N.S. Blackman - Böcker

Fully illustrated,fast-moving and fun dinosaur-themed fiction. Perfect for emergent readers **** The Dinoteks series has proven appeal to emergent readers, with a track record in encouraging even reluctant readers to read for pleasure. The vibrant illustrations that accompany the text engage, children and encourage reading, as do the short chapters and cliff-hanger endings. **** The series is a perfect read for children who love dinosaurs, particularly emergent readers. SYNOPSIS: On a visit to a museum, curious school boy, Marlin Maxton, is fascinated by an old-fashioned model dinosaur. Imagine his delight when his interest sparks the creature into life – and not just one, but the other dinosaur models too, including a T-Rex! But these are more than dinosaurs – these are Dinoteks – a wonderful combination of antique metal models and prehistoric animal, they are as awesome as dinosaurs – and able to talk and feel. Best of all they befriend Marlin, who helps them to escape from the hunting humans who fear them – and want to destroy them. A fast paced, fun read, packed with fantastic illustrations to engage and encourage emergent and newly confident readers. The back of the book has an exciting “Dinotek-Spotting Guide” to immerse young readers in the world of the Dinoteks. This story will delight all young dinosaur fans and appeal to readers of series such as Dogman, Beast Quest, Horrid Henry and Dinosaur Cove. Reviews **** “5 star dinosaur fiction … The books are a great fit for the target audience – straightforward, energetic and imaginative.” Bookbag Book Reviews“Fast moving; rip roaring adventures … I especially liked the ‘Dinotek spotting tips’ section at the end where readers are invited to look around them for clues of the Dinoteks’ existence; it really brings the world to life for the reader.” School Librarian Journal

On a trip to a museum Marlin Maxton discovers a forgotten room full of fantastic old dinosaur models. To his astonishment and delight his interest sparks the huge machines into life. These are dinosaurs for a new generation - life-sized animals and living machines combined.In this series books the dinosaurs are not only back,they are better than ever. These dinosaurs are awesome prehistoric creatures re-invented and able to talk, feel and work together as a team. Best of all they befriend Marlin and together they set off on on a series of thrilling adventures - the first being to escape from the adults who fear them and are hunting them.Book 3 is the thrilling climax to Marlin's first adventure with his new friends. Warm characters, thrilling action, short chapters and vibrant illustrations make this the perfect read. Young readers, just moving on from beginner books, love the animal details, action adventure and page-turning plot twists.Great for fans of animals stories, dinosaurs, mysteries and adventure. These illustrated children's books are in the tradition of stories such as Fantastic Mr Fox and Watership Down; the animals are great characters. The series appeals to fans of: Dinosaur Cove, Beast Quest and Magic Tree House - in fact any readers who enjoy a great adventure story. A gripping combination of action and adventure bringing together magic and science, fun and dinosaurs!

Parents and teachers love The Secret Dinosaur because it is proven to encourage reading and is perfect for exciting boy readers - reluctant or otherwise. It's excellent for fans of Beast Quest; Horrid Henry; Dinosaur Cove - and readers who have outgrown those series.

Bron is an enslaved Saxon boy. He works hard for his master – the lazy village blacksmith – but he never gets enough food, and cruel jibes from other, non-enslaved children are hard to bear. Hunger and loneliness seem to be all that Bron can expect.One day, while out collecting firewood, Bron encounters a young warrior – the niece of a local king. She is travelling with a famous warlord, Lord Beogard. Their mission: to bring peace to the Saxons and Jutes – the two tribes are on the brink of war.Bron takes a chance to escape and secretly follows the royal warrior, Sigwyn, and her leader Lord Beogard on their dangerous quest. Can Bron prove his worth amongst trained warriors and those of noble birth?A tale of friendship, divided loyalties and the desire to belong, this adventure immerses readers in the Anglo-Saxon era.Reviews"A tour de force of accurate history and epic adventure scenes, this is a really great book for Year 5 and 6 children." --The School Run website“This is an excellently written narrative that really evokes the period, bringing the reader an excellent cast of characters to relish. The historical background is authentic, and the excitement of the period is conveyed really well, to draw in the reader.”– Parents-in-Touch"This engaging historical novel is the story of Bron, enslaved to a cruel and drunken blacksmith, who gains his freedom and wins the respect of the warriors he joins through his bravery and loyalty…The landscape of villages, farms and dangers for travellers is realistically drawn, and the mythology of the time is deftly conjured …a rewarding read.”– The School Librarian Journal

A fun, fast-paced, illustrated racing adventure, appealing to motorsports fans, emergent readers and all children who like a great story* “Do not try to cheat. You will be caught!” *That’s the ever-so-friendly message waiting for the racing teams when they arrive on Rumblemore Island for the Mash-Up Machines racing competition – a thrilling series of electric, recycled car races through wild terrain.But who would think of cheating?Not Lexie, the brave young navigator. And not her friend Jace, the boy who loves fixing up old machines.But what about Mr Deesol Dragg? He’s already rich (you should see his super-powered car!) and now it seems he will stop at nothing to become famous too.But he wouldn’t cheat to win… would he?**The Fantastic Electric Mash-up Machines is a thrilling adventure that will have young readers gripped from the opening page! **