Table of Contents

• 1: Welcome to Britain and Ireland
• 2: Great dates
• 3: Iconic islands
• 4: Monuments and sculptures
• 5: A royal occasion
• 6: Come rain or shine
• 7: A walk in the countryside
• 8: School time
• 9: Fearsome fighting
• 10: Tasty treats
• 11: Amazing animals
• 12: Game on!
• 13: A land of culture
• 14: Cruise around the coast
• 15: Interesting inventions
• 16: Weird and wonderful
• 17: Home sweet home
• 18: Street talking
• 19: Towering buildings
• 20: Britain, Ireland and books
• 21: Laws of the land
• 22: Wonderful waterways
• 23: Ancient history
• 24: Glorious parks and gardens
• 25: Lay of the land
• 26: Famous faces
• 27: Big business
• 28: On the move
• 29: Britain and Ireland: more things to find
• 30: Index

About the Author

Kevin Pettman is a versatile and passionate editor and writer with more than 15 years' experience, spanning magazines, books and partworks, including Match of the Day and Match. He is also a regular contributor to Top Gear's annuals and children's titles.

Reviews

As a guide to getting to know the islands on which they live, this book is perfect for primary aged children both in its spread of information and the techniques it uses to convey that information.
*The School Librarian*