpecker and Compass Jellyfish of Europe, to the Fire Salamander and Japanese Macaque of Asia. Come face-to-face with some amazing animals that we share the planet with…
Page Count: 152
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Animals 'a word about books' says…"Animals take centre stage in this incredibly beautiful book that celebrates some of the many animals that call the Northern Hemisphere home. With exquisite illustrations and insightful text this is an essential book for all animal lovers."
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Wild Animals of the South
Dieter Braun invites you on a journey into the forests, jungles, valleys, mountains, seas, oceans and savannahs in the Southern Hemisphere to meet the animals that call it home. From the African Elephant of Africa to the Macaw of South America, the Bengal Tiger of Asia to the Saltwater Crocodile of Australia to the Emperor Penguin of Antarctica. Get up close and personal with some of the amazing animals that we share the planet with…
Page Count: 152
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Animals 'a word about books' says…"A beautifully presented over-sized book that is ideal for gathering the whole family around to look at together."
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Wild Child: A Journey Through Nature
Dara McAnulty is your knowledgable guide on a multi-sensory walk to find and experience the nature that is thriving in local spaces. From tiny insects to amazing birds, incredible flowers to brilliant trees, our gardens, woods, grasslands and rivers are wildlife paradises all just waiting to be explored. Put on your sturdy boots, grab your backpack and let’s see what we can find…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Animals, plants, nature 'a word about books' says…"Through a mix of storytelling, poetry, science and nature projects the young naturalist encourages us all to embrace our inner wild child, to be curious about the natural world and to fall in love with nature."
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The Wonder of Trees
There are over 60,000 species of trees in the world and we could not exist without them. They are the living and breathing lungs of the world. Around for nearly 400 million years and found almost all over the world, animals and humans are dependent on trees for water, food, shelter and for their wood. From the smallest to the tallest, trees are marvellous, magnificent and essential…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Nature, environment, animals, science 'a word about books' says…"Nicola Davies writes beautiful books and this one is a wonderful celebration of trees. Immediately appealing and engaging, pages are bursting with information and are exploding with nature. Tree-riffic!"
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World's Wackiest Animals
The world is full of funky-looking, funny-looking and fantastic-looking animals. Take a look at shape-shifting jellyfish, laughing birds, glamorous dragons, amphibians from dinosaur times, lizards that look like Spiderman, armour-plated mammals, see-through frogs, very old tortoises, actual monsters and ninety-one other amazing animals in a celebration of the 'world's wackiest'...
Page Count: 208
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Animals 'a word about books' says…"A lovely book that is great for developing curiosity about the natural world and a love for the animals that we share the planet with."
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Your Planet Needs You!
As humans we create a lot of waste. Did you know that each year we each create a pile of waste that weighs the same as a small hippo? Or on average we throw away one in every five bags of food we bring home? What wasters we are! Explore the issues surrounding waste and our responsibilities in reducing the problem. It's time to clean up the planet...
Page Count: 32
Genre: Non-fiction Themes: Environment 'a word about books' says…"A great read for introducing young children to the issues around waste. Perfectly pitched to help children understand the issues, what they can do to help and how they can take action to encourage others."
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