Join a group of four kid detectives and help them find out about STEM while developing problem solving, observation and deduction, and investigating skills. Our Kid Detectives Isla, Farah, Sam and Mohammad are planning a fishing trip at their favourite spot at the local river. They take a detour on their way back from school to show the spot to Sam, who has never been. They notice how the usually crystal clear river is cloudy. The children decide to investigate what has caused this and find out that a chemical has leaked into the river further upstream. They see the effects this has on the animals and plants that live in or beside the river. The children decide to find out where the chemical has come from. They report the pollution to the council who sends someone to take water samples. The children meet this person and she tells them about different kinds of river pollution. She takes samples of river water for testing. When she returns to the river, she tells the children that the pollution is from a farm. The children do a 'stakeout' and spy on the farm. They see the farmer using a fertiliser on his field. The children work out this is what is causing the pollution. But the farmer spots them and angrily asks what they're doing. The children explain and the farmer sees the effects his fertiliser is having on the environment. He agrees to use a more environmentally friendly fertiliser to stop polluting the river. Featured interactive elements: Looking for clues in the illustrations Spotting how the river has been affected by the pollution Spotting what is causing the pollution Gathering crucial information from information panels about pollution Through interactive adventures that combine facts, brain-teasing puzzles and lively illustrations, the books impart STEM knowledge in an original way to inspire a love of the subject. The story in each book will have the reader solving puzzles, finding clues, cracking secret codes and uncovering mysteries. Perfect for aspiring detectives aged 7+.

Join a group of four kid detectives and help them find out about STEM while developing problem solving, observation and deduction, and investigating skills. Our four detectives, Farah, Amelia, Mohammad and Sam, have won a contest and the prize is to visit the new deep-sea lab. When they get there they are enlisted by a marine biologist to help count the population of isopods in an are of the sea floor. When they give the scientist their numbers, she tells them that it is not what she expected. The isopod population has drastically declined since the last time they were counted a week ago. What has happened? She explains to them that something may have disrupted the ecosystem and impacted food chains. As the kids go back into the submersible to take a closer look, they discover an unexpected predator and its presence may be due to the eruption of an underwater volcano heating up the sea floor. Featured interactive elements: Looking for clues in the illustrations Understanding instruments used for deep sea exploration Gathering crucial information from fact panels about ecosystems in the ocean depths Through interactive adventures that combine facts, brain-teasing puzzles and lively illustrations, the books impart STEM knowledge in an original way to inspire a love of the subject. The story in each book will have the reader solving puzzles, finding clues, cracking secret codes and uncovering mysteries. Perfect for aspiring detectives aged 7+.

_______________ An exciting reading comprehension resource from Andrew Jennings (@VocabularyNinja), the creator of the hugely popular Write Like a Ninja, Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja: Non-Fiction series. This photocopiable resource contains 24 immersive and imaginative fiction and poetry texts from acclaimed writers including Joseph Coelho, Joshua Seigal and Emma Shevah, as well as original texts by Adam Bushnell and Andrew Jennings aligned to the National Curriculum. Each is accompanied by differentiated activities and answers to boost retrieval skills and help pupils become fully fledged Comprehension Ninjas! Ideal for KS1 SATs practice, the reading texts are high-quality and rich in vocabulary. They cover a wide variety of genres including fables, sci-fi, contemporary stories, adventure, traditional tales and poetry. If you're searching for engaging resources to help pupils practise comprehension strategies and question types such as skim and scan, true or false, draw and label, find and copy, fill in the gap, sequencing and multiple choice, Comprehension Ninja for Ages 5-6: Fiction & Poetry is the book for you. 'Time-saving gold dust for providing classroom comprehension practice' - Alex Barton, Teacher and author of Reading Recharged, @MrB_Y3 _______________ For more must-have Ninja books, check out the Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja classroom and home learning resources. _______________

'A must have for any Year 4 teacher!' Liberty Minoli, English Lead, @MissMinoliYear4 An exciting reading comprehension resource from Andrew Jennings (@VocabularyNinja), the creator of the hugely popular Write Like a Ninja, Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja: Non-Fiction series. This photocopiable resource contains 24 immersive and imaginative fiction and poetry texts from acclaimed writers including Jo Simmons, Karen Inglis and Brian Moses, as well as original texts by Adam Bushnell and Andrew Jennings aligned to the National Curriculum. Each is accompanied by differentiated activities and answers to boost retrieval skills and help pupils become fully fledged Comprehension Ninjas! Ideal for KS2 SATs practice, the reading texts are high-quality and rich in vocabulary. They cover a wide variety of genres including historical fiction, sci-fi, contemporary stories, adventure, traditional tales and poetry. If you're searching for engaging resources to help pupils practise comprehension strategies and question types such as skim and scan, true or false, draw and label, find and copy, fill in the gap, sequencing and multiple choice, Comprehension Ninja for Ages 8-9: Fiction & Poetry is the book for you. For more must-have Ninja books, check out the Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja classroom and home learning resources.

Join a group of four kid detectives and help them find out about STEM while developing problem solving, observation and deduction, and investigating skills. Our four detectives, Farah, Amelia, Mohammad and Sam, have entered an inter-school quiz competition. They need to study and prepare if they want to win. They meet the new librarian, who they soon find out is a robot powered by Artificial Intelligence! But something is wrong with her code.... Join the detectives as they learn how AI works. With the help of the school's IT technician, they'll soon figure out how to fix the librarian's code. Featured interactive elements: - Spot the glitch in the AI's neural network - Spot the bug in the AI's code and correct it - Gather crucial information from fact panels about how AI works Through interactive adventures that combine facts, brain-teasing puzzles and lively illustrations, the books impart STEM knowledge in an original way to inspire a love of the subject. The story in each book will have the reader solving puzzles, finding clues, cracking secret codes and uncovering mysteries. Perfect for aspiring detectives aged 7+.

'An absolute must-have for any Year 3 teacher.' Louise Rayner, English Specialist Leader of Education An exciting reading comprehension resource from Andrew Jennings (@VocabularyNinja), the creator of the hugely popular Write Like a Ninja, Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja: Non-Fiction series. This photocopiable resource contains 24 immersive and imaginative fiction and poetry texts from acclaimed writers including Roald Dahl, Kevin Crossley-Holland, Patrice Lawrence and Pamela Butchart, as well as original texts by Adam Bushnell and Andrew Jennings aligned to the National Curriculum. Each is accompanied by differentiated activities and answers to boost retrieval skills and help pupils become fully fledged Comprehension Ninjas! Ideal for KS2 SATs practice, the reading texts are high-quality and rich in vocabulary. They cover a range of genres including historical fiction, sci-fi, contemporary stories, adventure, traditional tales and poetry. If you're searching for engaging resources to help pupils practise comprehension strategies and question types such as skim and scan, true or false, draw and label, find and copy, fill in the gap, sequencing and multiple choice, Comprehension Ninja for Ages 7-8: Fiction & Poetry is the book for you. For more must-have Ninja books, check out the Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja classroom and home learning resources.

The Primary National Curriculum sets challenging expectations for the teaching of writing. Children must master the process of composition, redrafting, editing and writing final pieces. The book: *Provides practical advice for the teaching of writing *Demonstrates how to model writing for children *Includes examples of good classroom practice of modelling writing *Focuses on writing in different aspects of the curriculum *Provides guidance, case studies and theoretical perspectives to show readers how they can become writers with and for children The updated second edition includes: *Ideas for discussion in a seminar/staff meeting/CPD event *A new chapter enabling teachers to support children to bring their own cultures and ethnicities into their writing

Providing a hands-on way to practice mindfulness with children, this book offers 100 innovative activities for primary teachers to incorporate reflective and meditative practice into their classroom. Designed for everyday use, 100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Daily Reflections is the perfect guide for teachers wanting to promote and encourage mental health and emotional wellbeing within the classroom through reflective activities that will help prompt insightful discussions. Featuring 100 meditations that are prefaced with quotes from significant historical figures such as the Dalai Lama, Socrates and many more, the reflective activities cover topics such as wisdom, love, present moment awareness, perseverance, living in the now, being calm, kindness to self and kindness to others. Each idea helps children to reflect on one of these particular topics, improve their focus and self-regulate their emotions. Written by expert practising teachers, the 100 Ideas books offer practical ideas for busy teachers. They include step-by-step instructions, teaching tips and taking it further ideas. Follow the conversation on Twitter using #100Ideas.

Bring myths and legends alive in your classroom. *20 myths and legends from across the UK are presented here as model texts for teaching writing in Key Stages 1 and 2; *Teaching ideas and activities are included in all chapters alongside writing tasks for your class, based on parts of the stories; *The activities support children to bring their own voices alive through their writing; *They are encouraged to imagine characters, create settings, develop storylines and weave themes and challenges into their narratives. A 'how to' guide for teaching children in primary schools to write their own myths and legends.

To master the teaching of writing at greater depth, teachers first need to know: *What makes writing 'greater depth'? *What does it looks like? *How do I support children to develop the skills and creativity to be able to write at 'greater depth'? Official guidance lacks the substance and clarity that is needed so where do teachers go for support? This book provides teachers with support, guidance, background theory, examples and practical advice for the teaching of writing at greater depth. The text highlights the need to take writing beyond transcription into creative composition - and not only shows how this is possible, but also explores why it matters. The second edition is updated with new questions for discussion supporting teacher professional learning and links to the ITT Core Content Framework for trainee teachers.

Join a group of four kid detectives and help them find out about STEM while developing problem solving, observation and deduction, and investigating skills. Our four detectives, Farah, Amelia, Mohammad and Sam, are excited when they see their school installing solar panels and a wind turbine. A few days later, on a sunny but windy day, the power goes out halfway through a science lesson. The kids decide to investigate why the solar panels and wind turbine are failing to provide the school with the electricity they should be generating. With the help of Isla's mum, Luan, an engineer the four friends learn how solar and wind energy works. The children (and reader) uncover what has gone wrong and what is preventing the solar panels and wind turbine from doing what they are supposed to do. The story ends with the children figuring the fixes needed and telling their teacher. Featured interactive elements: Looking for clues in the illustrations Identifying tree species from a leaf Gathering crucial information from fact panels about how solar panels andwind turibines work Through interactive adventures that combine facts, brain-teasing puzzles and lively illustrations, the books impart STEM knowledge in an original way to inspire a love of the subject. The story in each book will have the reader solving puzzles, finding clues, cracking secret codes and uncovering mysteries. Perfect for aspiring detectives aged 7+.

'Absolutely fantastic, with excellent extract choices and carefully thought out questions' James Grocott, Deputy Headteacher, @deputygrocott An exciting reading comprehension resource from Andrew Jennings (@VocabularyNinja), the creator of the hugely popular Write Like a Ninja, Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja: Non-Fiction series. This photocopiable resource contains 24 immersive and imaginative fiction and poetry texts from acclaimed writers like David Almond, Roald Dahl, Katherine Rundell and Joseph Coelho, plus original texts by Adam Bushnell and Andrew Jennings aligned to the National Curriculum. Each is accompanied by differentiated activities and answers to boost retrieval skills and help pupils become fully fledged Comprehension Ninjas! Ideal for KS2 SATs practice, the reading texts are high-quality and rich in vocabulary. They cover a wide variety of genres including myths, classic and contemporary stories, traditional tales and poetry. If you're searching for engaging resources to help pupils practise comprehension strategies and question types such as skim and scan, true or false, find and copy, fill in the gap, sequencing and multiple choice, Comprehension Ninja for Ages 10-11: Fiction & Poetry is the book for you. For more must-have Ninja books, check out the Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja classroom and home learning resources.

'Absolutely fantastic, with excellent extract choices and carefully thought out questions' James Grocott, Deputy Headteacher, @deputygrocott An exciting reading comprehension resource from Andrew Jennings (@VocabularyNinja), the creator of the hugely popular Write Like a Ninja, Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja: Non-Fiction series. This photocopiable resource contains 24 immersive and imaginative fiction and poetry texts from acclaimed writers including Michael Morpurgo, Piers Torday and Grace Nichols, as well as original texts by Adam Bushnell and Andrew Jennings aligned to the National Curriculum. Each is accompanied by differentiated activities and answers to boost retrieval skills and help pupils become fully fledged Comprehension Ninjas! Ideal for KS2 SATs practice, the reading texts are high-quality and rich in vocabulary. They cover a wide variety of genres including fantasy, contemporary stories, traditional tales, historical fiction and poetry. If you're searching for engaging resources to help pupils practise comprehension strategies and question types such as skim and scan, true or false, find and copy, fill in the gap, sequencing and multiple choice, Comprehension Ninja for Ages 9-10: Fiction & Poetry is the book for you. For more must-have Ninja books, check out the Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja classroom and home learning resources.

'Time-saving gold dust for providing classroom comprehension practice.' Alex Barton, Teacher and author of Reading Recharged, @MrB_Y3 An exciting reading comprehension resource from Andrew Jennings (@VocabularyNinja), the creator of the hugely popular Write Like a Ninja, Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja: Non-Fiction series. This photocopiable resource contains 24 immersive and imaginative fiction and poetry texts from acclaimed writers including Zanib Mian, Chitra Soundar and Brian Moses, as well as original texts by Adam Bushnell and Andrew Jennings aligned to the National Curriculum. Each is accompanied by differentiated activities and answers to boost retrieval skills and help pupils become fully fledged Comprehension Ninjas! Ideal for KS1 SATs practice, the reading texts are high-quality and rich in vocabulary. They cover a wide variety of genres including fables, sci-fi, contemporary stories, adventure, traditional tales and poetry. If you're searching for engaging resources to help pupils practise comprehension strategies and question types such as skim and scan, true or false, draw and label, find and copy, fill in the gap, sequencing and multiple choice, Comprehension Ninja for Ages 6-7: Fiction & Poetry is the book for you. For more must-have Ninja books, check out the Vocabulary Ninja and Comprehension Ninja classroom and home learning resources.

* Early Years/Key stage 1 version of bestselling 'classic' Descriptosaurus * Tried and tested formula for stimulating creative writing and overcoming 'blank page syndrome' * Hugely respected and well known brand * Model created based on extensive feedback from children, teachers and educational professionals * Trialled in numerous schools and other settings

Join a group of four kid detectives and help them find out about STEM while developing problem solving, observation and deduction, and investigating skills. Our four detectives, Farah, Amelia, Mohammad and Sam, spot a man at the beach digging around the rocks using some curious looking tools. On closer inspection, the friends uncover what the man was looking at - a bone est in stone. Join the Detective gang as they meet a vet and palaeontologist, who will help them discover more about evolution, fossils and scientific research. Interactive elements: - Search and find clues in the illustrations - Help the kids complete the full skeleton by placing the bones in the right place - Gather crucial information from information panels about palaeontology and fossils - Match the fossil to the correct animal skeleton - Help the palaeontologist name the creature Through interactive adventures that combine facts, brain-teasing puzzles and lively illustrations, the books impart STEM knowledge in an original way to inspire a love of the subject. The story in each book will have the reader solving puzzles, finding clues, cracking secret codes and uncovering mysteries. Perfect for aspiring detectives aged 7+.

No matter what you teach, there is a 100 Ideas title for you! The 100 Ideas series offers teachers practical, easy-to-implement strategies and activities for the classroom. Each author is an expert in their field and is passionate about sharing best practice with their peers. Each title includes at least ten additional extra-creative Bonus Ideas that won't fail to inspire and engage all learners. Experienced trio Adam Bushnell, Rob Smith (founder of The Literacy Shed) and David Waugh present 100 quick, exciting and inspiring writing activities for the primary classroom. Focusing on the underpinnings of literacy, including grammar, spelling and syntax, this must-have book provides ideas for '30-minute writes' - fun and engaging writing activities that can be completed within 30 minutes. The ideas can be completed in a standalone literacy session focusing on a particular writing skill, or incorporated into a longer session relating to literacy or even other subjects. With cross-curriculum links to blend writing and other subject areas such as history, art, PE, music and more, 100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Writing is ideal for all teachers looking for fresh, invigorating ideas that have been tried and tested in primary classrooms. Written by experts in their field, 100 Ideas books offer practical ideas for busy teachers. They include step-by-step instructions, teaching tips, taking it further ideas and online resources. Follow the conversation on Twitter using #100Ideas

* A new series from the bestselling Descriptosaurus family * Age specific stories that can be used for reading for pleasure' and also containing a step by step guide to teaching punctuation * Characters from each story are used to demonstrate a range of punctuation rules in a fun and engaging way appropriate to that age group. * Areas covered include: Formulating punctuation rules, using misconceptions to highlight common errors and using teaching tips to provide a punctuation model *An indispensable teaching aid for making punctuation fun for all Year 1 to 4 Primary Teachers and Literacy Coordinators.

* A new series from the bestselling Descriptosaurus family * Age specific stories that can be used for reading for pleasure' and also containing a step by step guide to teaching punctuation * Characters from each story are used to demonstrate a range of punctuation rules in a fun and engaging way appropriate to that age group. * Areas covered include: Formulating punctuation rules, using misconceptions to highlight common errors and using teaching tips to provide a punctuation model *An indispensable teaching aid for making punctuation fun for all Year 1 to 4 Primary Teachers and Literacy Coordinators.

* A new series from the bestselling Descriptosaurus family * Age specific stories that can be used for reading for pleasure' and also containing a step by step guide to teaching punctuation * Characters from each story are used to demonstrate a range of punctuation rules in a fun and engaging way appropriate to that age group. * Areas covered include: Formulating punctuation rules, using misconceptions to highlight common errors and using teaching tips to provide a punctuation model *An indispensable teaching aid for making punctuation fun for all Year 1 to 4 Primary Teachers and Literacy Coordinators.

* A new series from the bestselling Descriptosaurus family * Age specific stories that can be used for reading for pleasure' and also containing a step by step guide to teaching punctuation * Characters from each story are used to demonstrate a range of punctuation rules in a fun and engaging way appropriate to that age group. * Areas covered include: Formulating punctuation rules, using misconceptions to highlight common errors and using teaching tips to provide a punctuation model *An indispensable teaching aid for making punctuation fun for all Year 1 to 4 Primary Teachers and Literacy Coordinators.

This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE) Anansi the spider is clever and helpful. When he comes across a sad and hungry sheep, Anansi decides to help the sheep find greener pastures. Along the way, he must also save them both from hungry wild beasts! Come along with Anansi and the Sheep on this fun mash-up of traditional stories! Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills. Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.