The non-fiction books published today are so incredible and so much more detailed and beautiful than the ones I knew in school. These are sure to entice and engage readers!
What’s the actually factually difference? By Jane Wilsher and Liz Kay, Published by Words & Pictures (Quarto)
This is a hidden gem of a book! It aims to help readers understand the difference between two similar things. As you browse the topics and items, I am sure you will be drawn to varying ones, just as I was. I was drawn to the pages on space and appreciated the difference between solar and lunar eclipse as well as so many others. The illustrations are perfect for the facts and for highlighting the differences. Readers of a wide age range will find something to discover in this book. This would be ideal for helping with homework or for fact finding in school.
Six Queens by Lydia Monks, Published by Macmillan
There is a fascination with Tudor kings, queens and the six wives of Henry VIII, one which I fully subscribe to. This is the second book about the six I have read recently. Lydia Monk’s book goes into a huge amount of detail and history leading to the Tudor court and the reign of this famous king. I loved the style of illustration and the accessible text that shared facts about the six wives. I spent a long time reading this, proving that books like this are perfect for all ages. I have no doubt this book will be incredibly popular in school and at home.
Bridges by Magda Garguláková and Jakob Bachorìk, Published by Post Wave Children’s Books
From the end papers all the way throughout this book, I was blown away by the details in the illustrations and facts, as well as the style. For budding engineers or architects this book will fill their minds with the information needed to start their career. I loved discovering more about the bridges I have crossed and the stories and movies linked to famous bridges. I was fascinated by each page and found myself wishing I had chosen a different career! What an incredible book!
The World at Night by Ben Lerwill and Paula Bossio, Published by Buster Books
This is a beautiful book, filled with night-time scenes across plains, mountains, deserts and other wondrous places around the world. It sets out to show readers what happens when we head to bed and it may surprise you to discover the wonders that happen at night. The nocturnal world is one that we rarely see but it is brought to life through the illustrations and facts shared. The illustrations are phenomenal and I think readers will be impressed and will learn so much.
Alexander von Humboldt: Explorer of the Americas and Beyond by Rocío Martínez, Published by Prestel
This tall book will surprise and delight readers as they flip pages and fold out fantastic maps showing the journeys of Humboldt! This beautiful book will introduce readers to Humboldt and his curiosity, which led him on some incredible journeys and adventures to new places around the world. I am still learning about Humboldt as I explore this book- he really was an incredible person. Intelligent, curious and courageous. He took risks, discovered new things and wrote about everything he learned! Even Darwin read his works!
Beasts of the Deep by Matt Ralphs and Kaley McKean, Published by Nosy Crow and the University of Cambridge
My son has always been fascinated by the sea and creatures of the deep. We have both loved reading about the zones of depths and those who make them home. The black pages really allow the bold illustrations to take centre stage and readers will be enthralled as they discover some weird and wonderful beasts. I was a bit late to the game with this book but I am so glad I kept it to read and discover. Nosy Crow and their thoughtful partnerships are bring in some incredible books to young readers!
The Greatest Stuff on Earth by Steve Tomecek and John Devolle, Published by What on Earth Books
This is another fantastic book from What on Earth and it is a compact book filled with facts and information about the science that makes up our world- atoms, compounds, energy and so much more. I like that the basics are explained in great detail ahead of diving in to discover how they are used to make other items. The illustrations are a fantastic mix of graphics and photography. I found it a great way to spend some time discovering more about the science of the world.
The Maps and Flags Book by Joe Fullman and Andy Rowland, Published by Buster Books
Flags are often more detailed and symbolic than we realise and this book will share a flag fact with readers, teaching them something new. It’s so nice to see all the flags and to remind myself of some of those smaller and lesser known countries. I found it so interesting to see what the populations and currencies are as well as understanding when the flags were adopted. An incredible amount of research went into this book and that is conveyed so well with the clever design and style of the book and illustrations.
I am a primary school teacher, turned librarian. I am Children’s Librarian for Suffolk Libraries, a job I adore!
I read constantly and have more books than bookshelves, but I wouldn't have it any other way.
I celebrate reading every day at work I am currently Vice Chair on the National Executive Committee for the Federation of Children’s Book Groups!
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Some really interesting books in this line up. Love the look of the tall book and anything with maps and flags will get our attention in this household from all family members.
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Some really interesting books in this line up. Love the look of the tall book and anything with maps and flags will get our attention in this household from all family members.
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