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History Stinks! Poo Through the Ages – Activity Sheets

Topic: History, Non-Fiction, Science

Age Range: 7-11

Related Book: History Stinks!: Poo Through the Ages

Book Creator: Suzie Edge

Unearth the funniest and stinkiest facts from history with medical doctor, historian and TikTok sensation, Dr Suzie Edge. Dive headfirst into the stinky secrets of our past, from Henry VIII’s dodgy diet to the dark depths of Victorian sewers. Perfect for fans of Horrible Histories aged 7+.

Themes: History | Science | Human Body

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Animal All-Stars – Activity Sheets

Topic: Non-Fiction

Age Range: 7-11

Animal All-Stars is a hilarious guide to the animal kingdom where your favourite animals go head-to-head

Themes: Animals | Sports | Problem-solving | Animal facts

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Be Awesome Go Big Transition Pack

Topic: Growing up, Life changes, Mental Health, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship

Age Range: 11-14, 7-11

Related Book: You Are Awesome

Book Creator: Matthew Syed

Be Awesome, Go Big is a package to help Year 6 students transition into Year 7. It can be used by students and parents at home or in school with teachers in class. It is designed to be motivational, helpful and reassuring and to help young people feel valued, loved, encouraged and equipped for the journey ahead.

A project from PiXL Club and Hachette Children’s Group.

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The Girl Who Sang – Teaching Notes

Topic: Empathy, History, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship

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Book Creator: Sammy Savos

Enia is just 7 years old when the Nazis invade Poland. Her family and carefree village life is torn from her as she’s taken to Auschwitz.

This graphic novel memoir of courage, hope and survival brings this heartrending story to a new generation with expressive, emotional illustrations. Supported by curriculum-linked resources for KS2/3.

Themes: The Holocaust | Poland during WW2 | Antisemitism | Trauma | Grief and loss | Family | Friendship | Freedom | Survival | Refuge | Immigration | Voice | Remembrance

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Dinos Love Numbers – Activity Sheets

Topic: Maths, Non-Fiction, Science

Age Range: 3-6

Related Book: Dinos Love Numbers

Book Creator: Adam Frost

Dinos Love Numbers is the perfect picture book for all maths-loving kids, dinosaur-loving kids and those kids who are not sure about numbers, packed with illustrations and super-cool prehistoric creatures.

Themes: STEM | Maths | Dinosaurs | Facts | Prehistoric creatures

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There’s a Rang-tan in My Bedroom – Teaching Notes

Topic: Climate change, English, Geography, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship

Age Range: 3-6, 7-11

Related Book: There's a Rang-Tan in My Bedroom

Teach children about the plight of the orangutan and the dangers of deforestation in, There’s a Rang-tan in My Bedroom, the timely and beautiful picture book by James Sellick and Frann Preston-Gannon, in collaboration with Greenpeace. We’ve got lots of excellent resources that will help you plan KS1 and KS2 lessons and assemblies as well as encouraging children to think about campaigning and how to help save the environment.

Themes: Environment | Animal Welfare | Climate Change | Geography and deforestation

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Black Stories Matter – Activity Sheet

Topic: Growing up, History, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship, Race & identity, Sports

Age Range: 7-11

Related Book: Black Stories Matter: Amazing Artists

Book Creator: J.P. Miller

Discover inspiring black men and women through history, from artists to inventors, in this beautifully illustrated biography collection. Black Stories Matter feature biographies of famous and inspiring black people, celebrating their lives and achievements, and seeing how they’ve made a difference to change the world we live in. The books are ideal for readers aged 9 and above.

Themes: Race & Identity | History |

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Topic: Empathy, Growing up, LGBTQ+, Life changes, Mental Health, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship, Race & identity

Age Range: 11-14, 7-11

Related Book: How to Grow Up and Feel Amazing!

Book Creator: Dr. Ranj Singh

Filled with easy-to-understand explanations, down-to-earth advice and cheeky illustrations, this growing-up guide by trusted paediatrician Dr Ranj is perfect for boys aged 10+ who want to discover the confidence to be the very best version of themselves.

Themes: Gender and Identity | Growing up | Mental Health and Body Confidence | Developing Healthy Relationships

If I Ran the Country – Teaching Notes

Topic: English, History, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship, Politics

Age Range: 11-14, 7-11

Related Book: If I Ran the Country

Book Creator: Rich Knight

What would you do if YOU ran the country?

This fun, smart-thinking introduction to politics gives kids the chance to run their own country, learning everything from elections and tackling big issues like climate change, to teamwork and leadership skills along the way. From journalist and BBC Radio 4 factual commissioning editor Rich Knight.

Themes: Politics | Leadership | Personal values | Fairness | Teamwork

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Exam Attack – Poster

Topic: Non-Fiction

Age Range: 11-14, 14+

Related Book: Exam Attack

Book Creator: Nicola Morgan

A positive guide to challenging exam stress full of practical advice and study tips to help with revision and preparing for exams.

Download the poster for top study tips.

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The Book of Bok – Teaching Notes

Topic: Non-Fiction, Science

Age Range: 3-6

Related Book: The Book of Bok

Book Creator: Neil Armstrong

Introduce children to the Apollo 11 Moon landing adventure in this informative picture book based on a speech by Neil Armstrong about Bok, the Moon rock he brought back from his mission.

Themes: Earth and Space | Space Travel | The Moon | Exploration | Inspirational People

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Storyland – Teaching Notes

Topic: English, History, Non-Fiction

Age Range: 11-14, 7-11

Related Book: Storyland: Britain began with myths… (children's edition)

Book Creator: Amy Jeffs

Uncover Britain’s lost myths and legends with your class in this beautifully illustrated mythology, supported by downloadable curriculum-linked teaching notes.

From the Trojan heroes who wrestled with giants to Syrian sisters who found refuge in our forests, inspire students to develop a love of our diverse and magical British history, uncovering heroes and monsters right on your doorstep.

Themes: History | Myths & Legends | Medieval Britain | Literacy | Storytelling

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