Item category 2: Information books for younger readers

Readers can learn the alphabet while getting in shape! Each page shows one or more children using their bodies to make the shapes of a different letter of the alphabet, both upper and lower case. The photographs are accompanied by simple printed versions of each upper- and lower-case letter.

Find out about different animals and their babies, from caterpillars to butterflies, joeys to kangaroos and cubs to lions. This beautifully illustrated picture book shows the wonderful world of nature in all its glory.

In an emergency, we depend on people to help us. Find out about the jobs done by ambulance and air ambulance crew. Learn how they help to keep us safe.

Take a journey of discovery through ancient Rome with this stunning book. Step inside the bustling forum in the heart of the eternal city, then wander through homes, baths and the amphitheatre (complete with gladiators) to the busy docks. Then set off for an army fort at the frontiers of the Roma...

One of a series of titles introducing children aged 3-5 to the different types of animals in the world around them, including wild animals, farm animals and pets.

In this celebration of green fingers and the thrill of nurturing new life, Phyllis Root delivers a read-aloud rhyming mantra for planting your very own farm, while G. Brian Karas's joyful city illustrations sprout from every page. You might think a farm means fields, tractors, and a barnyard full...

This primary level book introduces children to the world of the barnacle: how barnacles look and feel; where they live; what they eat; and how they reproduce.

This title takes a close look at building and construction machines including giant drills, excavators, cranes, and bulldozers. Find out which building machine is the mightiest of them all!

These books are a must for any young reader with an interest in vehicles and machines. Each book is filled with amazing machines, fun facts, jokes, and age-appropriate text in colourful boxes. This book takes a close look at machines that come to our rescue including fire engines, lifeboats and h...

Meow! Meow! Cats make fun pets. Some have short hair and some have long hair. Some have flat noses and others have stubby tails. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behaviour, and abilities of pet cats, and discover why these curious creatures make amazing pets.