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During Ramadan, Muslim families all over the world visit their mosques to listen to verses from the Koran. They will eat before dawn and will not eat again until after sunset.

Marcia Williams explores the rich culture and traditions of Ancient Egypt in this attractive large-format picture book.

Did you know that the underground railways in Moscow and St Petersburg are decorated with mosaics, paintings and even chandeliers? This book reveals fascinating facts about Russia.

This introduction to writing fiction, targeted at Key Stage 2 English and Literacy pupils, is a very practical and clear guide full of advice and tips.

This beautifully-presented pop-up atlas has lots of flaps to lift, tabs to pull and facts to discover.

This book uses illustrations to explore a much-adapted speech made by a Native American Chief over 150 years ago

From the stupidest criminal in the world to the intelligence of your right foot, this book has an answer to anything and everything.

Tried and tested and guaranteed to get children of all ages and abilities reading

There is much to discover in Van Allsburg’s sepia tinted, almost photographic illustrations, which complement the story well

An account of the secret work carried out during WWII at Bletchley Park, based on the experience of Manning's own mother, Taff.

This award-winning picture book celebrates the diversity of peoples and traditions in Australia

Mick Manning has carefully recreated the hair-raising tales his father told him about life as an RAF tail-gunner during the Second World War

A range of insects are introduced – wasps, solitary bees, ants, dragonflies – and their behaviour described.

Vibrant design fills each page and the alphabetical listings create a clear, engaging read

The first in an innovative new non-fiction series from Nosy Crow, this fun and colourful app follows the life-cycle of friendly frog Franklin through three generations.

This simple yet haunting book tells the story of the First World War from the point of view of the writer’s uncles who lost their lives in the conflict.

An excellent humorous introduction to the artist for younger readers

Explore the capital city in 3D in this fun pop-up book.

Everything you've ever wanted to know about dinosaurs is explained in a witty, accessible style in this book full of fascinating facts.

Your jaw will drop at the Big Bang and then you will find out that it is gravity which caused your jaw to drop. This ingenious book is a 3D extravaganza and perfect for curious young minds.

Gaze at ice age bison, painted 14,000 years ago; explore Mohenjodaro, a sophisticated city in the Indus Valley built around 2600 BC; and discover whether the legendary city of Troy really eisted.

A photographic diary documenting a day in the life of a four year old girl.

A sensitive look at bullying for younger children - the reader is encouraged to think about and understand bullying and advice on ways in which to deal with the problem.

One of a series of non-fiction books, which also includes The History of the World and of Space and Greatest Greek Myths, this is a fun and lively introduction to all things dinosaur.

This delightful cookery book is the perfect way to inspire youngsters to have fun in the kitchen

Hearld's nostalgic illustrations are the perfect accompaniment to this lovely chronicle of a child's first experiences of nature

A sequel to Ape, this beautifully illustrated book takes us through some of the extinct and endangered animals in the world.

A very satisfying approach to a young information book and to making veg more friendly.

Lets children explore the world one flap at a time.

Roger McGough intersperses a comical set of fictional inventions with information about genuine ones like the biro, the frisbee and the parachute in this lively story illustrated by Holly Swain.

The ideal first reference book for primary school children

Each colourful spread features one of ten endangered species, with a boldly printed statement for beginner readers swirling across the page.

Children use their different senses to explore how the arrival of new babies is celebrated around the world.

Have you ever looked a giant squid in the eye, shaken hands with a gorilla or been face to face with a tiger?

This exquisite picture book invites readers to accompany a host of animals from walruses to whales, as they migrate to the Arctic for the summer months

The ideal first reference book for primary school children

A limited palette of extremely bright colours emphasises the images of dinosaurs and the qualities of their environments in this book.

Packed full of fascinating facts about everything from banquets to battles, this delightful and engaging history book will be sure to grab young readers’ imaginations

The life cycle of a queen bumblebee starts on a sunny spring day when she sleepily leaves her winter home...

The wonderful mix of humourous illustrations, pop-up features and fascinating poo-related facts make this a winning book for young children

Full of fascinating facts and figures about the earth and beautifully illustrated with David Dean’s bright and colourful maps

Have you ever wrestled a crocodile? Or put your head in the mouth of a hippopotamus? Or let a tarantula walk on your hands? If you answered no, to all of the above, then this could be the book for you!

An excellent resource for religious education

Facts about polar bears are woven alongside the lyrical text in this sumptuously illustrated picture book.

Nicola Davies’ chatty picture book describes in detail the dimensions, eating habits and life-cycle of the blue whale.

Seahorses are one of the most fascinating and ancient creatures that inhabit the oceans and this book explores their life-cycle and habits in some detail.

This is a photographic commentary on the harsh reality of life for some of the world's poorest people and how education is seen as the main escape route from a lifetime of struggle.

An engaging introduction to the world of sharks, which seeks to dispel the myths about them, while adding fascinating detail.

Endorsed by Amnesty International UK, this beautiful picture book details the rights of every child in words that are easy for young readers to understand.

A non-fiction picture book with a strong multicultural and equal opportunities focus