Secondhand Childrens Reference Books

The Horrible History of Ireland tells you about centuries of dreadful deeds, from cruel Celtic chieftains and suffering saints to the troubled 20th century. Want to know: why wax models...

A friendly and reassuring guide for girls as they approach puberty, explaining the changes that will happen to their bodies as they grow up and how these changes might make...

UK and Ireland's best-loved comedian Dara O Briain takes you on a journey from the safety of your comfiest chair to the furthest reaches of space (and beyond!) So you...

Everybody knows that Spartacus was a great gladiator and enjoyed giving the Romans the run-around. But in this book readers will discover fascinating facts that they didn't know, such as...

Check out the brand new series of official Minecraft Guides. The first four titles in the series, Guide to Exploration, Guide to Creative, Guide to Redstone and Guide to the...

Hey, buster! Normal life is a total yawn. So break out of boredom with multi-million-copy bestselling author Lauren Child, and meet your new favourite heroine... Ruby Redfort: detective, secret agent,...

Bestselling author and illustrator Liz Pichon gives you a step-by-step guide to drawing the wonderful characters from her blockbuster Tom Gates series, and more! The must-have art activity book for...

This is a beautifully illustrated collection of traditional Irish legends for children. It includes the stories of The Children of LirDeirdre of the SorrowsSetantaThe Salmon of KnowledgeFionn and the DragonOisin...

In this book from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Agatha Christie, the most famous crime writer of all time. When Agatha was young,...

Children might think everyday life is boring but hoo-ee, are they wrong!Science is a non-stop EVERYWHERE, EVERYTHING adventure with some incredibly cool stuff going on, too. You've got your incredible...

This is a look at the nasty side of science. It examines such grim facts as where food goes after it is eaten, what happens when a boil bursts, why...

After fifteen fearsome years on the page, "Horrible Histories" are coming to the small screen - with all the nasty bits intact - of course. Twelve classic "Horrible Histories" are...

Refreshed, renewed, reloaded! All the foul facts about the TERRIFYING TUDORS are ready to uncover, including: who invited Queen Lizzie to visit his brand new toilet and what you get...

Science with the squishy bits left in! 'Bulging Brains' will blow your mind! Get your brain cells buzzing as you discover what a fresh brain really smells like; why chopping...

Science with the squishy bits left in! 'Disgusting Digestion' will leave you craving for more! Are you hungry to discover ... how much pee your bladder can hold without popping?...

YouTube sensation John D. Ruddy brings history to life with clarity and hilarity in videos that have amassed millions of views around the world. Here, his viral online hit, Manny...

Check out the brand new series of official Guides. The first four titles in the series, Guide to Exploration, Guide to Creative, Guide to Redstone and Guide to the Nether...

A game-changing guide to being happier, healthier and succeeding better, based on the Sunday Times bestseller - 150,000 copies sold! A HANDBOOK FOR WHEN THINGS GO WRONG Pretty much all...

Join sports journalist Evanne Ni Chuilinn as she guides us through the wonderful world of Gaelic Games. Discover what goes on behind the scenes on match day and which county...

Covering historic and current figures from the worlds of the arts, sport, business, politics and social activism, Black and Irish will also find space to celebrate everyday heroes-lesser known figures...

I want to show you how you can be a champion in almost anything you put your mind to. Marcus Rashford MBE is famous worldwide for his skills both on...

For the legions of dedicated Ripley's fans, and anyone else on the planet who loves the extraordinary but true, this latest annual is a feast of delights. Following hot on...

Never Mind the B#ll*cks, Here's the Science is Professor Luke O'Neill's biggest runaway bestseller in which he grapples with life's biggest questions and tells us what science has to say...

Everything you ever wanted to know about the Irish Women's soccer team, from national games to international fame! This must-have unofficial souvenir of the Irish Women's soccer team charts their...

Welcome to the next book in your Little Library. When your collection is complete you'll have a Little Library - and big knowledge!Discover the first female president of Ireland, Mary...

An amazing flap book packed with inventions, machines, gadgets and devices, and facts and information about how they work. Over 90 flaps reveal the insides of car engines, toilets, escalators,...

CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2019SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER"A very funny and inspiring read! Brilliantly practical with a wide variety of examples that make it relevant for both boys...

Fur-raising tales of real-life Rebel Cats! Discover secrets, stories and facts about history's most fascinating felines. An engaging collection about cats who are the heroes of their own stories, Rebel...

The official tie-in to The Return of the King, in which actor Andy Serkis relates how he and the team of animators brought Tolkien's character Gollum to life. Film-making history...

How does an acorn grow into a tree? What does a baby sea horse eat? Discover the amazing stages of different life cycles and learn all about your favourite species...

If ever there was a book to make you switch off your television set, The Dangerous Book for Boys was it. And now, from the same authors, after the success...

Collins Very First Spanish Dictionary (age 6+) is packed full of fun and useful vocabulary to give you and your child a head start in learning Spanish. Based on the...