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How to keep teenage boys reading 17/04/24
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Rashmi's favourite factual books 15/04/24
Son of the Circus: A Victorian Story
Publisher: Scholastic
Ted is a 12-year-old boy living with his mother and brother in South Yorkshire in 1867. But his whole world is flipped upside down when a man rolls into town, announcing himself as Ted’s father and a well-respected circus owner, looking to get his son involved in the family business of horse tricks and acrobatics.
Based on real people and historical events, Son of the Circus is a tale of triumph, perseverance, fitting in and standing out in a crowd. With a real feel of Victorian Britain, the story deals delicately with the experience of being a person of colour in the latter part of the 19th century, and delights readers with the intricacies of circus life.
A perfect read for history buffs, as well as those wanting a sneak peek behind the curtain of circus life. Additionally, it’s a great story for all about overcoming adversity and finding your own unique talent.
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Our favourite books about Black History for older children (9-12)
Check out our favourite books about Black History for older children, from 9-12. Exciting, engaging and truly interesting, these books are perfect for curious children.
Also check out our list for 4-8 year olds and our list for teens
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Books set in the Victorian times
These fiction books are all set in the nineteenth century, and are suitable for ages 7-11. They provide an insight into Victorian lives, shining a light on different aspects of society, with settings as varied as Cardiff, London and a travelling circus. They are all realistic stories.
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Black History Month
For Black History Month we have put together a booklist of historical stories from Black History around the world.
