Children’s / Teenage general interest: Places and peoples

';A truly inspiring read.

A funny, colourful story for young children about empathy and helping those who may need it, from the multi-award-winning creator of One Fox.

There are BILLIONS of wonderful ways to be human - as many ways as there are people on planet Earth.

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.

Rabbit borrows a book about wolves from the library.

"e;What terms are acceptable now to refer to black people and why has that changed over time?

A laugh-out-loud cautionary tale (for children and grown-ups) written by Catherine Emmett and illustrated by David Tazzyman, bestselling illustrator of the Mr Gum series and You Can't Take an Elephant on a Bus.

Return to Tokyo for a royal wedding in Tokyo Dreaming, by Emiko Jean - the sequel to the Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick and New York Times bestseller Tokyo Ever After.

Aziza's Secret Fairy Door and the Birthday Present Disaster is the third title in a fun and inclusive, young magical adventure series for readers of 6-8 from Lola Morayo.

Aziza's Secret Fairy Door and the Ice Cat Mystery is the second title in a fun and inclusive, young magical adventure series for readers of 6-8 from Lola Morayo.

This Is Our World, written by Tracey Turner, is a colourful celebration of our planet's cultural and environmental diversity - an unforgettable journey that brings the people, customs and wildlife of twenty places around the world vividly to life for young readers.

From rising star Victoria Cassanell, Penguin Parcel is a sparkling Arctic adventure about friendship, empathy, and a very long journey.

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

A laugh-out-loud funny, rhyming picture book created by Donna David and Fred Blunt.

Have you ever wondered just what goes on in a dog's head?

A hilarious tale about a a boy with a wild imagination and his loving family, from award-winning author, Swapna Haddow and bestselling artist, Dapo Adeola.

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 defiant, moving and joyful picture book about the power of protest and the importance of books.

Constance in Peril is a brilliantly funny story from the creators of the critically acclaimed The Misadventures of Frederick, a Sunday Times Children's Book of the Year.

A gorgeously illustrated book about friendship and looking past differences from the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal winner Catherine Rayner.

Aziza's Secret Fairy Door is the first title in an inclusive magical adventure series, perfect for readers of 6-8 from debut author Lola Morayo.

Perfect for bedtime, Arlo The Lion Who Couldn't Sleep is a beautifully illustrated story with a gentle mindfulness message from award-wining author-illustrator Catherine Rayner.

A Reese Witherspoon Book Club YA Pick!

Step into historic London and follow two young wildcats caught in the Great Fire, in The Fire Cats of London: a story of daring, courage and loyalty from bestselling, award-winning author of The Umbrella Mouse, Anna Fargher.

A laugh-out-loud funny story, full of animal facts and .

"e;Destined to become a beloved classic"e; - The IA funny and frock-filled story for modern children who don't just want sequins and sparkles on their dresses, from rising star Lily Murray and Waterstones Prize-winning illustrator, Jenny Lovlie.

A playful, warm and funny story following a boy with a wild imagination and his lively family, from brand new creative duo: Swapna Haddow and Dapo Adeola.

From Katie Cotugno and author of Sex and the City Candace Bushnell comes this fierce and feisty exploration of feminism: standing up, speaking out and rewriting the rules.

The greatest challenge is believing it's possible .

One Fox is a stunning counting book and thrilling farmyard adventure from the brilliantly talented author and illustrator, Kate Read.

A sweet and funny picture book about kindness, creativity and how to make a hat for a mountain.

We're Nature Girls!

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

A heartwarming picture book based on the incredible true story of social media sensation and round-the-world-cyclist Dean Nicholson and his trusty cat companion, Nala.

A commemorative picture book celebrating the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, ideal for sharing with readers aged 8+.

The incredible true story of a young and brilliant Princess who grew up to become our Queen Elizabeth, the longest-reigning monarch.

Women in Art celebrates the success of some of the most iconic and fearless women who paved the way for the next generation of artists.

Striking illustrations and an empowering story combine to introduce young readers to the world of maths, creative thinking and problem-solving.

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

'An inspiring gift for teenagers with a conscience' - Independent'We're not the future.

Celebrate a whole alphabet of trailblazing, groundbreaking wonder women from around the world and through time, taking in Ada Lovelace, J.

A life-changing book that shows kids it's cool to be kind.

Meet the amazing Emma Watson: fantastically feminist, incredibly inspiring and astounding actor and activist!

This is the absolutely astonishing, fantastically feminist and, best of all, totally true story of one amazingly inspirational global icon!

An inspiring, empowering, fantastically feminist and totally true story, perfect for fans of Little People, Big Dreams and Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls!

Women in Sport celebrates the success of the tough, bold and fearless women who paved the way for today's athletes.

Protest injustice.

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

A gloriously illustrated celebration of trailblazing women.

This updated edition of this 20-year-old bestselling title, with consultants from Mencap, enables parents to help their children explore questons about concerns about disability in a simple and reassuring way.