Children's Science and Non-Fiction

Everything had to start somewhere. When was the first digital camera invented? When was the fi rst photograph taken? Who invented toilet paper? When was the internet fi rst put...

Hugs and kisses and lovey-dovey stuff isn't for all of us! A not-too-sweet story about a fierce and grumpy lion who maybe does know what he loves after all. Today...

Help kids ages 6 to 9 discover the life of Barack Obama-a story about hope, change, and breaking down barriers Barack Obama was the first African American president of the...

The world has its ideas of who you are/ but you don t need them,/ to be the person you really are inside/ is Freedom. The empowering lyrical verse of...

The more we notice and appreciate all the good things around us, the better we feel and the better we feel, the more good we can do for others. Give...

Teach little ones about overcoming fears and appreciating the beauty in all things-even the dark-with this poignant picture book about finding wonder in the nighttime. Everyone was afraid of the...

Meet incredible animals with all kinds of highly developed senses and learn about the jobs they do in this fantastic book full of amazing facts, cool science and exciting activities,...

A real-life astronaut is here to tell you what it's REALLY like to blast off into space - and everywhere we might travel in the future! Could we build a...

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo meets Six of Crows -this international bestseller is an edge-of-your-seat thriller that chills to the bone, and not just because of the icy winter...

From W. Bruce Cameron, author of The New York Times and USA Today bestselling novel A Dog's Purpose, which is now a major motion picture! Ellie's Story is a heart-warming...

From W. Bruce Cameron, author of The New York Times and USA Today bestselling novel A Dog's Purpose, which is now a major motion picture! Bailey's Story is a heart-warming...

Facts can be stranger than fiction. We have 1001 of them! Tigers have striped skin, not just striped fur! Bibliophobia is the fear of books! Lightning is 5 times hotter...

Discover the extraordinary lives of the inspiring girls who have lived throughout history at 6 Chelsea Walk.Andie loves living in Chelsea. Amongst the fashion, music and art galleries along the...

There are almost eight billion people alive today. Having that many people in the world puts pressure on both social and natural resources, and we have to ask ourselves difficult...

Do you want to learn how to write your own cool and exciting video games? VIDEO GAME PROGRAMMING FOR KIDS teaches young video game enthusiasts how to program video games...

From the field of genomics which can help identify rare illnesses or develop medicines to treat cancer and Alzheimer's disease to ancestry databases that can reveal genetic heritage and family...

What do plants eat? Why do some plants have flowers and others don't? And what's the tallest plant out there? Ada Twist, Scientist: The Why Files is the perfect nonfiction...

If one vampire bit one person and they turned into a vampire, how long would it take before the whole world filled up with vampires? How much snot do you...

Helping animals, having fun! The best-selling ANIMAL ARK series has been reimagined for a new generation of children. Perfect for animal lovers and fans of Holly Webb and MAGIC ANIMAL...

A historical time-slip adventure for middle grade readers, from the Carnegie Medal-winning author of Apache and Buffalo Soldier . Alfie Wright? Alfie Wrong , more like. Alfie has never really...

This series looks at different body coverings, from the shells on snails to the fur on monkeys and the scales on reptiles. Discover how body coverings vary and the different...

Join the naughtiest unicorn for magic and mayhem in this hilarious series for 6+ fans of Pamela Butchart, Rabbit and Bear, The Worst Witch and UNICORNS! Everyone at Unicorn School...

In Survival mode you're constantly in need of food and other useful items. You can find all these things on your travels, but a true survivor knows the importance of...

Join nine-year-old friends Cassie and Ben as they look after animals great and small in these four bestselling stories. Join nine-year-old friends Cassie and Ben as they look after animals...

Alice adores her young strawberry roan pony, Secret, even though he's always getting into trouble! Alice dreams of a more exciting future for her and Secret ... if only Secret...

When a little mynah bird is stolen from the jungle, he uses his amazing gift of mimicry to fool everyone in his path-escaping from a variety of cages in pet...

Take a fantastical trip to a magical world and meet four tiny sprites with attitude! In between heavy metal practise sessions and cheeky pranks, Talia, Lily, Marri and Dawn get...

Snowflakes is a playful journey into the heart of what it means to be human, exploring the concept of life, death and reincarnation through the tender examination of a snowflake's...

A gripping true story of murder and the fight for civil rights and social justice in 1960s Mississppi. On June 21, 1964, three young men were killed by the Ku...

A stunningly illustrated, heartfelt story about a whale who longs for freedom from an award-winning author and acclaimed artist. Wednesday is a whale who lives in a fishbowl right in...

Birds don't need maps! Many birds make long journeys twice each year as they migrate between their winter and summer homes. Arctic terns fly more than 10,000 miles from the...

Newbery Medal-winning author Patricia MacLachlan has written a magical and funny tale about the joy found in using words, sharing stories, and loving a wondrous dog: Rex. Now available in...

From bestselling and award-winning author Sara Pennypacker comes the long-awaited sequel to Pax; gorgeously crafted, utterly compelling with stunning illustrations by award-winning author and illustrator Jon Klassen. It's been a...

Join the Planetwalker, John Francis, on an exploration of kindness, great and small. From the kindness John has experienced in his own life to the history of how kindness has...

Did life on Earth arrive on a meteorite from outer space? Are there living beings on planets beyond our solar system? If they are out there, what might these aliens...

An inspiring narrative nonfiction picture book by award winners Mark Greenwood and Andrew McLean. In 1942, Sergeant "Griff" Griffin was a prisoner of war. With Christmas approaching, he decided to...

Thermal Herman 6-7/8 is the top Kat Hat in Matt Katz's company. A trained cat who is able to form himself into specialty hats, Thermal Herman is world-renowned for his...

A 2015 Pura Belpr\u00e9 Illustrator Honor Book and a 2015 Robert F. Sibert Honor Book Almost 10 years before Brown vs. Board of Education, Sylvia Mendez and her parents helped...

From master of middle grade horror Mary Downing Hahn, a new thriller about bravery, unexpected friendship, and sinister cats that will captivate readers with its chilling mix of mystery and...

A sweeping story of love and rescue and an unforgettable journey back in time to the Second World War - from the Nation's Favourite Storyteller At her ancestors' home in...

Meet orangutans, leopards, crocodiles and more as you journey through the jungle. The sturdy pages are uniquely shaped and great for curious little hands to explore. The layering of the...

Do you like drawing? Do you like rhyming stories? Do you think yo-yos are cool? Well then, this is the book for you! It has 9 rhyming stoires that teach...

A fun, heartwarming series about the puppies that train to become Guide Dogs and the families who help raise them. A fun, heartwarming series about the puppies that train to...

Pack your brain with over 100 of the yuckiest facts and trivia from around the world! From yucky germs to animals who clean the snot out of their noses with...

One day, when Baby Hippo woke up, he was in such a rush to go and play that he forgot to give his mum a kiss... The story that follows...

Jump into the bathtub with Little Hippo and join in the noisiest bathtime ever! Discover just how noisy bathtime can be as Little Hippo and Mummy Hippo enjoy their bubbly,...

The lovable Wonky Donkey is back-but he's playing hide-and-seek with Dinky Donkey! Join him in this playful adventure as he searches for his daughter. Lift the colourful felt flaps to...