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Back to School is just around the corner! Are your kids ready? Mine aren’t ready for summer to end yet (and neither am I!) but one fun thing we’ve been doing is mapping out some things we’d like to learn about this upcoming school year. One of my favorite ways to teach about something is to invest in books that my kids will be interested in and that can hold their attention. Quarto has fun-filled fact books, wonderfully charming stories, and books celebrating America’s 250th birthday – check out some of our favorites for this upcoming school year!
The Atlas of Shipwrecks
Why do ships sink? What really happens when they go down? Join Dr. Profundo on a voyage across the world’s waters to uncover the astonishing true stories behind real-life shipwrecks.
With more than 50 fascinating case studies uncovering the mysteries surrounding shipwrecks beneath the waves, The Shipwreck Atlas offers a captivating journey through maritime history and discovery. Written by Jo Arnold, a trusted voice in children’s books, this immersive guide provides an expert yet accessible look at what lies hidden on the seabed.
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Earth, Wind, Fire, Water
Journey into the four elemental forces that have shaped our world and define our future – perfect for curious young readers. Earth, Wind, Fire, Water blends science, history and culture in an accessible and awe‑inspiring exploration of how these ancient forces connect every part of life on Earth. Every page is brought to life by captivating illustrations and compelling facts that reveal the power of our natural world. The cover is complete with gorgeous foil finishes, perfect for gifting to curious children. This is an inspiring call for future generations to understand the elements that sustain us and to protect the planet we all share.
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Young Discoverers
Discover the incredible true stories of children who have changed how we see the world. From fossilised creatures and ancient treasures to mysterious scrolls and glimmering gems, Young Discoverers is a thrilling collection of real-life tales about some of the most astonishing discoveries ever made and the young people who made them. In each of the twelve tales, you meet the young person at the heart of the discovery – following them through the twists and the turns of their adventure. The children and teenagers you meet may have come from different places and lived at different times in history, but they all have something in common – a curiosity for the world around them!
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That Was Genius
Discover the unbelievable inventions and innovations of ancient people from across the world. This technological treasury of hidden histories uncovers gadgets and gizmos from the ancient and recent past to change the way you think about history and science. See inside steam-powered robots from ancient Greece, learn the secrets of medieval alchemy and marvel at an earthquake detector from ancient China. Forget your dusty history books – this is a book of marvels that are stranger than fiction!
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It Won’t Be Forever
From the award‑winning creators of The Hare‑Shaped Hole, It Won’t Be Forever helps young children cope with separation anxiety by showing how love keeps families connected, even when they’re apart. Warm, lyrical text and expressive illustrations come together to create a sensitive and emotionally intelligent exploration of separation anxiety. Perfect for sharing at bedtime or during moments of transition It Won’t Be Forever offers young readers reassurance that difficult feelings are natural, absence does not mean loss and love always brings us back together.
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Being the Biggest
Told through the eyes of an oldest child, this comforting picture book gently explores the joys and challenges of being the biggest. When a baby is born, our narrator eagerly embraces her new role as the family’s big kid. She helps, teaches, and leads the way as she discovers the world with her little sibling. Joyful, sensitive, and packed with charm, this is the perfect story for children expecting a new arrival or growing into their big sibling role.
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The Dog Who Was (Almost) Perfect
A heartwarming story that helps children embrace imperfection, manage worries about getting things wrong and learn that mistakes are part of life. There once was a dog called Doris who was practically perfect in every way. She woke up on time every morning, never forgot to fetch her owner’s slippers and could perform all her tricks flawlessly. Doris loved being perfect. Until one day, something not-so-perfect happens and Doris panics. Will my owner be sad? Or angry? Or think I’m a bad dog? For the first time, Doris feels unsure of herself. With a little help from some kind new friends, Doris begins to see things differently. She discovers that it’s okay to get things wrong sometimes, and that being imperfect doesn’t make her owner love her any less.
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Thank You For This Day
Celebrate gratitude with Thank You for This Day, a lyrical picture book that helps families slow down and savour life’s simple joys. Thank You for This Day takes you on a journey from sunrise to sunset and encourages a daily moment of gratitude, speaking out loud what we are thankful for and creating space for reflection at the end of a busy day. This rhythmic picture book will help young children to appreciate the natural world and those that we share it with. It is a much-needed reminder to observe life’s joys big and small and to share them with your little ones.
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Nuts About Nuts
A laugh-out-loud counting adventure with a squirrel who just can’t get enough nuts! Nuts About Nuts is a hilarious book about a determined squirrel who is on a mission to collect as many nuts as possible . . . because one is never enough. Children will love counting along as Squirrel’s nut collection grows from one to one hundred…and then tumbles back down again. Open the stunning gatefold spread to reveal just how ‘nuts about nuts’ Squirrel really is! This clever design invites kids to engage with the story and practice their counting skills in a playful, hands-on way.
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Record-Breaking USA
From the weird to the wonderful (and back again!), these remarkable records span every corner of the country and every kind of curiosity – from natural wonders and historical firsts to sporting triumphs, awe-inspiring individuals and astonishing animals. Readers will also explore records that span multiple states, those from US territories and even a few that reach into space! And for aspiring record-setters, there are tips on how to become a record-breaker yourself…if you’re up to the challenge. Written by award-winning author Clive Gifford and packed with bright, funny illustrations by Paul Hammond, this book is bursting with fun, facts and US pride. So, as we mark 250 years of US independence, let’s hear it for the States!
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National Parks of the USA
Published to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States, this must-have updated edition – featuring four new national parks and a spectacular four-page fold-out of the Grand Canyon – is the best way to experience the national parks for yourself, wherever you are in the world. Divided into seven regional chapters, this book includes all 60+ national parks, from Acadia to Zion. Bask in the glory of their natural beauty with:
- Fascinating four-page fact files for 25 parks that give young readers the need-to-know info on the history, wildlife, adventure sports and natural phenomena that the parks are home to.
- Chris Turnham’s timeless postcard-perfect artwork, bringing the parks to life on each page.
- NEW features on four national parks: Zion, Indiana Dunes, White Sands, and New River Gorge.
- NEW gatefold showing the Grand Canyon in all its glory, which opens up into an eye-popping panoramic illustration.
With more to explore than ever before, there’s never been a better time to embark on this adventure and get to know the National Parks of the USA!
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America Celebrates
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, America Celebrates takes young readers on an exciting journey through a timeline of influential figures, notable landmarks, and special events dating back to 1776. Packed with colorful visuals and facts, this engaging and informative book covers one person, place, or event per year, introducing young readers to both famous and lesser-known, though still equally impactful, historical moments. America Celebrates offers children a fun and accessible way to learn about a diverse range of significant moments, locations, and individuals in American history. With hundreds, even thousands, of possibilities, America Celebrates also discusses the challenge of only choosing one person, place, or event to represent per year. The book provides a list of questions discussed when selecting choices, encouraging young readers to reflect on the important contributions of each option. Further, the text encourages its young audience to engage with American history, inviting them to add their own people, places, and events to the list.
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Don’t these books sound amazing? Let me know in the comments which of these Quarto book(s) you’re most excited about!
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Hi there! I’m Amber, a 34 year old wife and mom of two from central Minnesota. I love to be outside with my family anywhere the weather is warm (which means I spend half the year freezing). We’re a homeschooling family that loves to travel as often as possible! When I have a spare free moment, I love to read, take photos, and scrapbook. I’m interested in anything that makes life more fun; I also love socializing and sharing about my favorite products!
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