It’s all happening this year!  And what a great chance to introduce our children to these great historical subjects.

RMS Titanic’s 100th anniversary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The 15th April 2012 marks 100 years since the sinking of RMS Titanic on her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York City. Explore the history of Titanic and the tragic events that unfolded on that fateful night 100 years ago with these Usborne books.

 

Titanic. (Young Reading Series 3) Hardback.  £4.99  Ages: 7+

Titanic Sticker Book.  Paperback.  £6.99 Ages:  6+

 

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee 

Among the many new titles coming soon celebrating Kings and Queens, London and Queen Elizabeth ll, this is the luxury Diamond Jubilee special edition of this fascinating account of Britain’s Kings and Queens – a must-have title for every family bookshelf.

• Shows how Britain’s history has been shaped by the lives, loves, triumphs and tragedies of its kings and queens from Alfred the Great to the Windsors.
• This enthralling story is brought vividly to life with majestic portraits and family trees, intriguing facts, photographs and illustrations and recommmended places to visit.
• Includes internet links to additional resources, including video clips, games and interactive features.

Hardback.  £16.99  Ages:  8 +

 

An enthralling introduction to one of the most famous women in the world, accompanied by stunning photographs, a family tree and timeline.

Published to coincide with The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, with fascinating photographs that capture her childhood and the grandeur and drama of her reign.

Written for children ready to tackle more complex reading and with internet links to carefully selected websites to find out more.

Queen Elizabeth ll.  (Young Reading Series 3) Hardback.  £5.99  Ages: 7+

 

2012 Summer Olympics

• A brilliant introduction to the history of The Olympics, from the traditional games of Ancient Greece, to their revival by Pierre de Coubertin and the pomp and ceremony of the modern Games.
• Internet links to carefully selected websites allow children to access the very best sites to support this book and enhance their learning experience.

 

 

 

The Story of the Olympics (Young Reading Series 2)  Hardback  £5.99  Ages: 6+

 

And look out for all these fantastic Spectator Guides coming to The Book Mums soon.

NOW is a fantastic time to host a party or join our team to get these first-class books for your own children at discounted rates. 

 Can’t decide?  Wish you had a Fairy Book-Mother to help?  Just get in touch.  Our joy is finding the right book for the right child.