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If Hercules Braver is going to survive his new secondary school, he has to live up to his name, fast. He needs to become strong and tanned and popular, like a Greek hero. Not weak and pale and unpopular, like a Greek yoghurt. But his bid for popularity ends up saddling him with a set of impossible tasks … like cleaning out the monster-riddled school pond, facing up to the school bully and finding the headmaster’s missing cat.

Then Herc’s charming, impressive birth dad turns up after years living in Greece, and Hercules thinks his problems are solved. With God-like strength and awe-inspiring powers, could his dad even be … the real Zeus?!

And will Hercules learn what it truly means to be a hero?

A hilarious, accessible package brilliantly illustrated by David O’Connell. Ideal for fans of Louie Stowell’s Loki, Maz Evans, Marvel’s Thor films and Disney Hercules.

Hercules Braver’s are loosely based on the first three Labours of Hercules, ideal for all young fans of Greek mythology!

Warm-hearted representation of blended families and alternate father figures.

Recommended Children’s Books About The Slave Trade

Our list of the best children’s books about the slave trade is an essential guide to educating children about slavery in history in an age-appropriate way.

Children can discover stories of how Harriet Tubman helped to free hundreds of slaves in Trailblazers: Harriet Tubman, or how Mary Prince escaped slavery to become a key figure in the abolitionist movement in Mary Prince. Younger readers can join Paloma as she discovers her family’s history in Our Story Starts in Africa.

Rich with memoirs and tales of bravery and extraordinary journeys as well as exploring the wider themes of racism and exploitation, this varied selection of titles aims to illuminate the important topic of slavery in a way that children can engage and relate with.

 

Chapter book

London, 1601. Honesty, a storyteller seeking fame and fortune, befriends Alice, a maid to Queen Elizabeth I. But can Alice be trusted? A tale of intrigue, scheming and plots set in the spellbinding world of the Elizabethan court. A thrilling adventure where nothing is as it seems.

Picturebook

King Charles the III is now King of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth, but he is finding his new crown just a little heavy to manage and he is worried that he might not be as beloved as his dear mama, Queen Elizabeth II. But his good friend Tom the gardener is on hand to show him that kings must wear all sorts of hats and that he must be brave and allow himself to be the king he was born to be.

Best Children’s Books about King Charles III

What better way to get to know our monarch than this list of the best children’s books about King Charles III? Featuring richly-illustrated books full of facts and fun stories for sharing, children will love learning about the King’s life story and passions, and the customs and traditions of his role.

Our list of recommended stories about the King provides a glimpse into the life of our monarch and offers a perfect blend of education and entertainment, making history come alive in an engaging and accessible way. For young readers looking to learn about the King’s life story and journey to coronation, this list will provide the most relevant recommended books such as The Boy Who Would Be King or Our King Charles.

For readers looking for fiction themed around the king, we recommended the entertaining illustrated picturebook The King’s Hats or a royal encounter with a favourite character in Winnie The Pooh Meets the King.

Whether it’s a bedtime story or a classroom adventure, join us on this enchanting journey through living history and introduce young children to the royal world of King Charles III.

Picturebook

A simple storybook for very young children to celebrate coronation day.

In this funny storybook, King Charles is on his way to Westminster Abbey to be crowned. He meets his colourfully dressed subjects one by one, from beefeaters in blue to a very yellow lollipop man. Before long, he realises he’s very, very late! Will he make it to the Abbey in time?

Read this jolly read-along story to find out – then turn to the non-fiction page at the end to find out more about the coronation ceremony!

Marion Billet’s illustrations bring the buzzing celebrations to life. With famous London sites to spot and soft learning about colours woven into the story.

Picturebook

‘Kings and crowns and whatnot? It sounds like something out of a dream or a fairy tale,’ said Eeyore.

When Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends go on an expedition to a Royal London Park they don’t expect to find themselves in the middle of a royal adventure.

This charming story takes place at a very special Royal Coronation. When Winnie-the-Pooh and Piglet lose Eeyore in the crowd, they come up with a plan to find their friend. Along the way they meet a Very Important Person and learn about the importance of kindness, helping others and new beginnings.

This classic character children’s book will make a wonderful keepsake to honour the historic coronation of King Charles III.

Non-fiction

King Charles III: environmental activist, monarch and head of the Commonwealth. Read all about the life of King Charles III, from his early days at boarding school and watching his mother become queen to his dedicated work as an environmental activist and becoming king himself, this book will take you on a royal tour through King Charles III’s life.

Celebrate the king’s coronation and the beginning of his reign with this book that shines a light on the wonderful achievements that form King Charles III’s legacy.

Did you know that Charles has a frog named after him? Or that he’s a qualified pilot and diver? How about that Charles is an accomplished artist? Find out everything there is to know about Great Britain’s newest king with this remarkable history book.

A Life Story: With striking black and white illustrations, this gripping series throws the reader directly into the lives of modern society’s most influential figures.

Non-fictionPicturebook

Did you know the king powers his car with cheese? Or that he was the first royal to have rescue dogs in Buckingham palace? And that he likes to shake hands with trees?

Discover everything there is to know about King Charles III in this beautifully illustrated book. Readers will learn about Charles’ childhood as the first British royal to attend school, his efforts to protect and campaign for the environment, his incredible charity work, and much more.

Along the way, meet his beloved chickens, Jack Russells and of course, his very famous family. And discover how everything from money to postboxes get a makeover when a new monarch ascends the throne.

This is a perfect gift for all the family to celebrate King Charles III’s coronation.

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