English 7-11 Non-Fiction Picture Book Awards

Established in 1995, the awards are presented by the English Association to the best children’s picture books of the year. Awards are given to Fiction and Non-Fiction in age ranges 4-7 years and 7-11 years. The winning books are chosen by the editorial board of English 4-11, the journal for primary teachers published by the English Association and the United Kingdom Literacy Association, from a shortlist selected by a panel of teachers and Primary specialists.

WINNER 2025

Ayo's Adventure

Drew, Ain Heath ISBN: 9798888592120
Paperback / softback

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One night as Ayo sits in front of a world map, his dad explains, "Our ancestors came from many nations in Africa. We are still connected to them today..." "What do you mean, Dad?" "I'll tell you more about this tomorrow, Ayo. Right now, it's bedtime."

But when Ayo drifts off to sleep, his dreams take him on an extraordinary journey through space, time and the alphabet to discover cultures of the African diaspora. "H" is for hip-hop, and "K" is kente cloth. "M" is for Mansa Mansa to and "R" is for revolution. He learns just how much the African diaspora has inspired the entire world in this A to Z exploration of Black history and culture. Country labels, inset boxes and pronunciation guides on each page provide additional background information. Extensive endnotes dive deeper into the African diaspora and the cultures featured in the story.

- Browns Books Synopsis

Shortlist 2025

Drew, Ain Heath ISBN: 9798888592120
Paperback / softback

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Ralphs, Matt ISBN: 9781839943348
Hardback

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Ard, Catherine ISBN: 9781838741754
Hardback

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Kinloch, Kimberley (SAEX) ISBN: 9781805312703
Hardback

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