In 2014, more than 4.4 billion metric tons of plastic was produced globally. That’s enough plastic to wrap around the equator four times or encircle the Earth more than 16 times. Much of that plastic ends up as trash in oceans, which pose a serious threat to marine life.
Our generation is the most informed and educated about climate change. We've got access to information more than ever before, and this has led to a shift in awareness and thought. When I was younger, no one talked about climate change. Our generation is more aware and educated than ever before.
Only 1 day left until you can subscribe to Happier Every Chapter to get your hands on Non-Fiction November! ⠀ We have learnt so much from reading Know Your Rights and Claim Them, and we can't wait for our subscribers to be educated on this interesting and important subject matter!
QOTD - Do you read non-fiction regularly?📖⠀ Nonfiction helps children develop critical thinking, and analytical skills, as well as the ability to read and understand complex texts. More so, nonfiction can help students develop knowledge of their environment and society – crucial in later years at school as students begin reading more content-specific textbooks.💡📚⠀
Our theme for this month is Non-Fiction November! 😊💛⠀ We have some amazing books lined up this month and we can't wait to show you more in the coming weeks! ✨ 📚 ⠀ ⠀
It’s no question that the seasons (hopefully) change and fall is upon us. Unfortunately, nearing fall means that we start to see shorter days and darker evenings. As the temperature falls and the Halloween season rounds the corner, nothing can beat a nice book to get you into the Halloween spirit, here are our top picks!
Growing up is an interesting journey. You learn more about yourself as you age, and sometimes the lessons are not easy. Books are great at helping people escape these everyday problems and learn from others' stories. What better way to gain some inspiration than by immersing yourself in the autobiographies of the most intriguing people? This list of best autobiographies for kids are guaranteed to excite your loved ones!
Refugees are people who have been forced to flee their home and country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disasters (such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and tsunamis). It is likely that your child will one day come across another child or adult who has had to leave their home country and we want them to feel confident in speaking to, and interacting with these people; so we came up with a list of books that feature refugees that we think your child will enjoy!
The start of Black History Month is only a few days away. As we mentioned last week, our theme for October is 'Celebrating Black History Month (with a hint of Halloween)'. We have chosen one book that encompasses the importance of Black History Month, and one that is on the witchier side (which we are keeping a secret for now. You'll have to subscribe to see!).
Mbawa Books has expanded! We were lucky enough to be able to take on not one, but three apprentices. Each apprentice will now be focusing on a specific part of the business, and together we can make it run like clockwork.
Finding powerful women leads in books used to not be the case, but as times have moved forwards we have gotten more powerful women written into books, here are our top picks to keep your child interested in!
