Collection: Junior Non-Fiction Society & Beliefs

Australia was colonised by Britain from 1788 and, since then, people from Britain and Europe have been encouraged to make Australia their home. Sometimes they came as hopeful new settlers, and sometimes as desperate people seeking any refuge from war and destruction in their homeland.

Could Dr. Frankenstein's machine ever animate a body? Why should vampires drink from veins and not arteries? What body parts are best for zombies to eat? (It's not brains.) This fascinating encyclopaedia of monsters delves into the history and science behind eight legendary creatures, from Bigfoo...

From the flesh-eating ghosts to the fearsome Sasabonsam Monster and the tale of a man named Hate-to-be-contradicted, these exciting stories are about tricks and magic, cunning heroes and wicked villans, and the threats of terrifying ghost.

A Muslim Life explores what it means to be a Muslim, from prayer and visits to the mosque, through christening and wedding ceremonies, to the joy of Id celebrations and the Hajj.

An exciting introduction to the awesome adventures of the eager explorers, dynamic daredevils, imaginative inventors, and other pioneers who shaped the world. Take a dive into the great unknown and go on a daring journey across land, sea, and sky as you explore the highest mountains, deepest ocea...

There is no one way to have a family and no right way to be a family. My Family, Your Family is a powerful non-fiction book that focuses on what makes a family, explores how different families come together and celebrates the idea that every family is unique. Specifically written by producer, edu...

"What are the core teachings and beliefs of Buddhism? Readers will learn about one of the world's most widely practiced religions through the lens of two different perspectives and dive deep into important figures, sacred texts, holidays, and commandments"--Provided by publisher.

A classic picture book edition of My Little Book of Big Freedoms illustrated by award-winning illustrator Chris Riddell, published in partnership with Amnesty International. We all want a good life, to have fun, to be safe, happy, and fulfilled. For this to happen, we need to look after each othe...

My Skin, Your Skin is a powerful book to help children and adults have meaningful discussions about race and anti-racism. Most importantly, the book empowers children to be the best versions of themselves; to have self-love, self-esteem and self-worth, irrespective of their skin colour. This book...

Have you ever met a Yeti, or seen Nessie hiding below the surface? There's no proof that these creatures exist, but just in case, we've collected the stories of some of the biggest, baddest and oddest monsters in the world.