Learn about the Christmas story and discover how it is celebrated around the world with this inviting selection of books. Ranging from Christmas carols to festive traditions, games and recipes, plus some additional Christmas-themed stories, there is something to appeal…
Telling The Time: Books For Children
The passage of time can be a challenging concept for many learners. This selection of books makes learning to tell the time fun and engaging. From telling time on the hour and half hour to exploring analogue and digital time,…
Poetry Anthologies For Children & Teens
Poetry anthologies are a perfect way to introduce readers (young and old) to a wide range of poetry and poets. Perfect for dipping into and finding new poets to explore, the books below include classic poems and new voices. Whether…
Vincent van Gogh: His Life And Art
Vincent van Gogh’s art is instantly recognizable. From his sunflowers to The Starry Night, his works are reproduced on bookmarks, notebooks and calendars around the world. Vincent’s life, as much as his art, continues to hold a fascination for many….
The UN Sustainable Development Goals: Clean Water and Sanitation
Clean water and sanitation are the focus of the sixth UN Sustainable Development Goals. The goal aims to achieve the following: “Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all”. The books below help readers understand the importance…
Mental Maths: Must-Have Books For Kids & Teens
Mental Maths: The ability to calculate maths problems quickly and accurately is a skill that we use all of our lives. These books provide readers with helpful tips and suggestions that are immediately useful. Presented in fun, engaging ways, mathematicians…
New Year: Exploring Celebrations Around The World
The new year signifies new beginnings and fresh starts. These books look at different new year traditions around the world including the lunar new year and religious new year celebrations. Falling in many different months of the calendar year, this…
Shape Poems: A Poetry Study
Shape poems or concrete poems make a wonderful introduction to poetry. These visual poems combine written words and imagery to make a statement. The poem is traditionally arranged in the shape of its subject or something associated with it. Line…
Ballet For Everyone
Originating in 15th-century Italy and taken up by the French courts, ballet quickly spread to become a worldwide art form that continues to entertain. These books for budding dancers introduce ballet’s history and techniques as well as renowned dancers past…
Combustible Chemistry: Shaping Our World One Reaction At A Time
Chemistry rules our world. In a nutshell, “Chemistry is the study of matter and the changes it undergoes” (Khan Academy). From the states of matter to chemical reactions to thermodynamics, chemistry is part and parcel of our daily lives. Cooking…
Stunning Symmetry: A Feast For The Eyes
Visually appealing, symmetry can be found everywhere we look. Art, nature and architecture are prime examples of this. The following books introduce readers to symmetry and its many facets (mirror symmetry, rotational and translational symmetry, for example) in a range…
Hanukkah: Exploring Celebrations Around The World
Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a Jewish festival spanning eight days and nights typically celebrated in late November or December. This selection of books brings the festival to life for readers of all ages. Featuring the…