Books like Cleopatra (What's Their Story?)
Thomas Edison (What's Their Story?)
Haydn Middleton, Anthony Morris, Tony Morris, 1997
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates Thomas Edison's inventive journey vividly.
Inspires curiosity and innovation in young readers.
Educational content that supports school curriculum.

Thomas Edison (What's Their Story?)
Haydn Middleton, Anthony Morris, Tony Morris, 1997
Award winning
Project X Code: Forbidden Valley Dino Danger
Haydn Middleton, Jon Stuart, Marilyn Joyce, Di Hatchett, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-rich story enhances engagement and imagination.
Features problem-solving skills, boosts critical thinking.
Characters teach teamwork and perseverance values.
Combines literacy with fascinating dinosaur facts.

Project X Code: Forbidden Valley Dino Danger
Haydn Middleton, Jon Stuart, Marilyn Joyce, Di Hatchett, 2012
Rigby Star Indep Year 2 Lime Non Fiction Weird Weather
Monica Hughes, Haydn Middleton, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Explores fascinating, unusual weather phenomena.
Enhances scientific curiosity and knowledge.
Supports Year 2 literacy and comprehension skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Rigby Star Indep Year 2 Lime Non Fiction Weird Weather
Monica Hughes, Haydn Middleton, 2004
Award winning
African Beginnings
James Haskins, Kathleen Benson, Floyd Cooper, 1998
48 pages
Why to read
Explores rich histories of ancient African civilizations.
Enhances understanding of diverse cultures and heritage.
Supports development of global awareness in children.
Engaging storytelling sparks curiosity and learning.

African Beginnings
James Haskins, Kathleen Benson, Floyd Cooper, 1998
Award winning
Cleopatra Tells All!
Chris Naunton, Guilherme Karsten, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging historical narrative with vibrant illustrations.
Enhances knowledge about Cleopatra and ancient Egyptian culture.
Encourages historical curiosity and learning.
Supports development of reading comprehension skills.

Cleopatra Tells All!
Chris Naunton, Guilherme Karsten, 2022
Award winning
Mouldy Mummies (Smelly Old History)
Mary Dobson, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with fun, historical facts about ancient Egypt.
Encourages interest in history through smell-based sensory elements.
Enhances vocabulary with specialized historical and cultural terms.
Stimulates curiosity and learning about different civilizations.

Mouldy Mummies (Smelly Old History)
Mary Dobson, 1998
Rotton Romans Shuffle-puzzle Book (Horrible Histories Novelty)
Terry Deary, 2007
12 pages
Why to read
Interactive puzzle book enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages kids with fun historical facts and stories.
Promotes hands-on learning and critical thinking.
Entertaining approach to history, suitable for young readers.

Rotton Romans Shuffle-puzzle Book (Horrible Histories Novelty)
Terry Deary, 2007
Award winning
A Glorious Age in Africa: The Story of 3 Great African Empires (Awp Young Readers Series)
Daniel Chu, Eliott Skinner, Moneta Barnett, and Elliott Skinner Chu, Daniel, 1965
120 pages
Why to read
Explores rich history of three major African empires.
Enhances knowledge of African culture and heritage.
Encourages curiosity about historical events and figures.
Supports development of cultural awareness and understanding.
