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Flo of the Somme (Paperback)
Hilary Robinson; Illustrated by Martin Impey
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Following on from the huge success of 'Where The Poppies Now Grow'
and 'The Christmas Truce', 'Flo Of The Somme' pays tribute to the
remarkable bravery of the animals who risked their lives during
World War 1. Mercy dog 'Flo' has more to contend with than racing
across dangerous battlefields. Can she reach the injured in time
with her first aid kit, and can she lead stretcher bearer, Ray, to
the stricken. Poignant, poetic text, sensitively written for a
young audience with rich illustrations that detail significant
landmarks of a battle which is recognised as one of the costliest
engagements of World War 1.
It's Christmas Eve 1914. A group of tired soldiers start singing
Stille Nacht. Soldiers the other side of No Man's Land respond with
Silent Night. The next day, soldiers on both sides put down their
weapons and celebrate the spirit of Christmas Day with a friendly
football match. In the sequel to the hugely popular Where The
Poppies Now Grow, The Christmas Truce finds soldiers Ben and Ray
shaking hands in friendship with Karl and Lars, a tribute to that
remarkable moment in history when, for one day, peace found a
place. Ideal resource for Remembrance, PSHE and SMSC.
Childhood friends, Ben and Ray, find their innocent war games
become real as the Great War rages around them. Set during the
First World War, in simple rhyme, Where the Poppies Now Grow takes
readers on a journey of friendship set against a changing landscape
of innocence, of war and then finally, of peace. Nominated for Kate
Greenaway Medal 2015 Nominated for Carnegie Medal 2015 Shortlisted
for Hampshire School Book Award 2014 Finalist Educational Book
Award - Education Resources Award 2015" Ideal resource for
Remembrance, PSHE and SMSC.
When the First World War is declared on 4th August 1914, errand
boy, Alfie, is disappointed that he is too young to sign up. But
his frustration turns to despair as he begins to understand the
brutal reality of battle.During the four year conflict, Alfie's
exchange of letters with Heligan stone mason, Fred Paynter, and the
visits home of gardener, William Guy, paint a poignant picture of
life at the front. Reading them in a peaceful corner of England,
the sanctuary of Heligan, Alfie realises just how different his
life could have been.Can Fred and Will survive the horrors of the
Somme offensive in 1916? And what shocking news might Alfie receive
about other battles?Drawing on facts from the historical records of
The Lost Gardens of Heligan, 'A Song For Will' is a beautiful story
of longing, loss and discovery.
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