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The Curriculum Resources Collection has resources for young people across the school-age ranges. The collection provides a broad and diverse range of high quality material that supports the learning and teaching across the curriculum, reading for pleasure, literacy, and personal and holistic development. It is made up of the following, discrete collections of books:
Picture books: a broad and wide range of picture books for primary aged children, including board books.
Fiction: from illustrated, first chapter books to young adult fiction and A-level texts. This collection also includes graphic novels and fiction in verse.
Folktales: a collection of folk tales and myths.
Reading schemes: examples of reading schemes for literacy, used in the primary school classroom.
Children’s Book Corner: a curated collection for primary-school classroom reading.
Non-fiction: covering subjects across the curriculum, and a broad range of extra-curricular topics, including titles of general and personal interest for young people. Also includes subject textbooks.
Basic Skills collection: materials funded by the the Basic Skills Agency (BSA).
Graded readers: aimed at secondary students, particularly for those with reading difficulties and adult literacy students. Includes series written for English learners.
The collection reflects resources used in English schools, and so the bulk of the collection is from UK educational and children's publishers, with material also from mainstream charities, voluntary groups, and other relevant organisations.
The library catalogue is the principal tool to find books, journals and other materials (either in print or in electronic format) held in UCL libraries. On the catalogue, you will find the details of the item including the location of the materials you are looking for: library site, collection and shelfmark.
Here are a few of the latest titles added to the Curriculum Resources Collection.
Suggestions for purchase for this collection, from UCL staff and students, are always welcome via our 'Suggest a resource' form.
Big ideas for young thinkers by 
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners by
A New York Times Bestseller and #1 Indie Bestseller · A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year · A School Library Journal Best Book of 2021 · Included in NPR's 2021 Books We Love List · Featured in Forbes, Oprah Daily, The Cut, and Book Riot · Golden Poppy Book Award Winner · Featured in Chicago Public Library's Best Books of 2021 · 2021 Nerdy Award Winner · A Kirkus Children's Best Book of 2021 This lyrical, stunning picture book tells a story about learning to love and celebrate your Asian-shaped eyes, in the spirit of Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry, and is a celebration of diversity. A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers'. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother's, her grandmother's, and her little sister's. They have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea, crinkle into crescent moons, and are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future. Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self-love and empowerment. This powerful, poetic picture book will resonate with readers of all ages. "This tale of self-acceptance and respect for one's roots is breathtaking." --Kirkus (starred review) "A young girl finds beauty in her uniqueness." --School Library Journal (starred review) "A lyrical celebration of her eyes, their shape, spirit, and legacy." --Booklist (starred review) "A poignant testament to familial love and legacy." --Publishers Weekly Plus don't miss the beautiful companion book from the same team: Eyes That Speak to the Stars.
Rebellious Read Alouds by
Vera Ahiyya, beloved as The Tutu Teacher, empowers educators to spark courageous conversations with children about race, identity, and social justice using read alouds as an entry point.
This Book Is Feminist by
A vibrantly illustrated introduction to intersectional feminism for next-generation changemakers, this book is a must-read guide for young people seeking to understand the world around them. "Wilson's optimistic view of feminism is based on the tenet of liberation for all, placing marginalized communities front and center... [A] foundational work." - NEW YORK TIMES What have you been taught about who has power and who makes the rules? Have you ever been lost for words at an old-school family friend's 'kind' but sexist comments? Do you agree with equality and strive for justice, but want to learn more? Then read on. In this new feminist classic, the focus is intersectional from the beginning, not just as an add-on. Using the framework of 'personal is political', Jamia Wilson - former director of the Feminist Press - analyses her own experiences, before expanding outwards and drawing on stats as well as quotes from feminist firebrands and activists to inspire and encourage. Bold illustrations underpin this title, and each chapter ends with a 'Call To Action' box to encourage readers to reflect on and embrace their own interpretation of feminism and to acknowledge the connection between race, class, gender, disability and economic justice. Expand what feminism means to you, your community and society by examining these 15 themes: Feminism Identity Justice Education Money Power Health wellness freedom relationships media safety activism and movements innovation An interactive exploration of what feminism means to you. You will close the book with an understanding that history and culture play a role in shaping systems of power and of what we can do with our strengths, community and values to help change course when needed. You won't have read a feminist tome like this before. Also available in theEmpower the Future series isThis Book is Anti-Racist,a powerful guide to how to incorporate anti-racist action into your life. Other inspiring books authored by Jamia Wilson are Young Gifted and Black, Step Into Your Powerand Big Ideas for Young Thinkers.
The Language & Speech Science (LASS) Library holds books and periodicals on the theory and practice of language study.
The Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health Library holds resources relating to children's health.
A brief guide to finding and accessing e-books via UCL Explore.
Check out our Explore guide to find out more about how to use Explore for your research.
ReadingLists @UCL is an online service that gives students easy access to materials on their reading lists wherever they are, and allows academic staff to create and update their own reading lists.
