Summer is a time when some go travelling, so we have selected the perfect books that can transport a reader somewhere else even if they’re not going away. On the list we have a fantasy book based on African history and mythology, a non-fiction book tracing the Ottoman Empire and a sizzling… read more
Parents everywhere will understand the plight of poor Mrs Large. All she wants is five minutes’ peace and quiet away from her boisterous children! So, taking refuge in the bathroom, she fills herself a hot, foamy bubble bath and takes in a tray of her favourite breakfast and the morning paper…. read more
This resource accompanies the puzzle-packed epic adventure The Ten Riddles of Eartha Quicksmith by Loris Owen, the first book in her middle grade series.
You'll find: chapter-by-chapter lesson material, discussion prompts, activity suggestions and a fun quiz at the end!
The resource is… read more
Produced in partnership with Science Museum Group.
Download and share these fun Area Cards to learn more about the role of science and innovation in our Gadgeteers' 6 main interest areas: Food, Fashion, Entertainment, Sport, Music, Environment.
Each card is packed with fantastic facts,… read more
Create an adventure in your own back garden this summer with this Activity Trail pack. Print out the PESTS, hide them wherever you want and see who can find the most of them.
About the Book
Meet Stix, the tiny but heroic mouse who might be living behind your washing machine. But is he… read more
Create your own PEST party, test your knowledge and draw your dream pizza with this activity pack celebrating the must-read, madcap new series from the creator of 'Diary of Pig'.
About the Book
Meet Stix, the tiny but heroic mouse who might be living behind your washing machine. But is he… read more
Explore all the colours of the rainbow with this activity sheet and colouring in sheet.
About the Book
Freya loves rainbows. She loves their bright colours and their curvy shape. More than anything, she wishes she has one of her very own. One that she can keep forever. So she decides to… read more
Helping our planet can feel overwhelming at times, but every little action really does count, especially when lots of people join in. Just look at the busy bees and other pollinators for proof of what can be achieved. Together, these tiny insects make a HUGE difference.
But now the… read more
To kick off your summer, Rebellion Publishing and award-winning Children's book author Tom Palmer invite you to join them in a fun and free assembly celebrating the fantastic football book series, Roy of the Rovers!
With the series now spanning sixteen exciting instalments across illustrated… read more
Bloomsbury Children's Books has created an activity pack to promote Tom Percival's Big Bright Feelings series, including the latest title, Milo's Monster!
Tom Percival's Big Bright Feelings series is the perfect springboard for talking about mental and emotional health, positive… read more
Fizzing with rhythm, energy and laughter, the 30 poems in Ready for Spaghetti delight in the details of children's daily routines. Full of affectionate observations of young children, which are beautifully continued in Polly Dunbar's warm-hearted pictures, Michael Rosen's poems are ideal for… read more
To mark World Friendship Day, also known as International Day of Friendship which takes place on 30 July this year, we have compiled a booklist focusing specifically on books written about friendship.
Tell us what you think about these books or any others you have read by tagging us on social… read more