Shackletons Journey

Follow Ernest Shackleton and his crew through their Antarctic expedition and the struggle to survive after their ship becomes trapped in ice. William Grill's detailed illustrations give the real journey a powerful visual presence, connecting the scale of the landscape with the people facing its dangers. A gripping factual adventure that invites readers to explore resilience, leadership and the resourcefulness needed when an ambitious plan gives way to survival.

Age suitability and learning: Primary (6-8), Older children (9-12). Illustrations give developing readers an accessible starting point, while the information rewards more detailed exploration as confidence grows. Browsing supports subject vocabulary, observation and finding information; discussing the content encourages questions, comparison and connecting individual facts with a wider topic.

Available at QT Toys in Battersea.