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Celebrating South Asia
Bhangra Boogie Hena Khan Talia wants to be as graceful as the bhangra dancers at the mehndi - a traditional South Asian pre-wedding celebration. But her feet drag and her arms freeze when she tries to dance in front of others. Instead, she sits in her chair. But with...
Amazing Muslims
Eid for Nylah Nizrana Farook Nylah the cat is making her usual visits to the homes in her street, but something is very different today. Families are creating decorations or making food, some are trying on new clothes or decorating their hands with henna. Everyone is...
Diverse Biographies for Children
Take a look at our favourite biographies, all about amazing diverse people from history! From neurodivergent superstars to social justice heroes, be inspired by these extraordinary people who changed the world. Looking for more suggestions? Browse our...
KS3: Diverse Fiction
Run, Rebel Manjeet Mann When Amber runs, it's the only time she feels completely free - far away from her claustrophobic home life. Her father wants her to be a dutiful daughter, waiting for an arranged marriage like her sister Ruby. Running is a quiet rebellion. But...
KS3: Graphic Novels
Cross My Heart and Never Lie Nora Dåsnes Tuva is starting seventh grade, and her checklist of goals includes: writing a diary, getting a cool look, building the best fort in the woods with her BFFs, and sharing everything with them. But when she starts school,...
KS3: New History
Nelson, Hero of the Seas Dominic Sandbrook and Edward Bettison The world is at war, and oceans have become battlefields. Napoleon Bonaparte, tyrant of France, has crushed one country after another. Now his cruel eyes are fixed on Britain. Only one man can stop him -...
Positive books on disabilities for older children
Major and Mynah Karen Owen and Louise Forshaw Getting your first hearing aids can be nerve-wracking; especially when you have to wear them to school. When Callie realises her new hearing aids - 'the Slugs' - give her the unique ability to communicate with Bo the Mynah...
Books on Mindfulness
Mighty Mindsets Niamh Doyle and Carol Betera How does your brain work, and what does it have to do with moods? Why do you sometimes feel anxious, cross or afraid, and what can you do about it? How can breathing, looking at a snowglobe, or changing what the voice...
Books on Tantrums
Sometimes I Just Won't Timothy Knapman and Joe Berger Being a toddler is an emotional rollercoaster. Some days you want to put your coat on, you don't mind sharing and you can't wait to have your bath. There are days when you're the first to slide down the biggest...
Books on Changing Families
Always Your Stepdad Stephanie Stansbie and Tatiana Kamshilina Whatever you do, wherever you go, whoever you become - I'll always be your stepdad. This lyrical love letter of a book explores the unique challenges, joys and experiences of becoming a blended family....
Books on Feelings
What Are You Feeling? Daniel Gray-Barnett An illustrated guide to emotions that helps children identify and articulate how they are really feeling, 'What Are You Feeling?' aims to develop emotional literacy for children aged 5-8 years. It is a book about finding...
Books on Kindness
The Station Cat Stephen Hogtun A lonely little kitten wanders into a dull, grey station, full of dull, grey people. Her colourful fur and bright green eyes bring warmth and life to this weary place, and soon people begin to notice the kitten. As she learns about the...