Winner:GOLD Best Designed / Illustrated Book for Children (Factual)
Who:What on Earth!
What:Evolution
Why:
A really extraordinary book that combines clear, precise, scientific information about every facet of life on Earth and how it all evolved, with gorgeous, fun and evocative illustrations. Scientists Sarah Darwin, (who is the great- great- granddaughter of Charles Darwin himself), and Eva Maria Sadowski teach us the facts of evolution: what it is and how it works, along with the famous theory of natural selection that Charles Darwin and naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace came up with together. The information is presented in an easy to understand way and creates an accurate and compelling timeline of the history of life on earth.
I would happily receive this book as a gift for myself! Such an incredibly comprehensive collection of information with the most beautiful and involving illustrations.
Winner:JOINT SILVER Best Designed / Illustrated Book for Children (Factual)
Who:DK Children’s
What:Myths of China written by Xiaobing Wang, illustrated by Katie Ponder
Why:
This book of twenty exciting, ancient Chinese myths and fascinating historical information, brings ancient China to life and is the perfect gift for children who love history, myths and legends. Incredibly informative, with additional insights into interesting elements of Chinese culture and religion, this compelling and accessible book captures your attention with vivid, attractive illustrations and clear, concise text.
I love the way this book is presented so beautifully and divided into manageable sections so that such a vast subject can be enjoyed, a bit at a time.
Winner:JOINT SILVER Best Designed / Illustrated Book for Children (Factual)
Who:Britannica Books
What:Britannica’s Encyclopedia Infographica
Why:
This unique book presents the traditional children’s encyclopedia in a wonderful and very exciting new way. Using, predominantly, illustrations and graphics to relay the information visually, it is an immediate and compelling way to absorb information and understand the world around us. Including maps, charts, timelines and diagrams, it keeps you turning the pages and suits all types of learners and attention spans. A really wonderful resource with so many incredible, surprising, absorbing and fun facts.
Amazing! I love how you can immediately be informed by the wonderful graphics but then also take in more detail through the concise and well- written captions. An incredible amount of information in one book!
Substantial and fun.
Winner:BRONZE Best Designed / Illustrated Book for Children (Factual)
Who:Button Books
What:Live Like a Viking
Why:
This highly informative and fascinating guide to one of the most enigmatic, mysterious and fearsome groups of people in history is a real delight. This book uses tools such as a recurring character, engaging illustrations, craft activities and even recipes to help us become immersed in what the life of a Viking was really like and helps us to separate the facts from the myths of one of the most imagination – capturing times in history.
A compelling and absorbing but very accessible study of a truly fascinating time period.
I enjoyed this fresh angle on a historical period beloved by all kids at one point!
