Non-Fiction 9+

An in-depth look at the rich and fascinating, but often unreported, history of the African continent through the ages. From prehistoric Africa, through ancient Egypt to the African kingdoms, the slave trade, colonialism and countries' struggles for independence, right up to the modern-day contine...

Become the next equestrian with this picture-led encyclopedia and meet different horse breeds, from the tiny Shetland pony to the towering Percheron, as well as wild asses and zebras. 'Eyewitness Horse' is essential reading to appreciate how majestic our biggest companions really are. Kids can un...

We humans aren't strong like lions, we don't swim as well as dolphins, and we definitely don't have wings! So how did we end up ruling the world? The answer to that is one of the strangest tales you'll ever hear. And it's a true story.

Get inside the machinery of the modern world and understand the science that makes it all work. Have you ever been tempted to take the back off your TV? Have you wondered about what's going on beneath your feet on the street where you live? 'How Technology Works' lifts the lid on the technology y...

This title showcases the greatest achievements of ancient civilisations, peoples and iconic figures from history. From the Nubians to the Native Americans, and the Akkadians to the Aztecs, our predecessors have pioneered a plethora of wonderful and wacky inventions, technologies and practices. Th...

Think all sharks are man-eating terrors? Think again! There's so much more to these fascinating, often peaceful, and frequently misunderstood, creatures. This book takes you through the hungry history of these incredible creatures. Sharks range in size from whale sharks longer than buses, to Pana...

Experience the flavour of India by using the delicious recipes in this book! As well as being able to make food such as vegetable samosas and rogan josh, readers can also read about Indian culture, such as farming, national festivals and daily life. Top kitchen tips help beginner cooks to get sta...

Meet the dreamers and adventurers, go behind the scenes of exciting rocket launches, and blast off into the great unknown with India's space missions. Learn about India's first rocket launching station, which was housed in a 400-year-old church. Know everything you ever wanted to know about the v...

Full of funny findings and disgusting discoveries, you'll uncover important inventions that changed the world and saved lives like electricity and the internet, and captivating creations that absolutely did not (but are still a lot of fun) like smell o vision and trampolines. An A to Z of the bes...

Full of funny findings and disgusting discoveries, you'll uncover important inventions that changed the world and saved lives like electricity and the internet, and captivating creations that absolutely did not (but are still a lot of fun) like smell o vision and trampolines. An A to Z of the bes...