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Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Katie Daynes is a British author and editor known for her work in children’s non-fiction. She has written and edited numerous titles for Usborne Publishing, specialising in educational books for young readers. Her publications include the popular “Lift-the-Flap Questions and Answers” series, which covers topics such as science, history, and the natural world. Daynes has also contributed to the “See Inside” series, including titles like See Inside Your Body and See Inside Planet Earth.
Her books are widely used in schools and libraries, supporting early learning and curiosity in children. Daynes’s work often involves collaboration with illustrators to create engaging, interactive content. She has written on a range of subjects, including science, history, and world religions, aiming to make complex topics accessible to young readers.
Among her notable titles are What is Racism?, What is the Coronavirus?, and Lift-the-Flap Questions and Answers About Science. Her books have been translated into multiple languages and are distributed internationally by Usborne Publishing.
Daynes’s contributions to children’s literature have been recognised through the popularity and educational value of her books. In 2021, What is Racism? was shortlisted for the Teach Primary Book Awards.
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The School Reading List compiles this list of recommended books monthly. This children’s and YA books of the month list highlights new releases and editions of fiction and non-fiction books suitable for children and young adults aged 2-16.
Here’s our selection of great nonfiction books and topic books for children about castles. These reading suggestions contain a range of books suitable for primary aged children aged 5-11 in KS1 and KS2.
Each month, the School Reading List compiles a list of recommended books and on this page, we feature an archive of recommendations for picture books, fiction, and nonfiction from previous years.
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