Children’s / Teenage general interest: Warfare, battles, armed forces
Ransom Publishing Awesome ATAs
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£6.25
Ransom Publishing 321 Go! Stunt Man
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£5.99
Badger Publishing Natural World Wonders: 2022
Book SynopsisTravel the world and cross the continents on an incredible journey to explore the most magnificent natural wonders on Planet Earth. This book celebrates awe-inspiring geographical features, providing key facts and spectacular photography that would-be explorers will relish.
£9.75
BookLife Publishing War
Book SynopsisHistory will never seem boring again once you have read all these fascinating stories about events that happened in the past. Illustrations from the past as well as pictures of actual items involved in some of history''s most famous stories.History will never seem boring again once you have read all these fascinating stories about events that happened in the past. Illustrations from the past as well as pictures of actual items involved in some of history''s most famous stories.
£9.49
Hungry Tomato Ltd Flying Forces
Book SynopsisAmazingly powerful machines that cost millions of dollars dominate the airspace at super speeds are the perfect vehicles for emergency rescue and secret missions. They have lots of stories to tell, a fascinating history, and require highly trained crews to pilot them. Flying Forces is from our dynamic Buzz series of HiLo non-fiction books, designed to appeal to older or struggling readers. Includes photographs with the wow factor, and accessible fact-packed text with edgy appeal that doesn't overwhelm. Flying Forces will switch on the reading bug because it's a real page-turner.
£9.49
Little Island The Táin: The Great Irish Battle Epic
Book SynopsisQueen Maeve’s army is marching north to steal the great brown bull, the pride of Ulster. But one man stands in their way. Cúchulainn, the Hound of Ulster, vowed in boyhood to protect his homeland – even if it means taking on an invading army himself. One by one Maeve’s warriors challenge the hero, and one by one they fall. Can Cúchulainn hold out until reinforcements arrive – and how will he fare against the one man in Ireland he doesn’t want to fight? Ireland’s most important myth is retold in English for children by the great scholar of Old Ireland, Alan Titley. Titley goes back to the source material and his translation sparkles with the wit and humour, as well as the thrill and battle, of the ancient tale. Illustrations by artist Eoin Coveney lend a modern feel. This is Irish myth as you haven’t read it before.Trade Review"A welcome rival to the widely available versions of European tales." * Sara Keating, The Irish Times *"This gutsy, vivid, gruesomely humorous retelling of the seminal Irish myth is perfectly judged for folklore addicts." * The Guardian *"Accessibly written and as full of gore as the battle itself ... it will instigate discussions about war, heroism, myths and legends." * BookTrust *"This is a fantastic story." -- BBC Radio 4"Author Alan Titley, while retelling the saga in fine detail, has also made it more accessible to young and contemporary readers ... The author, with the aid of excellent illustrations by Eoin Coveney, brings to life ancient gods, godesses, druids, legendary warriors, and Cúchulainn's magical spear (ga bolga) in a tale which explores jealousy, friendship, loyalty, and even the futility of war. In an age where a plethora of mythical stories abounds, The Táin is a wonderful reminder of our Irish mythology, told in a style that will engage young readers." * InTouch magazine *"Updating the language while keeping the story true to its time is a tricky tightrope but it's beautifully managed here, and the many illustrations by Eoin Coveney are rich and atmospheric." * Meath Chronicle *"Alan's writing is clear and easy to follow, and Eoin's illustrations are a marvel. They're just beautiful; I could spend hours examining them for different details. The story is exciting and moves along at the right speed." * Read and Reviewed *"Dive into this ancient Irish tale, retold by a masterful storyteller that will have you on the edge of your seat ... Prepare for a journey filled with intrigue, fierce battles, and a quest for ultimate power.' * Read with a Rescue *
£8.54
Chooseco LLC Choose Your Own Adventure Spies Josephine Baker
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£6.99
North Star Editions Aircraft Carriers
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£25.59
North Star Editions Drones
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£25.59
North Star Editions Helicopters
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£25.59
North Star Editions Submarines
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£25.59
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Combat Planes
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£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Hollow Chest
Book SynopsisDebut author Brita Sandstrom arrives with an unforgettable modern folktale of the darkness around and inside us, and the courage it takes to keep hope alive. “Hollow Chest is remarkable on so many levels—its exquisite writing, its startling originality, its deep empathy. An astonishing debut.” —Anne Ursu, award-winning author of The Lost Girl Charlie has been having nightmares. Eyes watching him in the night, claws on his chest, holding him down. His dreams have been haunted for years, ever since German bombs rained down on London, taking his father’s life, taking his city’s spirit, taking his beloved brother, Theo, off to war in France.Now Charlie is left to take care of his grandpa Fitz while his mother works, waiting for the day when Theo will come home. And with World War II nearly won, that day is almost here. Grandpa Fitz warns Charlie that soldiers sometimes come bac
£12.74
Teacher Created Materials Conserving an Aircraft
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£10.26
Creative Company,US X-Book Fighters: Pirates
Book SynopsisA countdown of five of the most legendary pirates provides thrills as readers explore the lives, weapons, and battle tactics of these renegade fighters.
£8.09
North Star Editions US National Guard
Book SynopsisThis book gives an exciting overview of the US National Guard, from when it first formed to its missions and members today, as well as their tasks, equipment, and training. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.
£10.44
North Star Editions World War II: Causes of World War II
Book SynopsisThis book describes the events and alliances that led up to World War II, including the reasons that various nations joined the fight. In addition to historic photos, this book includes a table of contents, two infographics, critical thinking questions, two "A Closer Look" special features, a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5-6 and interest levels of grades 5-9.Trade Review"A series that will circulate often and be especially useful for class units on the war and its effects." —School Library Journal
£27.99
North Star Editions World War II: Weapons of World War II
Book SynopsisThis book describes the weapons that were used and invented during World War II, including tanks, planes, and the atomic bomb. In addition to historic photos, this book includes a table of contents, two infographics, critical thinking questions, two "A Closer Look" special features, a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5-6 and interest levels of grades 5-9.Trade Review"A series that will circulate often and be especially useful for class units on the war and its effects." —School Library Journal
£29.74
North Star Editions World War II: World War II in Eastern Europe
Book SynopsisThis book describes the key battles that took place on the Eastern Front during World War II, including the Battle of Stalingrad, which was longest and deadliest battle of the war. In addition to historic photos, this book includes a table of contents, two infographics, critical thinking questions, two "A Closer Look" special features, a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5-6 and interest levels of grades 5-9.Trade Review"A series that will circulate often and be especially useful for class units on the war and its effects." —School Library Journal
£27.99
North Star Editions World War II: World War II in Western Europe
Book SynopsisThis book describes the key events that took place on the Western Front during World War II, including the Axis advance, the liberation of France, and the invasion of Germany. In addition to historic photos, this book includes a table of contents, two infographics, critical thinking questions, two "A Closer Look" special features, a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5-6 and interest levels of grades 5-9.Trade Review"A series that will circulate often and be especially useful for class units on the war and its effects." —School Library Journal
£27.99
Strategic Book Publishing The Best-Laid Plans: A Maps and Chipper Adventure
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£9.68
Floris Books A Secret Diary of the First World War:
Book SynopsisWhat was the First World War really like? Step into the boots of 14-year-old soldier James Marchbank and find out.Inspired by the real-life diary of a Scottish boy soldier, each easy-to-read chapter mixes James's story with timelines, letters, diagrams and illustrations to create a fact-tastic account of the First World War, which is both fun and emotionally engaging for younger readers.Why was rat hunting a popular hobby in the trenches?How did parachuting pigeons help win the war?Why would a really good friend rub whale oil on your feet?What did it feel like to be a teenager at war?Take a journey through time and discover all the most important and incredible bits of the First World War.A Secret Diary of the First World War is the first in a new brilliant series, which blends together intriguing facts and fascinating fiction to bring the most exciting, gruesome and crucial moments of Scottish history alive for young readers.Trade Review'This short, accessible and extremely informative read deserves a place in the library of every school in the country... Essential reading for every Scottish pupil.'-- Simon Lamb, North of Scotland Newspapers'A Secret Diary of the First World War is inspired by an actual account of a teenager who fought on the Western Front. Gill Arbuthnott has used his story to make the Great War more accessible to younger readers... He kept a diary and Gill has used it as the basis for her book which also includes blocks of explanation to help modern readers. The book is illustrated by Darren Gate in a very engaging style. I'm very glad to have this book and I'll certainly add it to my collection... This is a book that deserves to be read.'-- Jane Sandell, Young People's Librarian at Moray Council
£6.99
Ransom Publishing 321 Go! Astronaut
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£5.99
New Generation Publishing Soldier
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£9.36
Zero to Ten The Second World War: 1939-45
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£11.99
Focus Readers The Korean War
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£10.44
North Star Editions Bombers
Book SynopsisThis book describes the history, features, and uses of bombers. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 23) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 37.
£25.59
North Star Editions Ships
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£27.19
North Star Editions Fighter Pilots
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£29.59
Palgrave USA Tasting the Sky
Book SynopsisIn this ground-breaking memoir set in Ramallah during the aftermath of the 1967 Six-Day War, lbtisam Barakat captures what it is like to be a child whose world is shattered by war.
£9.76
Jolly Fish Press Lines We Draw: A Story of Imprisoned Japanese
Book SynopsisSumiko Adachiâs life changes after Japan bombs Pearl Harbor. When an arbitrary dividing line is drawn through Phoenix, Sumiko finds herself forced into a confinement camp. Her best friend, Emi, is not. Can Sumiko and Emi maintain their friendship when one of them is imprisoned and the other remains free?
£11.78
Rockridge Press Heroes of World War II: A World War II Book for
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£14.24
Abrams Lafayette Nathan Hales Hazardous Tales 8 A
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Nathan Hale has a way with history. He tells the stories in such a way that young readers can at least begin to understand what happened . . . Once again, Hale tells a tale of daring-do with lots of action and interesting characters.” -- Publisher's Weekly
£11.99
Rockridge Press World War II History for Teens: Understanding the
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£12.34
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Joan of Arc
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£10.95
Farrar, Straus and Giroux (Byr) The Churchill Club Knud Pedersen and the
Book SynopsisA true account of seven Danish teens who dared to fight the Nazi war machine. Phil Hoose interweaves his own narrative with the recollections of Knud Pedersen himself.
£14.24
Cengage Learning, Inc Number the Stars
Book SynopsisIn Lois Lowry's unforgettable Newbery Medal-winning novel, a ten-year-old Danish girl's bravery is tested when her best friend is threatened by Nazis in 1943. As the German troops begin their campaign to "relocate" all the Jews of Denmark, Annemarie Johansen’s family takes in Annemarie’s best friend, Ellen Rosen, and conceals her as part of the family.Through the eyes of ten-year-old Annemarie, we watch as the Danish Resistance smuggles almost the entire Jewish population of Denmark, nearly seven thousand people, across the sea to Sweden. The heroism of an entire nation reminds us that there was pride and human decency in the world even during a time of terror and war.With a new introduction by the author.
£8.99
North Star Editions Civil War: Black Soldiers in the Civil War
Book SynopsisThis title focuses on the hardships and opportunities experienced by black Americans during the Civil War, especially those who fought for the Union. Critical thinking questions and two “Voices from the Past” special features help readers understand and analyze the various views people held at the time.Trade Review"Clearly written titles introduce readers to different aspects of the Civil War." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£12.34
Farrar, Straus & Giroux Inc How I Learned Geography
Book SynopsisHaving fled from war in their troubled homeland, a boy and his family are living in poverty in a strange country. Food is scarce, so when the boy''s father brings home a map instead of bread for supper, at first the boy is furious. But when the map is hung on the wall, it floods their cheerless room with color. As the boy studies its every detail, he is transported to exotic places without ever leaving the room, and he eventually comes to realize that the map feeds him in a way that bread never could. The award-winning artist''s most personal work to date is based on his childhood memories of World War II and features stunning illustrations that celebrate the power of imagination. An author''s note includes a brief description of his family''s experience, two of his early drawings, and the only surviving photograph of himself from that time.How I Learned Geography is a 2009 Caldecott Honor Book and a 2009 Bank Street - Best Children''s Book of the Year.
£18.69
National Geographic Kids Everything Battles
Book Synopsis National Geographic Kids Everything Battles captures all of the action and valor of the battlefield, as well as the trappings that go with it. Kids will browse eye-popping photographs and illustrations, as they peruse fascinating facts and information about armor, weapons, uniforms, technology, military jets, battleships, military technology, top-secret intelligence and more. Topics include five ultimate battles, the greatest commanders of all time, and an entirely interactive chapter, in which kids can decipher a secret code, develop their own battlefield strategy, and more. Throughout this dynamic book, layers of authoritative information and fun sidebars and facts make historic events accessible and fascinating for young readers.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
£11.24
Rockridge Press Historic Battles from World War II for Kids: 15
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£12.34
Algar Editorial Sadako Y Las Mil Grullas de Papel
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£12.67
Penguin Putnam Inc Sadako
Book SynopsisIn this reinvention of Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes, images by Caldecott medalist Ed Young and new text by Eleanor Coerr come together to inspire children of all ages. In her novel Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes, Eleanor Coerr told the moving story of Sadako and her brave struggle against leukemia, the “atom-bomb disease,” which she developed when she was twelve, just ten years after the bomb was dropped on Hiroshima. The novel became a classic, and when Sadako’s story was to be made into a film, Caldecott medalist Ed Young was asked to do the illustrations. With love and commitment, he created nearly 300 hauntingly beautiful pastels which bring to life the spirit of Sadako, her courage and her strength.A masterful collaboration that will attract many new friends for Sadako.—School Library JournalCoerr's condensed text succeeds in retaining the simple lyricism of the original, allowing the leukemia-stricken Sadako to emerge as a quietly courageous girl.—Publishers Weekly
£9.15
Ransom Publishing 321 Go! Drag Race
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£5.99
North Star Editions World War II: Causes of World War II
Book SynopsisThis book describes the events and alliances that led up to World War II, including the reasons that various nations joined the fight. In addition to historic photos, this book includes a table of contents, two infographics, critical thinking questions, two "A Closer Look" special features, a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5-6 and interest levels of grades 5-9.Trade Review"A series that will circulate often and be especially useful for class units on the war and its effects." —School Library Journal
£12.34
Scholastic Inc. Lines of Courage
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£8.54
Abrams Hidden Hope
Book SynopsisA Sydney Taylor Honor Book Written by Emmy Award–winning journalist Elisa Boxer and movingly illustrated by the acclaimed Amy June Bates, Hidden Hope is the award-winning, remarkable true story of how a toy duck smuggled forged identity papers for Jewish refugees during World War II. During World War II, a social worker named Jacqueline bicycled through the streets of Paris, passing Nazi soldiers and carrying a toy duck to share with the children she visited. What the Nazis didn’t know, however, was that Jacqueline wasn’t a social worker at all, but a Jewish member of the French Resistance. Families across Europe went into hiding as the Nazis rounded up anyone Jewish. The Star of David, a symbol of faith and pride, became a tool of hate when the Nazis forced people to wear the star on their clothing and carry papers identifying them as Jewish, so that it was clear who to arrest. But many brave souls dared to helTrade Review***STARRED REVIEW*** “With extensive back matter supporting both the author's and the illustrator’s work, this is a harrowing account of one girl’s bravery and a compelling assurance for youth that everyone has a potential hero within.” * Booklist ****STARRED REVIEW*** “An important true account to add to all collections. Gauthier’s inspiring story will spur on anyone who doubts just how much difference one young person can truly make.” * School Library Journal *"Bates’s atmospheric watercolor and gouache paintings emphasizing black and muted red tones propel the scenes with varied, inventive compositions.” * The Horn Book Review *
£18.35
Roaring Brook Press Bomb Graphic Novel
Book SynopsisA riveting graphic novel adaptation of the award-winning nonfiction book, Bombthe fascinating and frightening true story of the creation behind the most destructive force that birthed the arms race and the Cold War.In December of 1938, a chemist in a German laboratory made a shocking discovery: When placed next to radioactive material, a Uranium atom split in two. That simple discovery launched a scientific race that spanned three continents. In Great Britain and the United States, Soviet spies worked their way into the scientific community; in Norway, a commando force slipped behind enemy lines to attack German heavy-water manufacturing; and deep in the desert, one brilliant group of scientists, led by father of the atomic bomb J. Robert Oppenheimer, was hidden away at a remote site at Los Alamos. This is the story of the plotting, the risk-taking, the deceit, and genius that created the world''s most formidable weapon. This is the story
£14.24
