Orchard Books Hachette Children’s Books (www.hachettechildrens.co.uk) ISBN 9781408355503 £6.99 This is a fast-paced, energetic and funny story which hooks you from the first page. Told from the point of view of the young hero of the piece, Ollie, it is a tale which will appeal to lots of KS2 readers. Those who are fans…
OUP ISBN 978019277156 £6.99 Bonnie and her grandfather live a somewhat bleak existence because of the wild and rugged coastline that they inhabit and the somewhat dystopian regime that they live under. There appears to have been a major ecological disaster that had affected the seas as well as the agricultural and energy capacity of…
Walker Books ISBN: 9781406376319 £6.99 We are, “a company of inspiring thespians bringing stirring drama, heart-rending tragedy, and extraordinary excitement,” expounds Pa, as he drags his family out of London and to the unchartered lands of Victorian Northern England. The story tells of the family’s fluctuating drive for success whilst treading the boards. It also follows…
Orchard Books ISBN: 9781408352342 £12.99 This is another skilful retelling of one of Andersen’s best loved tales, cleverly maintaining the magic of the original, while also making it more accessible to a new generation of readers. The archetypal theme of good versus evil is explored here through Gerda’s commitment to finding her beloved friend Kai…
Allen &Unwin ISBN: 9781911631309 £11.99 At a time when air pollution is an important global topic this beautifully illustrated picture book for young children, will enhance the learning of geography of pollution as well as being a general book of interest to primary school children. Sustainability and the transformation of the global environmental conditions are…
Wide Eyed Editions ISBN 9781786034601 £14.99 An attractive introduction to the diversity of the animal world. Information on over 500 creatures is well presented with key facts from a variety of national history experts and detailed illustrations. This reference book celebrates invertebrates, fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals, and shares some of their secrets. It…
Wayland ISBN 9781526305763 £12.99 This is an addition to ‘The Cause, Effect and Chaos’ series of books which explore the relationships between things, actions and reactions, what can go wrong and the chaos that might occur. This book for KS2 pupils allows them to learn about the Planet Earth through double page spreads on topics…
Franklin Watts ISBN 9781445153032 £8.99 This book is a gem. It introduces the reader to 13 important finds that throw light on the Iron Age. The presentation is excellent with a good balance of maps, text and pictures. Facts and language are pitched at the right level for 9 – 11 year olds. As well…
Franklin Watts ISBN 978144516600-1 £12.99 This book is for children aged 9 to 11 years old and provides a very useful addition to the Ecographics series of books. As pollution affects every part of the globe, from the deep oceans to the remote deserts, this is a very hot topic for the young as the…