Collection: Children's Information

Alain Grée's illustrations from the 1960s and 70s are known throughout the world. With their naivety of form and bold use of colour, their charm is undeniable. Clear, easy-to-read text is presented alongside the illustrations to teach a range of numbers and simple sums featured throughout as exa...

This lively counting book stars the same colourful dinosaurs as in the classic picture book 'Dinosaur Roar!' The bouncy rhyming text encourages children to join in, helping them to learn their numbers as they count down from ten to one, ending with a wonderful loud ROAR! Ten terrible dinosaurs st...

As night falls on Motor Isle, travellers and pilots finish up their journeys and settle down for sleep. But why are Air Ambulance, Cargo Truck and the rest of The Good Night Airport just waking up? Follow these busy vehicles from dusk to dawn as they drive about carrying out important night jobs ...

A unique exploration of the rich and complicated history of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Britain. There are many ways of telling the same story, and how you tell it depends on your point of view. Some stories are so complicated, or difficult to explain, that they're not often told at all. Lik...

It's your lucky day! You've stumbled across an ancient treasure chest in your garden that was buried thousands of years ago by a child living in ancient Rome. And the chest is packed with 20 strange and curious items that tell us so much about their life.

Dig! is an archaeological excavation into the exciting secrets of the ancient past, and the cutting-edge methods scientists use every day to uncover them.

When Romeo and Juliet meet during a chance encounter, they have no idea what lies ahead, for these star-crossed lovers belong to feuding families, and their love will never be accepted by those around them. Set within a beleaguered city plagued by gang warfare, 'Romeo and Juliet' is widely regard...

This is a complete and unabridged dyslexia-friendly edition of 'Macbeth', Shakespeare's dark tragedy that blends the supernatural with prophecy, ambition and murder.

Mindful haiku poems to help us rediscover our natural surroundings, without travelling too far from home. Some flowers are the subject of nursery rhymes and childhood games while others help us celebrate love, remember our homelands or mark the passing seasons. These mindful haiku poems invite us...

This exciting collection from award-winning and multi-anthologised poet Michaela Morgan is perfectly matched by the witty and wonderful pictures of world-renowned illustrator Nick Sharratt. Words with rhythm, words with rhyme, Words to make you feel just fine, To clap your hands, tap your feet Or...

Poetry legend John Agards own selection of over 80 of his poems for younger readers A towering figure in the children's and YA poetry world, John Agard has chosen favourite poems from eight of his previously published collections: I Din Do Nuttin; Say it Again, Granny; No Hickory, No Dickory, No ...

People all over the world have always told each other stories. And from the very earliest times, many of these stories were told in verse. This collection of poems includes retellings and reimaginings of Roman, Greek, Ancient Egyptian, Norse, Celtic, Aztec, Mayan and Incan mythology. You will mee...

Enter the studio with Steven McRae, principal dancer with the Royal Ballet, and master everything from the basic positions to performing the most expressive jumps with step-by-step instructions and glorious illustrations throughout.Steven's journey through the world of ballet has been anything bu...

Dare to be brilliant with this entertaining guide that will teach an astonishing range of circus tricks, juggling skills, comedy sets, magic, spy manoeuvres and science tricks. Mat Ricardo never used to see himself as a performer, in fact he was always on the outskirts and incredibly shy - but th...

Listen and read along with the Gruffalo and friends with this stunning treasury containing a QR code to all of the songs. Sing, listen, and read along with this fabulous collection of illustrated songs, based on some of Julia Donaldson's best-loved picture books!As well as being the UK's most suc...

Discover the trick for making dot painting pictures, decorate paper leopards, tigers and lions with fingerprints and scrape paint with scraps of cardboard to create patterns that shimmer. Print a display of fireworks, create your own scratch art and mix 3D paint that dries solid and keeps its sha...

Calling all crafters and wannabe Super Heroes alike! Bring your love of Marvel Comics to life with 100+ creative projects and activities, including art, puzzles, games, papercraft, and more. With photography and clear step-by-step illustrated instructions, 'Marvel Crafts' guides you through each ...

'Gruffalo Crumble and Other Recipes' is packed full of sweet treats, healthy snacks and simple meals - all based on the bestselling picture book 'The Gruffalo' by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. With 24 recipes specially designed for adults to use with children, easy-to-follow, step-by-step i...

Accidents happen, even when you are careful, so being prepared can make all the difference. Do you know what to do if someone falls over and scrapes their knee? What does an asthma attack look like? Do you know when an ambulance is needed, or how to call for one? From treating cuts, stings, burns...

Your body is amazing, learn all about what it can do! Readers can discover some incredible facts about their body. With clear and engaging illustrations, children will love looking inside the human body at all its amazing abilities. From pumping blood to the journey your food goes on, this is a f...