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An introduction to how our society and communities work, along with philosophy and general knowledge. Grow children into citizens.
A Quick History of Politics: From Pharaohs to Fair Votes by Clive Gifford
$23.00 NZD
Category: Civics | Series: Quick Histories Ser.
A Quick History of Politics takes us from pharaohs to fair votes, packed with facts and jokes about the many faces of politics through time.
Activists Assemble - Save Your Planet by Ben Hoare; Kingfisher; Jade Orlando (Illustrator)
$20.99 NZD
Category: Civics | Series: Activists Assemble Ser.
The world can seem a scary place to live. Worries and fears about our planet and the impact of human behaviours are widely discussed. But you can help! Activists Assemble -- Save Your Planet details the major current environmental issues, why they occur, and how they can be resolved. Written by Ben Hoar ...Show more
All About Diversity by Felicity Brooks
$23.00 NZD
Category: Civics | Series: All About
This dynamic and joyous exploration of difference helps young children learn to respond in a kind and equal way to everyone regardless of shape, size, age, physical and mental ability, gender, race, beliefs, language, culture, national identity, background, and so on. With topics ranging from clothes, h ...Show more
Amazing Activists Who Are Changing Our World (People Power) by Rebecca Schiller
$19.99 NZD
Category: Civics
Discover the stories of 20 amazing activists who are caring for our planet and its people. Fascinating facts about each activist's life and times are accompanied by bright and accessible illustrations, making this book ideal for young children wanting to learn about incredible people who through their b ...Show more
Big Ideas for Curious Minds: An Introduction to Philosophy by The School of Life; Alain de Botton (Series edited by); Anna Doherty (Illustrator)
$45.00 NZD
Category: Civics | Series: School of Life
Children are, in many ways, born philosophers. Without prompting, they ask some of the largest questions: about time, mortality, happiness and the meaning of it all. Yet sadly, too often, this inborn curiosity is not developed and with age the questions fall away. This is a book designed to harness chil ...Show more
Breaking News: How to Tell What's Real From What's Rubbish by Nick Sheridan
$21.00 NZD
Category: Civics
A funny, practical and ever-so timely guide to the NEWS for 8-12-year-olds. Find out how to understand and navigate 24/7 news, how to spot the facts from the fake . . . and what to do if the news becomes overwhelming. Perfect for fans of Matthew Syed’s You Are Awesome and Rashmi Sirdeshpande's ...Show more
Britannica First Big Book of Why by Sally Symes, Stephanie Drimmer
$47.99 NZD
Category: Civics | Series: BRITANNICA
In this huge, authoritative and lavishly illustrated question and answer book from Britannica, you'll find the answers to all those questions curious kids want to know. Why do elephants have long trunks? Why are clouds different shapes? Why does popcorn pop? Why does your tummy rumble? Why do we flush t ...Show more
Britannica's Word of the Day by Patrick Kelly, Renee Kelly, Sue Macy
$32.99 NZD
Category: Civics
Britannica’s Word of the Day builds knowledge one day at a time with 366 masterful words. Become a word virtuoso in just one year with 366 crackerjack words aimed to impress. This charmingly illustrated book features boffo words selected by the masterminds at Britannica to highlight the best of the Engl ...Show more
Cash is Queen by Davinia Tomlinson
$23.00 NZD
Category: Civics
Cash is Queen breaks down the basics of how young women of today can learn to understand and manage money - an empowering skill that will last them a lifetime. The world's first money book written exclusively for girls, Cash is Queen is designed to deliver the sophistication, practicality and fun guaran ...Show more
Clicks - How to Be Your Best Self Online by Natasha Devon
$28.00 NZD
Category: Civics
An essential handbook for anyone who wants to be the best, most authentic version of themselves on the web. There are three billion people online. Each of those people has their own biases, agendas and issues. It's little wonder when young people step into the digital world and are bombarded with 'hot ...Show more
Democracy! A Positive Primer on People Power. Discover What Defines a Democracy and Why Your Voice Matters by Philip Bunting
$27.99 NZD
Category: Civics
What you say (and how you say it) has the power to change the world. Democracy gives you that power. Democracy is people power. But does democracy really matter? How does it work? And what exactly is democracy, anyway?! Get set to speak up and learn how you can create positive change in your corner of t ...Show more
Everyone Belongs by Avis Heather
$26.00 NZD
Category: Civics
A joyful rhyming book that encourages children to not only value all people but to also make room for their differences in order to make a better, brighter, and more beautiful world, from the New York Times bestselling author of Different-A Great Thing to Be! "We know everyone's different; no two are th ...Show more
