Children’s / Teenage general interest: History and the past

Richard and his two best friendsEd and Bobhad it all figured out when they left their homes in Kennebunkport, Maine, for the warmer climes of Daytona Beach, Florida.

A new book that will inspire children, by the global bestselling author of Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different.

From Adventures on Trains author and British Book Award 2021 winner Sam Sedgman comes a beautiful and fact-filled book encapsulating the excitement and wonder of adventure and travel - all seen through the world's most epic train journeys.

Winner of the Book of the Year, Children's Illustrated and Non-Fiction at The British Book Awards, 2021Inspire young readers with this short, essential introduction to Black British history by award-winning historian and broadcaster David Olusoga.

Embark on a journey through Black British history with this beautifully illustrated guide by award-winning historian and broadcaster, David Olusoga.

The story of Queen Elizabeth II, who famously said 'if I wore beige, no one would know who I was', told through her clothes and jewellery.

A picture book story about the triumph of hope, love, and determination, Coming to England is the inspiring true story of Baroness Floella Benjamin: from Trinidad, to London as part of the Windrush generation, to the House of Lords.

A beautiful gift anthology containing forty incredible poems written out in the shape of world shapers!

The greatest challenge is believing it's possible .

Meet Katherine Johnson, the mathematical genius who helped make the historic Apollo 11 moon landings possible.

Sometimes history seems like a laundry list of malevolent monarchs, pompous presidents and dastardly dictators.

_______________AN INCREDIBLE 4-IN-1 COLLECTION OF THE FIRST FOUR FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN BOOKS: Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the WorldFantastically Great Women Who Made HistoryFantastically Great Women Who Saved the PlanetFantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders_______________'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST_______________The perfect gift for curious children who want to learn all about the world's most FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN!

This young adult adaptation of the New York Times bestselling White Rage is essential antiracist reading for teens.

Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie & Kate Greenaway Children's Book Awards 2018_______________Uncover the true story of an Egyptian king, and the 20th century explorer who found him.

'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POSTFrom bestselling author and illustrator Kate Pankhurst, descendent of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, comes another 'smart, informative, inclusive and accessible' book about trail-blazing women.

Discover the adventures of Athena, the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom, war and courage.

Set your sails east with this stunningly original new history of the world.

'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POSTKate Pankhurst, descendent of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, is back with a brand new wildly brilliant and accessible book about incredible women in the world of work.

'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POSTOver half of all the visual artists working today are women, but the paintings and sculptures shown in many galleries and museums tell a different story because they're usually the work of men.

'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POSTPrepare to be inspired with this fantastically great new series for young readers from bestselling author Kate Pankhurst, descendent of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst.

WITH A FOREWORD BY SIR RANULPH FIENNES_______________CELEBRATING 70 YEARS OF THE FIRST SUCCESSFUL EVEREST ASCENT 1953-2023_______________This beautifully illustrated book tells the incredible story of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, the first people ever to set foot on the top of Everest.

'So good I read it twice' - Hilary McKay, author of The Skylarks' War'This thrilling time-slip adventure oozes magic and heart' - Bookseller EDITOR'S CHOICEWhen Charlie's longed-for brother is born with a serious heart condition, Charlie's world is turned upside down.

Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie & Kate Greenaway Children's Book Awards 'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POSTNow a stunning hit musical!

'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POSTThe eagerly anticipated follow up to Kate Pankhurst's hugely successful Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, number one best-selling children's non-fiction title.

Answer the REALLY BIG QUESTIONS about how our incredible universe came to be, with astronaut Tim Peake.

THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR BIG MUSIC FANS AND LITTLE PUNKS.

A collection of amazing real-life stories about space exploration and adventure.

Who needs a Prince Charming when you're busy running the world?

Secrets in the Skies delves deep into the life and discoveries of the world's most famous stargazer, Galileo Galilei, and the star-studded history of astronomy, from our prehistoric ancestors to the work of today's most brilliant scientists.

On June 28 1969, around one o'clock in the morning, New York City Police raided the Stonewall Inn, a bar in Greenwich Village, New York.

The perfect Christmas gift for aspiring adventurers!

A beautifully illustrated history of the iconic flying machines that have helped us soar through the skies.

In 1666, London's citizens woke to see the skyline above their city's cramped wooden houses ablaze.

A young king.

This exciting story brings the tale of the great fire of London to life for young readers.

Travel back in time to Ancient Greece to discover the origins of the Olympic Games.

Discover the fascinating history of the Asian community in Britain, from the first settlers to the 21st Century.

Discover the fascinating history of African migration, from thousands of years ago to the 21st Century.

Discover the fascinating history of African and Caribbean communities in Britain, from pre-Roman times to the 21st Century.

Spend the day with a historical figure and discover how people lived in different eras.

Travel back to the time of the stone, bronze and iron ages!

The early Mayans date back to 1800 BC however the golden age of Mayan civilization was around AD 250.

Celebrate the Queen's remarkable life with this colourful and charming picture book by historian Kate Williams, taking young readers on an amazing journey through Queen Elizabeth II's seven decades on the throne.

Rise Up: Ordinary Kids in Extraordinary Stories features 29 tales of amazing young girls and boys who have achieved the unimaginable.