Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available. Sam and Layla enjoy playing games, chatting to their friends and watching things online. But sometimes using the internet worries them and they don’t always enjoy screen time as much as they think they will. Why is that? White Plus/Band 10+ books provide challenging plots and vocabulary as well as opportunities to practise inference, prediction and reading stamina. Pages 46 and 47 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall. Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities. Lisa co-authored Exploring Cyberspace with Kyle Taylor to help children make sense of the internet and its increasing presence in their lives. Following her own children’s experiences, she wants to help provide context as children navigate their lives online, encouraging them to interpret what they see and make active choices.  Kyle Taylor has spent his career working on issues surrounding data, democracy and the impact of the digital age on society. He is an expert on digital privacy and data issues. Kyle is the author of "The Little Black Book of Data and Democracy" – a beginner's guide to social media and society, which is aimed at adult audiences. He co-authored Exploring Cyberspace to offer children and parents an accessible way to introduce these complex topics to young people so they are prepared for the digital world.

The third book of the series is a heart-warming story about a girl and the endangered blue whale. When Paula discovers a baby blue whale caught in a fishing net, she realises there is only one thing to do. This magical encounter will forever change Paula's understanding of COMPASSION. Learn some wonderful blue whale facts, too! What can really change the world? In the seven-book series Together we can change the World, children learn how they can transform themselves and the world around them by embracing their emotional superpowers - LOVE, COURAGE, COMPASSION, KINDNESS, RESPECT, INTEGRITY and GRATITUTE. Through seven stories across seven continents, each featuring the precious connection between a child and an endangered animal, we highlight our responsibility to Planet Earth.

An inspirational picture book for BIPOC children about the power of big dreams-for their future selves, their communities, and the larger world. Nyasha Williams's latest picture book is a moving and powerful invitation to BIPOC children to fully explore their dreams for the future. Dreams provide purpose and meaning-they are ideas born of love. They take time to sprout and can sometimes be clouded by the doubts of others, BUT with patience and discipline, we can rely on our visions for a better world by following our dreams. Interspersed with explanations of what dreams are and why they are important, are affirmations that offer precise ideas for ways our dreams can effect change. Encouraging readers to reach for the stars and embrace others for what they are or wish to be, Keep Dreaming, Black Child reminds children of the power of hope.

A rollicking, rhyming, enchanted adventure featuring a young wizard in training in this easy Step 1 Reader. HOCUS-POCUS! Maxie Wiz has magic homework! She must collect all the charms in her magic spell for it to work. Will she be able to follow the steps and rev up her magic wand? Follow this little wizard and her dragon on a whimsical treasure hunt. Predictable rhymes help support a successful reading experience, while bright, lively art brings this delightful story to life. Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading.

A rollicking, rhyming, magical adventure in this Step 1 Reader featuring a young wizard in training! Maxie Wiz wants a pal. HOCUS-POCUS-a dragon egg appears! Soon, he almost grows too large for the castle! What spells will Maxie come up with to help with her new pet? Follow this little wizard and her hatchling dragon for a day full of fun and charming spells! Easy-to-follow rhyme ensures a successful reading experience, while bright, lively art brings this delightful story to life. Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading.

Come along on this wonderful STEM story that follows Femi as he battles with anxiety and overcomes his fears before Science Day. Meet Femi, a hardworking little boy whose nerves can sometimes get the better of him. One evening, Femi is showing his Grandma the wind machine he has built, but when it doesn't work his tummy flutters and his legs start to wobble. What if his project doesn't work on the day? What if his teacher doesn't like it? Children commonly experience anxiousness. Made in collaboration with Woke Babies, this book aims to normalise this feeling of worry and provide children with a technique to combat it. With vivid illustrations accompanying the inspiring story, this picture book is ideal for children aged 3-5 and will subtly teach them about science and mindfulness. This encouraging STEM book for children offers: - Material that's made in collaboration with both educational and STEM consultants to ensure that it's accurate. - A beautifully illustrated story that gently teaches mindfulness and STEM to its young readers. - Content made by people of colour and a black protagonist in the book, as it is important for children to relate to characters in books. Whether you are looking for a heart-warming story with inspiring characters, or a gift for a little one, Femi and the Mindfulness Machine will make the perfect addition to any child's bookshelf. What are you waiting for? Let's go to Science Day!