Collection: Children's non-fiction

This funny collection of poems for the 8-11 age group is all about one school. The verses cover such things as playtime, the school outing, the school nurse, French lessons, the three R's, nicknames, best friends - and a host of other topics all familiar within the school context.

From ancient history to modern times, journey through the past with this picture-packed encyclopedia of curiosities. Explore galleries of intriguing objects from ancient civilisations, bygone eras, and breakthrough moments, to understand how the modern world has been influenced by the past. Marve...

From the beginnings of the women's game, the sexist ban that lasted 50 years, to its glorious rise again and brilliant footballing heroes past and present, this is a celebration of all things women's football! Do you think you're a football-fan? Challenge your knowledge with this ultimate pocketb...

Photographs from around the world celebrate the universal joy that kids get from making music, whether they're playing instruments, clapping their hands, stomping their feet, or singing. Music can help express one child's feelings - or it can bring a whole community together.

How far away is the Sun? What is a shooting star? Why is there life on Earth? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this fun and fact-filled guide to our universe, the solar system and natural phenomena like life and gravity.

Find out all you need to know about getting started with cycling with 'My First Bicycle Book'. All the basics are covered, from choosing which kind of bicycle is right for you to all the equipment and clothes you'll need to be comfortable and stay safe.

Islamophobia is a form of religious prejudice aimed at Muslims and it is on the rise. But not everyone agrees that Islamophobia exists - and some people think that we should be afraid of Muslims and Islam. This book, aimed at readers age 10 and up, shares the perspectives of those who have faced ...

Turn each page to find out more about a wide variety of animals, from teeny-tiny insects to gigantic elephants and whales. With beautiful illustrations, storybook text, and key terms highlighted on each page, this book is a wonderful and comprehensive introduction to animals around the world. 'Th...

A book we all need to read, answering difficult questions and giving advice on how to deal with racism, who to talk to and how to make a difference. Answering difficult questions such as What is race? and How did racism begin? in a way that's both accessible and meaningful.

Throughout history, civilisation has been shaped not only by human design, but by human poo, or rather, by how humans decided to get rid of it! 'Poo' is a fascinating exploration of how human waste and its disposal has changed the world.