Schools please note: due to the summer holidays we will automatically hold all school books and furniture orders due between Wednesday 16 July and Monday 1 September 2025. Delivery will resume from Tuesday 2 September 2025. If your school remains open for deliveries during the summer and you would like to receive your order during this time, please get in touch in advance by calling 0121 666 6646 or emailing hello@peters.co.uk.
Diverse reads for primary schools
Did you know that only 10% of children's books published in 2019 featured ethnic minority characters? The Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE)'s latest Reflecting Realities research highlights the continued lack of diversity in UK children's publishing. More so than ever, it's crucial to find books that represent the diverse and varied experiences and cultures of all pupils.
Browse books with authors and characters from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures below.
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