Year 4

Discover our vibrant collection of Year 4 non-fiction books, designed to inspire and inform young readers. These books cover a variety of topics, from ancient civilizations and the natural world to space exploration, inventions, and biographies. Each title is packed with engaging visuals and detailed explanations, making complex concepts more accessible and fun for Key Stage 2 students. Perfect for classroom libraries, research projects, or independent learning, these non-fiction books help Year 4 students build their knowledge and develop a love for discovering the world around them. Ideal for topic-based learning or simply to encourage reading for pleasure, these books will support Year 4 students in their educational journey.

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24 Hours In Space

Join an astronaut for a day as she goes on her first ever spacewalk, and new crew members arrive. Find out how she trained for her mission and what it's like living and working in space. How do you eat and drink at zero gravity? How do space toilets ...

ATOS Book Level : 4.2
Points Value : 1.0
Book Cover : Hardback

24 Hours In The Stone Age

Join a young girl as she goes hunting, makes her own stone tools and creates amazing cave art. Learn all about the dangers of life in the Stone Age, what makes a good shelter and what edible plants can be gathered in the wild. Eye-catching ...

ATOS Book Level : 3.4
Points Value : 1.0
Book Cover : Hardback

Adorable But Deadly Creatures

With big eyes and ears and colourful bodies, a lot of creatures in nature can look very cute. But don’t always be fooled by their adorable appearance. When provoked, these animals can easily injure or kill a person. Their defence mechanisms, such ...

ATOS Book Level : 4.4
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Hardback

Amazing Human Feats Of Survival

People have lived through the most unusual situations. Read this book to discover several near-death experiences and the amazing people who survived them.

ATOS Book Level : 3.3
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Hardback

Ancient China

Uncover some of the most chilling practices in ancient China. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of...

ATOS Book Level : 6.3
Points Value : 1.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Ancient Egypt

Uncover some of the most chilling practices in ancient Egypt. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of...

ATOS Book Level : 6.3
Points Value : 1.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Anne Frank Writes Words Of Hope

In 1933, Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party rose to power in Germany. The Nazis terribly persecuted Jews and other groups of people. They murdered millions of Jews across Europe during World War II. A young girl named Anne Frank and her family managed ...

ATOS Book Level : 4.6
Points Value : 1.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Archaeopteryx And Other Flying Reptiles

Be a dinosaur detective! Look at the fact files about flying reptiles such as Archaeopteryx, Eudimorphodon and Pterodactylus and find out what each one ate, what they weighed and where they lived.

ATOS Book Level : 3.1
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Paperback

Area 51 Alien And UFO Mysteries

A highly secure military base sits in the middle of the Nevada Desert, USA. What happens inside is kept top secret. Many UFO sightings have been reported nearby. Some people even say alien bodies are stored there. What really goes on behind its ...

ATOS Book Level : 5.4
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Hardback

Brilliant Black British History

An eye-opening story of Britain, focusing on a part of our past that has mostly been left out of the history books: the brilliant Black history of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. Did you know that the first Britons were Black? Or that some ...

ATOS Book Level : 6.3
Points Value : 2.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Bukayo Saka (Football Rising Stars)

Arsenal wasted no time in signing local starlet Bukayo Saka for their academy at age 9. In the year Bukayo was born, the Gunners were a footballing force who went on to take a historic trophy double. But the club faded as the years went by. Now a new...

ATOS Book Level : 6.3
Points Value : 2.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Busting Myths About Great White Sharks

Big bodies. Razor-sharp teeth. Crushing jaws. Great white sharks are some of the most feared sharks. Some people say they seek out people as food. But this is a myth. Attacks on people are very rare. Some people say great whites live only in warm ...

ATOS Book Level : 5.0
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Paperback

Change (Pride In…….)

Sometimes being who you are can be a hard thing to do. Learn about people from across the LGBTQIA+ community who celebrate who they are and never stop fighting for what they believe in. No matter who you are, inside or out, this book is here to teach...

ATOS Book Level : 6.8
Points Value : 1.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Chloe Kelly (Football Rising Stars)

Chloe Kelly is a name that has been written into the history books of women’s football. The scorer of that goal, Chloe realised the dreams of football fans across the country. Head behind the scenes and learn what it takes to become a Lioness.

ATOS Book Level : 6.6
Points Value : 2.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Cruel Crime

The past was a miserable place to be. There was a war around every corner. People were often so ill that they were dying. Disaster was never far away and crime was happening all over the place. Be brave. Take a journey through hideous history and ...

ATOS Book Level : 4.1
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Paperback

Cuddly But Deadly Animals

The world is full of furry, cuddly-looking animals. They often seem harmless at first glance. But don’t try to snuggle with these fuzzy creatures. Many of them can be very dangerous. Some have razor-sharp claws and teeth. Others are incredibly ...

ATOS Book Level : 4.6
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Hardback

Daring Escape From Alcatraz

Located on an island in San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz was once considered one of the country’s most secure prisons. But that didn’t stop three prisoners from making a daring escape the night of June 11, 1962. They set sail across the bay on a ...

ATOS Book Level : 5.2
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Hardback

Daring Teamwork

Have you ever been a member of a team? You may think teamwork is all fun and games, but it can be daring and even dangerous. Some people depend on teamwork to remain safe while at work or completing a goal. Learn all about the importance of teamwork ...

ATOS Book Level : 4.3
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Paperback

Desert Habitats Around The World

Did you know that Antarctica is the largest desert in the world? It receives so little rain or snow that it is almost as dry as the Sahara! Whether cold, hot or somewhere in between, a third of the Earth's land is desert. Learn about the geography ...

ATOS Book Level : 4.5
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Paperback

Disgusting Disease

ATOS Book Level : 4.2
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Paperback

Dreadful Disaster

The past was a miserable place to be. There was a war around every corner. People were either ill or so ill that they were dying. Disaster was never far away and crime was happening all over the place. Be brave. Take a journey through hideous history...

ATOS Book Level : 4.0
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Paperback

Earthquakes

The ground shakes. A road splits apart. Buildings collapse. It’s an earthquake! Discover how movement deep below Earth’s surface can cause such damage. Learn about earthquakes, what causes them, and how to stay safe if one happens.

ATOS Book Level : 3.3
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Hardback

Erling Braut Haaland (Football Rising Stars)

A force of nature, Erling Braut Haaland is one of the most sought-after strikers in world football. The goal-scoring machine from Norway made his mark for Borussia Dortmund in the German Bundesliga, as well as in the Champions League. Following in ...

ATOS Book Level : 6.5
Points Value : 2.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Everest: Reaching The Roof Of The World

Everest is the world’s highest mountain, towering like an icy giant over the Himalayas. For the millions of people living nearby, it has always been a magical place, known as “Goddess Mother of the World” or the “Peak of Heaven”. To ...

ATOS Book Level : 6.6
Points Value : 1.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Floods

People, plants and animals all need rain. But the ground can take in only so much. Too much, and the land will flood. Farms and cities can be damaged. People must move to dry ground until, slowly, the water soaks into the earth. Learn about floods, ...

ATOS Book Level : 3.5
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Hardback