Year 5

Explore our fascinating range of Year 5 non-fiction books, designed to engage curious minds and deepen understanding across a variety of subjects. These books cover exciting topics such as history, geography, science, world cultures, and environmental issues, with rich visuals and detailed information to captivate Key Stage 2 students. Perfect for classroom libraries, research projects, or independent learning, these non-fiction titles help Year 5 students build critical thinking skills and expand their knowledge. Whether supporting topic-based learning or inspiring reading for pleasure, these books are an essential resource to motivate and educate young readers.

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A Different Sort Of Normal

*The beautiful true story of one girl's journey growing up autistic - and the challenges she faced in the 'normal' world* I'm not like the other children in my class . . . and that's an actual scientific FACT. Hi! My name is Abigail, and I'm ...

ATOS Book Level : 6.9
Points Value : 4.0
Book Cover : Paperback

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 : Paperback

Algeria Vs Egypt

The national football teams of Algeria and Egypt have a rivalry spanning decades. What made these teams such fierce competitors? How are both country’s fans involved in keeping this rivalry going? Easy-to-read text and fantastic images make these ...

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

Alisson

Alisson Becker is the amazing Brazilian goalkeeper who earned his dream move to Liverpool FC in the summer of 2018. His record fee of £66.8 million made him the most expensive goalkeeper of all time. Known for his stunning saves and composure in ...

ATOS Book Level : 5.8
Points Value : 4.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Alvarez (Ultimate Football Heroes)

Julián Álvarez's extravagant football skills won him a youth team place at the famous Argentinian club River Plate at the age of 12, and he quickly rose through the ranks. By 18, the gifted striker was showcasing his prowess in the Copa ...

ATOS Book Level : 6.1
Points Value : 4.0
Book Cover : Paperback

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

Animal Attacks

A grumpy grizzly bear attacks a young hunter. A huge hippopotamus strikes an unsuspecting tourist. A ferocious great white shark chomps into an experienced surfer. These shocking, true animal attacks could have ended in tragedy... but they didn’t! ...

ATOS Book Level : 2.5
Points Value : 0.5
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

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

ATV’s

ATV races challenge drivers with jumps, sharp turns and rough terrain. But these tough machines aren't just for racing. They can take you to more places than any other vehicle on land. Find out what makes ATVs so versatile and why they remain one of ...

ATOS Book Level : 3.0
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Paperback

Bigfoot

Bigfoot, also known as Sasquatch, has been hunted by people throughout North America for centuries. Many people claim to have seen its large footprints. But is it real or just folklore? Read more to find out!

ATOS Book Level : 3.2
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Paperback

Black Bart: Daring Pirate Of The Atlantic

Throughout his three years as a pirate, Bartholomew Roberts, aka Black Bart, ruled the Atlantic Ocean. He plundered more than 400 ships in three years, making him one of the most successful captains of piracy's golden age. Learn how Roberts went from...

ATOS Book Level : 2.5
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Paperback

Blackbeard: Feared Pirate Captain

Little is known about Edward Teach's life before he became known as the fearsome pirate Blackbeard. But during the Golden Age of Piracy, he ruled the seas along the coast of the North American colonies and beyond. Learn more about Blackbeard's ...

ATOS Book Level : 2.6
Points Value : 0.5
Book Cover : Paperback

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

Ching Shih: Famous Pirate Commander

Born poor in rural China, Ching Shih's early life was full of challenges. But she would grow to become one of the most powerful pirates the world had ever seen. She made a name for herself using her intelligence and cunningness. Learn how Ching Shih ...

ATOS Book Level : 2.9
Points Value : 0.5
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

Chloe Kelly (Tales From The Pitch)

Fast, skilful and resilient - Chloe Kelly has set the football world alight with her dazzling trickery to become one of the most exciting forwards in the women’s game. But from taking two hours on the train to get to training as a young ...

ATOS Book Level : 6.5
Points Value : 3.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Cool High-Tech Jobs

Behind every high-flying drone, brainy robot and thrilling video game is somebody who made it work! Learn about the exciting careers of people in high-tech jobs, including roboticists, video game designers, virtual reality engineers, and mobile phone...

ATOS Book Level : 5.7
Points Value : 1.0
Book Cover : Paperback

Corporal Wojtek Supplies The Troops: Heroic Bear Of WW II

During World War II, when a group of Polish soldiers found an orphaned bear cub, they eagerly took him in as their pet and named him Wojtek. As the young bear grew, he became friends with the soldiers, lifting their spirits as he learned to imitate ...

ATOS Book Level : 3.7
Points Value : 0.5
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

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