The UK was once a huge global superpower. Bigger than the Roman Empire. Bigger than the Incas, Mayas, Aztecs, Mughal, Ottoman or any other European, Asian, African or American power. Its influence was felt in countries all over the world, but it didn't just affect countries over there. It affected everything about the islands we live on today. It affected the language we speak, the food we eat, the buildings that surround us, the people who live here, and the prosperity we enjoy. It is who we are today.

And yet while we teach our children about the Romans, Egyptians, Mughals, Ottomans and other empires, we breathe barely a word about the biggest, wealthiest, most powerful and most influential superpower ever.

From the Industrial North to the grandchildren of the Windrush generation, to children in overseas territories and former colonies, to those whose families came here fleeing persecution, this book will examine the modern culture of Britain, the Commonwealth and all countries historically connected to her past. It will look at identity and encourage children to discover and celebrate their own stories and the ways we are all connected to each other.

Discover how the British Empire impacted countries and communities across the world and, most importantly, discover its impact on children like you!

About the Author
Shelina Janmohamed (Author)
Shelina Janmohamed works in the advertising industry, helping some of the world's biggest and best known brands. She is also a newspaper columnist writing for outlets such as the Guardian, the Telegraph and the BBC. But while hiding under her superhero's headscarf, she became an accidental author writing about some of the most important topics facing girls and women today. Like who we are, our place in the world, and most importantly how to decide things for ourselves. A bestselling non-fiction author and a global expert on women's representation, Shelina is a familiar voice on radio and TV. She is happiest when sipping cappuccino and munching on cookies. She lives in London with her husband and two daughters.

Laura Greenan (Illustrator)
Laura Greenan is a freelance illustrator based in London, UK. In another life she worked for over 10 years as a graphic designer before leaving to become her own boss, and to indulge her more colourful side! She works digitally, both in vectors and on the iPad, to create vibrant, maximalist, and most importantly, fun, pop art style illustrations.




Book Information
ISBN 9781803381442
Author Shelina Janmohamed
Format Paperback
Page Count 264
Imprint Welbeck Children's Books
Publisher Hachette Children's Group
Weight(grams) 250g
Dimensions(mm) 196mm * 128mm * 24mm