Wayland Books ISBN 9780750296120 £12.99
One of a series of six KS1/2 non-fiction books about children from other countries, this book details clothing from different climates, special occasions, national costumes, as well as jewellery, shoes and even hats. Printed with vibrant colours, the photographs are eye-catching and appealing, featuring clothes as varied as yagushkas made of eight layers of reindeer skin, an Irish dance dress and an orange Buddhist robe. Accompanying text includes information about life-styles, culture and interesting facts, for example that the Kayan neck rings worn by six year old girls in Burma are actually one single metal coil wrapped round several times and girls may choose to have them removed at the age of 15. Many do not. Other books in the series are Food, Homes, Schools, Toys and Games and Transport, making them a worthy resource for the library.
Paul Jackson, Director of Education, SATIPS