Collection: Children's non-fiction

Discover the fascinating world of the Shang Dynasty through 99 questions and answers. Where did the Shang rule? Why is Fu Hao so famous? And did the Shang really invent chopsticks? Find out the answers to all these questions in this book. The high-interest approach is complimented by a striking, ...

When were the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages? How was Stonehenge built? And just who was Cheddar Man? Find out the answers to all these questions and many, many more in this high-interest romp through the world of ancient Britain!

Discover nature at night with this split-page book. Travel from the woods at dusk to the lofty Himalayan Mountains, and learn all about the natural world which thrives after the sun goes down.

Climb aboard the Medway Queen paddle steamer and sail back in time to happy holiday makers and soldiers at Dunkirk. This picture book tells the story of the steamer's service since 1924.

Little Albert grew up in Germany, where it took him four years to formulate his first word. He was fascinated by how objects worked and, although he didn't love school, he loved physics and maths books. His brilliant mind contemplated space and time, and he eventually came up with the theory of r...

How can medicine that tastes like bubble gum make you feel better so quickly? It has penicillin in it - an antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections. But we wouldn't have the drug without the work of Alexander Fleming. With historical images and details about key events before and after hi...

Today, we can talk to someone across town or even across the country right away. We just pick up the phone and call them. But it took a lot longer to get in touch with people before Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone. With historical images and details about key events before and after ...

This exploration of difference helps young children learn to respond in a kind and equal way to everyone, regardless of shape, size, age, physical and mental ability, gender, ethnicity, beliefs, language, culture, background and so on. With topics ranging from clothes and food to homes, festivals...

Travel deep underground and unearth the amazing rocks hidden beneath our feet. Full-colour photographs showcase the science behind the rocks that make up our planet Earth in a fun and exciting way, bringing to life key topics including rock formation, the rock cycle, weathering and erosion. Disco...

Young children will enjoy this lively look at all the incredible things the human body can do, what it needs to stay healthy and how to look after it. The wide-ranging topics such as senses, germs, feelings, exercise, food, sleep and toothcare are all brought to life by the delightful illustratio...