Non Fiction
The Big Beyond by James Carter & Aaron Cushley
The Big Beyond by James Carter & Aaron Cushley tells the fascinating story of space travel using a rhyming text.
Plant, Sow, Make & Grow by Esther Coombs
Plant, Sow, Make & Grow by Esther Coombs is packed with activities & advice. It’s a brilliant introduction to gardening.
Spring reading! Picture books about gardens, birds and insects
We’ve chosen some of our favourite picture books for spring reading! They include books about insects, birds & a fabulous activity book.
WONDERS OF THE WORLD by Isabel Otter & Margaux Carpentier
WONDERS OF THE WORLD by Isabel Otter & Margaux Carpentier introduces children to seven ancient & seven modern wonders in a sturdy lift the flap book.
Activity Books · Audio Books · Chapter Books · Comics and Magazines · E-Books & Book Apps · Early Readers · Non Fiction · Picture Books · Poetry Books · Reading Books · Song Books · Translated BooksCelebrating & supporting International Book Giving Day 2019
Celebrating International Book Giving Day 2019 – how can you get involved? One way is to share this blogpost to help spread the word!
Lori Mortensen talks about Away with Words, The Daring Story of Isabella Bird
Author Lori Mortensen talks about her new picture book, Away with Words, the Daring Story of Isabella Bird, illustrated by Kirsty Caldwell.
The Brilliant Deep by Kate Messner & Matthew Forsythe
The Brilliant Deep: Rebuilding The World’s Coral Reefs tells the true story of Ken Nedimyer who has discovered a way to grow coral. Ken’s experiments and dedication to preserving the reefs in The Florida Keys has also led to him teaching others around the world how to save the coral in their own countries.
HUMANATOMY by Nicola Edwards, George Ermos & Jemima Maybank
HUMANATOMY How the Body Works is a fabulous, sturdy, non fiction picture book that introduces children to the major organ systems in our bodies. Each system is introduced through stunning, well labelled illustrations and informative text which also addresses questions that readers may have. It’s an amazing resource for helping children (and adults) understand more…
A World of Birds by Vicky Woodgate
A World of Birds is a beautifully illustrated non fiction book which introduces readers to 75 different species of birds from all around the world. Vicky Woodgate’s gorgeous illustrations support a multitude of fascinating facts, so much research has gone into this sturdy little book.
International Women’s Day – Books To Inspire Future Generations
March 8th is International Women’s Day which celebrates ‘the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.’ Many children’s books are now focussing on the achievements of women, past and present, to inspire future generations and it is fascinating to read about women who have influenced and are still influencing our lives today. As a child one…
