Vivian French

Tim Archbold

A new series of short fiction for newly independent readers. Each story is between 300 and 500 words long, and together the books offer a range of genres, from humor to adventure, and from mystery to fantasy.

Growl!

Angela McAllister

Gordon's parents are going out and Gordon is being left in the safe hands of a new babysitter - with the sort of name that really should have alerted Gordon's parents to her possible unsuitability for the job! Lily Jigg Popsicle is more interested in playing than babysitting but she has a hard job of persuading Gordon to join in. It is not until she plays at supersonic space ships that she finally cracks Gordon's shell of respectability, and after that, it is fun, fun, fun. A humorous and delightful picture book that will refresh adult readers minds about the need to juggle doughnuts - and surprise some children who may not know that grown ups like being naughty too.

Be Good Gordon

Ruth Miskin

Cynthia Rider

The Read Write Inc. Phonics storybooks provide structured practice for children in decoding words and reading through phonics. Each set of books is carefully graded so children can read them with confidence. Read Write Inc. Phonics storybooks help parents support their child by: * Using Ruth Miskin's successful tried-and-tested phonic methodology for reading success * Offering practical and effective advice in guiding their child through every story * Building confidence using funand engaging stories with opportunities for talk and praise throughout The structured phonic story in Book 4A is written for parents to plan one-a-night achievable reading sessions with their child - great for busy parents! Reading steps for success: * Practise reading the Speed Sounds before each story * Read the Red and Green words before each story * Read the story to decode every word * Re-read the story to reinforce meaning * Re-read the story for fluency This book is illustrated by Tim Archbold, who uses a style that has been likened to Quentin Blake's, which children love. It is recommended that parents use the RWI Phonics Speed Sound Flashcards Set 1 and Sets 2 and 3 to practise before and alongside children reading any of the RWI storybooks. RWI Level in Schools: Although these books have been created for the home market, they have been written to Pink Level of the RWI school books. The creator, Ruth Miskin, is currently involved in a series of nationwide training programmes for primary schools, commissioned by the UK government's Department for Education and Skills. In 2007, Channel 4 ran a series of programmes showing the RWI method being used in schools. Ruth Miskin is becoming a well-known name both in school and at home.

Dragon Bay

Maggie Moore

Barrie Wade

Fairy tales, folk tales, fables, magical tales & traditional stories. Exciting new stories based on classic myths and legends from around the world.

Thor's Hammer

Retold by Barrie Wade

When Thor's hammer goes missing, Thor will stop at nothing to get it back!

Rebecca Lisle

When a rich little boy disappears from his luxurious home, his parent and neighbours are frantic with worry. But three local children get special help from his dog, and follow a series of unexpected clues to find him in a most unlikely spot! Author Deatails: Rebecca Lisle was born in Yorkshire. She went to Newcastle University, and then trained as a teacher. After having lived in such exciting places as New York and Switzerland, she now lives in Bristol with her husband, two sons, and two cats.

The Dog in the Diamond Collar

Read Write Inc. Fresh Start is a specially adapted literacy programme for all pupils in Years 5, 6 and 7 who are working below National Curriculum level 3. The Fresh Start handbook introduces teachers to all the Read Write Inc. resources for teaching reading, writing and spelling. It describes how to introduce the scheme into Year 5, 6 and 7 classes, how to assess and group the pupils, and how to progress them through the scheme at the best rate for each pupil or group. Blueprint lesson plans are provided for teaching the phonics activities and using the Modules. These provide practice in reading, writing and spelling, and consolidate the pupils' knowledge through comprehension and guided composition. Suggested timetables and assessment charts are included.

Tim Archbold

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