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Non-fiction: Books

Fascinating and colourful non-fiction collections

The Read with Oxford range has been carefully created by educational experts to support your child as they learn to read. Here, we've gathered together some of our favourite non-fiction titles, taking you on a journey from the deepest fathoms of space to the strangest and most beautiful creatures in our natural world.

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Non-fiction collections

Stage 2 | Age 4–5
Find out about exotic plants, explore beautiful beaches and see the world through an animal's eyes! Explore our wonderful world in this fascinating collection of seven Read with Oxford non-fiction texts, ideal for children who are developing early reading skills.
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Stage 3 | Age 4–5
Find out about stinky flowers and giant trees, discover the amazing ways creatures use tricks to hide or find food, and sort fact from fiction in the animal quiz! Explore the fantastic nature all around you in this fascinating collection of six Read with Oxford non-fiction texts, ideal for children who are growing in reading confidence.
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Stage 4 | Age 5–7
Find out about some weird and wonderful insects, meet the class that have their own tiger and discover the amazing creatures that live in the deep, dark ocean! Discover some of the incredible animals that we share our world with in this fascinating collection of six Read with Oxford non-fiction texts, ideal for children who are gaining more reading confidence.
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Stage 5 | Age 6–8
Find out about the incredible invention of the flying machine, discover how people have spread the word throughout history and learn all about the solar system! Explore outer space and discover amazing inventions in this fascinating collection of five Read with Oxford non-fiction texts, ideal for children who are beginning to read independently.
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