Seeking educational books to tie into the school curriculum?

Following the success of our campaign in 2010, in 2011 Hachette Children’s Books will focus on 5 major topics or projects and produce a newsletter to showcase a selection of new and renewed series that tie into each topic.
You will receive a copy of each issue with your Magpies Magazine subscription in 2011 or alternatively you can register to receive an e-mail prompt for you to visit this website when new information/newsletter with the next focus topic or project has been added.
This website will provide a direct link to learn more about each series featured, including each books' content, pagination, size and more.
You can order all series featured (subject to availability), from your preferred supplier or please check out the supplier page for a list of recommended suppliers.

We've also included a FAST FICTION section to keep you up-to-date on fantastic fiction titles that may have slipped under your radar!

Issue 1

Issue One:
March 2011: Global Warfare

With Anzac Day fast approaching, Australia stops to pay tribute to the men and women who sacrificed their lives to protect our country. WOW turns towards modern history, specifically those periods of conflict that defined both nations and the world as a whole. More..

Issue 2

Issue Two:
May 2011: Amazing Animals

The animal kingdom can be a fascinating, thrilling and amazing world that sometimes we just don’t see – so, this issue of WOW is about going a little wild. We cover thebasics of animal life-cycles and classification to in-depth titles on specific animals More..

Issue 3

Issue Three:
July 2011: Mission Impossible

Mission Impossible theme! From real-life stories of people who have achieved remarkable feats, to saving lives in the harshest conditions, this action-packed edition will have you on the edge of your seats, while providing amazing facts along the way! More..

Issue 4

Issue Four: Sept 2011:
Big Business & Reluctant Readers

Take a look at the Big Business and Ethical Debates series to learn the facts about current worldly issues. We have also included a special Reluctant Readers section highlighting new titles available within our EDGE series. More..

Issue 15

Issue Five: Nov 2011:
Fun summer reading and gift ideas

This issue is all about summer reading and fun times. It's coming close to the end of the school year and young folk are itching to be let loose for the summer holidays...to help you keep them focused to the end, there are lots of free activity downloads to accompany some fantastic new books for the very young up to ages 6-7 years. More..