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Children's Books

We have a fun assortment of children’s books that are perfect for budding historians. The wide range of products provides an entertaining, educational experience of history. Our books range from the ever-popular Horrible Histories series for the older readers to amusing picture books for the younger audience.

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World War I Replica Pack

This First World War Replica Pack is a collection of high quality reproduced war paper memorabilia, packaged in a clear bag with header card. Contains: Joining the Ranks booklet, Patriotic Pledgeca...

£6.00

Horrible Histories Cracking Castles

From Tintagel Castle in Cornwall to Skibo Castle in the Scottish highlands, Horrible Histories: Crackin' Castles covers the history of Britain from the time of the Romans to the London Blitz. Fill...

£6.99

That's Not My Dragon

This delightful series of board books is aimed at very young children. The bright pictures, with their patches of different textures, are designed to develop sensory and language awareness. Babies and...

£6.99

The Great Britain Quiz Book

Which Roman emperor built a huge wall in 122AD? How many birthdays does the Queen have? And what is bubble and squeak? Packed with legends, landmarks, monarchs and more, this book has over 250 questio...

£5.99

Adventures Of King Arthur

With Britain facing chaos, the mysterious Merlin takes the infant Prince Arthur into hiding. Years later, the young boy discovers that he is the country’s rightful ruler. Together, King Arthur a...

£9.99

My Secret War Diary

A fascinating diary account of the Second World War, as seen through the eyes of a young girl. Flossie is just nine years old when, in 1939, Britain declares war on Germany and her father leaves the f...

£11.99

What Mr Darwin Saw

In 1831, at only 22 years old, Darwin was offered the position of Naturalist on HMS Beagle's world voyage. He was set to become a clergyman but returns after five years at sea an inspired geniu...

£8.99

Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World: Activity Book

Join some of the world's most inspiring women in this must-have activity book based on Kate Pankhurst's number one bestselling title Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World. Full of fu...

£5.99

Fantastically Great Women Who Changed History

Fantastically Great Women Who Made History is a celebration of extraordinary women from around the world and how their remarkable lives marched them into our history books. Blast into space with astro...

£6.99

The Story Of Queen Victoria

Victoria was just 18 when she was crowned Queen in 1837 - a tiny figure, with a will of iron. She made Britain great and the people loved her for it. But in 1861 tragedy struck, when her husband Alber...

£7.99

Replica Pack: Suffragettes

Many of the equalities enjoyed by the women of England today may not have been possible without the campaigning of the brave women throughout history. This Suffragettes replica memorabilia pack contai...

£6.00

Ladybird Histories Battle of Hastings

Packed full of interesting and entertaining details that will delight all readers - from details about important characters to the influence the battle had on the future of England. Everything you nee...

£7.99

In the Castle

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a castle? Follow the adventures of a little boy who longs to be a knight and you’ll find out. Key Features: Paperback ...

£5.99

The Roman Empire

Who were the Romans? How did they build their empire? Why did they build the Colosseum? And what was daily life like in ancient Rome? Find out in this fact-filled book, with map and timeline, which...

£8.99

100 Facts: Roman Britain

100 Facts: Roman Britain is an amazing illustrated children's book for 7-10 year olds. Discover fascinating information about everything from how the Romans fought to their style of architecture a...

£2.99

Animalium Activity Book

A book of creative colouring and drawing activities for animal lovers, from the best-selling illustrator of animalium. Set out on a drawing adventure through the animal kingdom. Find a way through ...

£8.99

The Enchanted Castle

The story of "Sleeping Beauty" retold using a cast of cats, dogs and other animals instead of people. This three-dimensional tale includes architectural nooks and crannies, crenellated roofs...

£8.00

The Adventures of King Arthur

Young readers can enjoy the medieval legend of King Arthur, carefully written for children starting to read alone. These exciting tales follow Arthur as he rules his kingdom, falls in love and tries t...

£5.99

Children's World War Two Pack

The Second World War changed the lives of millions of men, women and children. Nearly 2 million children were evacuated over the course of the war and each child was given a variety of items to help t...

£6.00

If Stones Could Speak

What are the secrets of the ancient stone circle? Were the carefully placed stones a burial site, an ancient calendar, a place of Druid worship... or even a site of sacrifice? World renowned archae...

£10.99