Politics books for children and teens
Politics books for children and teens including titles by Michael Rosen, Alastair Campbell, Kamala Harris, Amanda Li, Tim Marshall, Malala Yousafzai, George Orwell, Axie Oh and many more.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Rob Colson is a British author known for writing non-fiction books for children and young readers. He has written on a range of subjects, including science, technology, history, and the natural world. Colson’s works include titles such as Ultimate Cars, Ultimate Machines, and Ultimate Transport, published by Dorling Kindersley (DK). He has also authored How to Be a Genius Kid and Super Science: Feel the Force!, both published by Arcturus Publishing.
Colson’s books often feature interactive elements, such as experiments, activities, and quizzes, designed to engage young readers and support learning. He has contributed to series including Super Science and Ultimate Guide. His work has been published by several major UK publishers, including DK, Arcturus, and Wayland.
Rob Colson’s Ultimate Cars was published in 2014 by DK, and Super Science: Feel the Force! was released in 2017 by Arcturus. He has also written Incredible Sporting Champions and Incredible Sporting Events for Wayland. His books are widely available in libraries and schools across the UK.
Colson’s titles have been translated into multiple languages and distributed internationally. His work is recognised for its factual accuracy and accessible presentation of complex topics. In 2018, Super Science: Feel the Force! was shortlisted for the ASE Book of the Year Award by the Association for Science Education.
Politics books for children and teens including titles by Michael Rosen, Alastair Campbell, Kamala Harris, Amanda Li, Tim Marshall, Malala Yousafzai, George Orwell, Axie Oh and many more.
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