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Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting
fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire
children. They are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 1-6
and contain notes in the back. The Handbooks provide support in
demonstration and modelling, monitoring comprehension and expanding
vocabulary. Humpty Dumpty has fallen off the wall! Follow a cast of
familiar fairy tale characters as they try to help him. Lilac/Band
0 books are wordless books that tell a story through pictures and
are designed to develop an understanding of how stories work. They
support early practice of reading and exploration of familiar
themes to further develop curiosity and inspiration for early
readers. Images from within each scene are pulled out along the
bottom of the pages to focus and promote discussion. These books
support Phase 1 of Letters and Sounds. Pages 14 and 15 contain an
"I Spy" feature, which uses visual support to help children explore
the themes and sounds contained within the book. Reading notes
within the book provide practical support for reading Big Cat
Phonics for Letters and Sounds with children, including a list of
all the sounds and words that the book will cover.
A surprising and entertaining story from former children's laureate
and multi-award winner Anne Fine, perfect for children learning to
read. Bryce is fed up with tests. So far this week he's had a
spelling test, a swimming test, and even a test on his bike. So, on
Friday, Bryce decides to surprise the adults with his own test.
What happens when Bryce turns the tables on all the adults? The
Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It
features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite
topics, so that children will find something to excite and engage
them in every title they pick up. It's the first step towards a
lasting love of reading. Level 3 Reading Ladder titles are perfect
for fluent readers who are beginning to read exciting, challenging
stories independently. Varied sentences Detailed illustrations to
enjoy Chapters Interesting characters and themes A rich range of
vocabulary More complex storylines to stretch confident readers All
Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy
consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents
keen to support their children's reading. Book band: Gold.
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... 387 BC Rome is
under attack from the vicious Gauls and the barbarian army is now
preparing to besiege the Temple of Juno on Capitol Hill, home of
Brutus, a trainee priest. The temple's inhabitants are offered help
from the army of Lord Furius, but are not sure if he is to be
trusted. However, when rescue eventually comes it is from an even
more unlikely source... A tale based on one of the most famous of
all Roman legends, full of Terry Deary's dark humour and dry wit.
Book band: Grey Ideal for ages 8+ Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
From the best-selling author of Horrible Histories... Spain, 1099
Cristina is a serving girl at the palace of Valencia, and she has a
reputation for being cowardly. El Cid, King Alfonso's greatest
knight, is a master of terror. Tomorrow he marches on the blood
thirsty Berbers at the city gates, and Cristina must lead him into
battle under very strange circumstances... can she find the courage
to take the reins and save the day? An unusual tale, based on a
real medieval knight, this story is full of Terry Deary's dark
humour and dry wit.
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... The boys at
school are excited. The Olympic games are coming to the city. They
may be too young to compete, but their teacher suggests the school
should have its own games. Of course, girls have no part at all in
these festivities but Elena discovers her twin brother, Cypselis,
has made a bet with Big Bacchiad (the school bully). If Cypselis
wins he will get a new goat. If he loses then Elena will become
Bacchiad's slave. Elena's freedom is at stake - she needs all her
cunning to make sure her brother wins. But will he? Terry Deary's
Greek Tales explore the world of Ancient Greece through the eyes of
children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature
real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Greek
settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help
extend learning and exploration of the historical period.
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... This is a tale
of Neria, who works in the House of Death helping her father to
make mummies. Neria enjoys her work, but when the pharaoh dies,
everyone is so busy that Neria is given the responsibility of
mummifying the pharaoh's cat, to accompany him to the afterlife.
The trouble is, Neria doesn't want to kill and gut the cat! Can she
find a way to save it - without being caught and punished? Terry
Deary's Egyptian Tales explore the world of Ancient Egypt through
the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These
stories feature real people and take place in some of the most
recognisable Egyptian settings. This new edition features notes for
the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the
historical period.
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Tutankhamen
has been buried in his rocky tomb. But there is a plot to rob the
grave of its vast wealth as soon as possible after the funeral. A
motley gang of villains have all the skills they need to undertake
the crime - the key member of the team is young Paneb, who is small
and lithe and the only one who can slip through the tunnel and into
the funeral chamber. It's a risky venture, because, if he's caught,
the punishment is slow torture and death. Terry Deary's Egyptian
Tales explore the world of Ancient Egypt through the eyes of
children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature
real people and take place in some of the most recognisable
Egyptian settings. This new edition features notes for the reader
to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... AD 64 Rome is
a frightening place. But little does Christian slave girl Mary
realise the dangers that await her when she accompanies her master
to the city. It is the day of the chariot races and Mary finds
herself the only witness to a terrible crime. Soon it is not just
the thieves and drunks she has to worry about, but someone far more
cruel and powerful... A tale based on a key moment in Roman
history, full of Terry Deary's dark humour and dry wit. Book band:
Brown Ideal for ages 7+ Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Henri Giffard
has devoted all his free time and money to inventing the first
steam-driven hot air balloon. He's determined to make mankind's
first ever-powered flight, and so in 1852 he sets off for Paris
with just an urchin girl to help him. Thousands of people gather to
watch the flight. Will the machine work when the weather changes -
or will Henri's dream of flying become his downfall? Terry Deary's
Victorian Tales explore the fascinating world of the Victorians,
including many of the incredible achievements and breakthroughs
that took place, through the eyes of children who could have lived
at the time. This new edition features notes for the reader to help
extend learning and exploration of the historical period.
Inspire a love of reading with stories that are written from a
child’s perspective and will encourage children to discover the
world around them. With audio and activities, Peapod Readers
are the perfect start to a child’s journey into learning English.
Katy draws a funny house. Includes: Before and after reading
activities Picture dictionary Exam practice for Cambridge Pre A1
Starters Reading guide online
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the
outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by
Books For Keeps _______________ Ideal for readers aged 7+ Wessex,
Southern England, 878. Fortune is not on the side of the English
and the Vikings will soon control all the land. Even young
Ethelbert believes he could do a better job than King Alfred.
Little does he know that soon he will be called on to prove it.
Terry Deary’s Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the
Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the
time. These stories feature real people from history and take place
in some of the most recognizable Viking settings. This new edition
features notes for the reader to help extend learning and
exploration of the historical period. Book band: Brown Quizzed for
Accelerated Reader _______________ ‘Bubbling with wit, language
play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to
trigger young readers' interest in all things historical’ - Books
For Keeps
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Norway, 793
AD. Fleece was snatched by Viking warriors when she was a young
girl. Now she must work for a bullying farmer and his family,
looking after their sheep. She longs to return to the country where
she was born, but how will she ever make that journey back across
the sea? Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology
of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at
the time. These stories feature real people from history and take
place in some of the most recognizable Viking settings. This new
edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and
exploration of the historical period. Book band: Brown Ideal for
ages 7+ Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... North America,
1009. The conquering Vikings are delighted to reach North America.
The land is green and fertile - it's the perfect place to establish
a new home. But first they must learn to get on with the natives.
Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the
Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the
time. These stories feature real people from history and take place
in some of the most recognizable Viking settings. This new edition
features notes for the reader to help extend learning and
exploration of the historical period. Book band: Brown Ideal for
ages 7+ Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Whitby,
Northern England, 867. Edwin and Luke are young boys training to be
monks. It's a quiet life, until one day the Vikings invade. The
boys are terrified of the fearsome Danes, whose gods are even more
terrifying warriors than they are. What will happen if the boys are
caught? Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology
of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at
the time. These stories feature real people from history and take
place in some of the most recognisable Viking settings. This new
edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and
exploration of the historical period. Book band: Brown Ideal for
ages 7+ Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Plymouth, 1577
Tom is a cabin boy for Captain Francis Drake, on his mission to
steal South American gold from the Spanish fleet. Can Tom survive
the trip round the world, through waves three times the height of
their tiny ship, help Drake defeat the Spanish galleons - and come
back rich? A fantastic story blending pirate legend with historical
fact and Terry Deary's vividly imagined characters. Book Band:
Brown Ideal for ages 7+ Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Isambard
Kingdom Brunel's Great Western is the biggest, fasted steamship in
the world. But the crew of the little Irish steamship Sirius are
determined to beat Brunel's sea monster and be the first ship to
cross the Atlantic by steam alone. With fires causing havoc, Brunel
getting injured and one ship running out of coal, which steam sea
monster has the power to win this dangerous race? Terry Deary's
Victorian Tales explore the fascinating world of the Victorians,
including many of the incredible achievements and breakthroughs
that took place, through the eyes of children who could have lived
at the time. This new edition features notes for the reader to help
extend learning and exploration of the historical period.
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... The day Queen
Mary Tudor came to town was the most terrifying day of young Meg's
life. The Queen is also known as 'Bloody Mary' because she has
anyone who doesn't go to church burned. Everyone wants to impress
her, and what better way than by burning a witch. But the "witch"
in question, Old Nan, is more clever and cunning than the
townspeople who hunt her... Terry Deary's Tudor Tales explore the
infamous world of the Tudors through the eyes of children who could
have lived at the time. These stories feature real people and take
place in some of the most recognisable Tudor settings. This new
edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and
exploration of the historical period.
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Every day,
hapless hopefuls travel to dirty and dangerous Tudor London, trying
to seek their fortunes. But what and who is waiting for them when
they get there? Tricksters and conmen, like young Eleanor's family,
who prey on their naivety. Meanwhile, the fearsome King Henry VIII
has some rather cruel ideas of justice... for everyone. Terry
Deary's Tudor Tales explore the infamous world of the Tudors
through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time.
These stories feature real people and take place in some of the
most recognisable Tudor settings. This new edition features notes
for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the
historical period.
From the best-selling author of Horrible Histories... Germany, 1227
One night in a quiet German village, a stranger enters a local
tavern. He is Sir Ulrich of Bavaria, a knight with a deadly sword,
a noble steed... and a green silk dress. Sir Ulrich fights for
Venus, the goddess of love, and dresses as a woman in her honour.
He will give a gold ring to any man who dares fight him, but who
will step up to such an unusual challenger? A strange and exciting
tale, based on a real medieval knight, this story is full of Terry
Deary's dark humour and dry wit.
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Nevis Island,
Caribbean, 1680 Red-legs Greaves has been a slave, a pirate, and a
rich sugar planter. Now he's a prisoner. And next morning, he'll be
dead - hanged by the neck for piracy! His only friend is a slave
girl called Lou. Can Lou do anything to save Red-legs? It would
take a miracle... A fantastic story blending pirate legend with
historical fact and Terry Deary's vividly imagined characters. Book
Band: Grey Ideal for ages 8+ Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... A crowded
train takes a wrong turn and hurtles at full speed into a section
of track that should have been closed for repair. Among the
passengers is the writer Charles Dickens. Can young workman Tommy
stop the train in time and save the lives of those on board - or is
it already too late? In this dramatic re-telling of one of the
worst rail accidents in Victorian Britain, the Staplehurst Railway
disaster, Terry Deary's Victorian Tales explore the fascinating
world of the Victorians, including many of the incredible
achievements and breakthroughs that took place, through the eyes of
children who could have lived at the time. This new edition
features notes for the reader to help extend learning and
exploration of the historical period.
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... King Henry VII
is a mean and ruthless king and when a young boy named Lambert
Simnel lays claim to the throne, Henry is furious. Lambert is no
match for the powerful king - can he escape the extraordinary
punishment he faces? Terry Deary's Tudor Tales explore the infamous
world of the Tudors through the eyes of children who could have
lived at the time. These stories feature real people and take place
in some of the most recognisable Tudor settings. This new edition
features notes for the reader to help extend learning and
exploration of the historical period.
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