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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. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.When a group of Travelling recyclers agree to tidy up a town, their methods of working, their music and stories have a huge impact on the residents making them examine their lives.Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.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.

Big Cat for Little Wandle Fluency has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It consists of a range of chapter books with increasing word counts across 10 fluency levels aimed at children in Year 2 and 3. Each book builds reading confidence, stamina and speed and nurtures a love for reading.Fluency 4 books have a word count of 4080 words with an expected reading rate of 85 words per minute.Brodie loves visiting his Traveller grandparents on their Brilliant Barber Bus every summer holiday. Their home is always full of fascinating stories and friendly faces. But this year, not everything goes to plan!

Unlock your students' academic potential with this six-level, academic-light English course created to build the skills and language students need for their studies. Critical thinking is at the heart of the course, fostering the skills and strategies your students need to tackle academic tasks. The course is tailored to your needs and the needs of your students thanks to the extensive market research we have carried out with a global panel of ELT professionals. By listening to the needs of the teacher and student, we have developed a highly robust course.

Prism Reading Level 1 has 8 units to develop vocabulary, academic, and critical thinking skills. Students experience topics through fascinating readings in a wide variety of genres and formats to become familiar with material they might face in or outside the classroom. Each book includes a single-use code to access the Digital Pack that includes an eBook with video, Digital Workbook with extra practice to further improve reading, vocabulary, and language development, and one new reading per unit. Self-grading activities in the Digital Workbook help with learner autonomy and allow teachers to spend less time grading and more time teaching.

Prism is a five-level (A1 to C1), American English paired-skills course (Reading/Writing and Listening/Speaking), created for students who need to develop a range of academic skills. This Level 1 (A2) Reading and Writing Student's Book prepares students for college classes by developing their critical thinking, reading and writing skills, including grammar for writing. Special sections teach how to be a successful college student, and the accompanying video program sets the stage for each unit's topic. Inside the book is a single-use code for the Digital Pack. This provides automatically graded extra practice and works on computers or mobile devices.

Unlock Reading, Writing & Critical Thinking Student's Book with Digital Pack Level 2A (Units 1-4) prepares students for their academic studies by developing their reading, writing, critical thinking, and grammar for writing. QR codes on the pages give easy access to the audio of the reading passages. The video program sets the stage for each unit's topic with lessons in the Student's Book and the Digital Workbook. The Student's Digital Pack includes an eBook with interactive activities, audio and videos, Digital Workbook for additional practice, and downloadable audio. All content is mobile-friendly and can be accessed on any device.

Unlock Reading, Writing & Critical Thinking Student's Book with Digital Pack Level 2B (Units 5-8) prepares students for their academic studies by developing their reading, writing, critical thinking, and grammar for writing. QR codes on the pages give easy access to the audio of the reading passages. The video program sets the stage for each unit's topic with lessons in the Student's Book and the Digital Workbook. The Student's Digital Pack includes an eBook with interactive activities, audio and videos, Digital Workbook for additional practice, and downloadable audio. All content is mobile-friendly and can be accessed on any device.

Unlock Reading, Writing & Critical Thinking Student's Book with Digital Pack Level 2 prepares students for their academic studies by developing their reading, writing, critical thinking, and grammar for writing. QR codes on the pages give easy access to audio of the reading passages. The accompanying video program sets the stage for each unit's topic with lessons in both the Student's Book and the Digital Workbook. The Student's Digital Pack includes an eBook with interactive activities, audio and videos, Digital Workbook for additional practice, and downloadable audio. All content is mobile-friendly and can be accessed on any device.

Prism Reading Level 1 Teacher's Manual has lesson planners, teaching suggestions with a 'Path to Better Learning', video scripts, unit quizzes, and answer keys for the Student's Book and quizzes.

Prism is a paired skills course focusing on critical thinking, academic skills, and language students need most to prepare for their college studies. Prism is a five-level (A1 to C1), American English paired-skills course (Reading/Writing and Listening/Speaking), created for students who need to develop a range of academic skills. This Level 1 (A2) Reading and Writing Teacher's Manual contains teaching suggestions, video scripts, the student's book answer key, and unit quizzes with answer keys.

Gina the giant has arrived in Ada and Arnie's town... and she is very hungry! Ada and Arnie must think of a clever plan to stop the giant from eating up the townspeople. Could a giant sarnie for a giant person be the answer? This story shows the importance of friendship, empathy and teamwork.This book is from Readerful's Independent Library. It is for children aged 7 to 8 to read without support.Readerful: Inspiring Children to Read MoreReaderful is a specially designed reading library that motivates children aged 4-11 to develop a lifelong love of reading. The series offers contemporary, inclusive books across three key collections: Books for Sharing: Picture books to be read aloud by an adult for inspiring reading sessionsIndependent Library: Fiction, graphic texts, character mini-series and non-fiction for children to read independentlyRise: Fully decodable books for older struggling readers to read independently.How Readerful works: • Read aloud the Books for Sharing for magical reading sessions that motivate children to read more. • Encourage children to choose a book to read by themselves, from Readerful's Independent Library or from Rise. You'll find links between the books' topics, vocabulary, characters and authors - all designed to keep children reading, boost their vocabulary and develop their knowledge of the world around them.

A gripping football-filled adventure based in the Romanicommunity of 19th-century Sheffield.“Thesuperb Voices series takes unsung heroes of the pastand imagines them recounting the story of their remarkable lives'” - The Times  This action-packed story is told through theeyes of young Lijah, as he navigates life and discoversfootball and the legendary RabHowell. “Quick history of Rab Howell: born in a wagon on a camplike yours about thirty years ago. He played for United and England,and was one of the best players I ever saw.” In this heart-stopping adventure, Richard O’Neillshows us an important and intriguing time in Britainthat’s sure to fascinate young readers.   VOICES: A thrilling series showcasingsome of the UK’s finest writers for young people.Voices reflects the authentic, unsung stories of our past.Each story in the series shows that, even in times of great upheaval,a myriad of people have arrived on this island and madea home for themselves – from Roman times to the present day.

When Polonius the pit pony escapes from the coal mine he’s worked in all his life, he joins a family of Travellers. Although he enjoys the freedom and the fresh air that their lifestyle offers, he wishes he could give something back to the family in return.When the chance arrives for him to do something to help, he rises to the challenge, and uses his intelligence and skills to save the day.Based on true events and retold by a master of the oral tradition, this story bears witness to the Traveller values of independence, initiative, courage and hard work.

In this new addition to our ‘Travellers’ Tales’ series, Sonny devotes his weekend to helping his neighbours and fellow Travellers with a variety of tasks. He uses many skills, from calculating the amount of fuel needed for a journey, to restoring a caravan. In fact, the only thing he doesn’t do over the weekend is his homework – his workbook is missing! What will his teacher say? This new picture book by Richard O’Neill champions the idea that many skills learned at home are as important as those learned at school.Shortlisted for the Teach Early Years Awards 2020 (Picture Books Category)!

When Janie’s neighbour Mrs Tolen goes into hospital with a broken hip, it looks as though she will have to move out of her old caravan and into a house. Janie is desperate to help, but all seems lost until her school visits a local recycling plant. All it takes from there is imagination, a supportive community, and lots and lots of hard work to transform Mrs Tolen’s old caravan into a safe and secure new home! The latest picture book by renowned Romani storyteller Richard O’Neill celebrates the traditional Traveller virtues of resilience, adaptability, loyalty and independence.

Book Band: Lime (Ideal for ages 6+)An inspiring story about a Romani Traveller family, ideal for children practising reading at home or in school.Halle and her family are Romani Travellers. They move around and they're very good at fixing and making things. Halle's family visit a village that had lots of problems at their annual running race last year. Can Halle's family, with their truck of tools and wood, help the community avert another disaster? This story from children's authors Richard O'Neill and Michelle Russell is perfect for Key Stage 1 (KS1) children who are learning to read by themselves. It features colour illustrations by Elijah Vardo and provides awareness, understanding and celebration of a Travelling community._______________Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com. 'Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.' - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher

Book Band: Lime (Ideal for ages 6+)An inspiring story about a Romani Traveller family, ideal for children practising reading at home or in school.Halle and her family are Romani Travellers. They move around and they're very good at fixing and making things. Halle's family visit a village that had lots of problems at their annual running race last year. Can Halle's family, with their truck of tools and wood, help the community avert another disaster? This story from children's authors Richard O'Neill and Michelle Russell is perfect for Key Stage 1 (KS1) children who are learning to read by themselves. It features colour illustrations by Elijah Vardo and provides awareness, understanding and celebration of a Travelling community._______________Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com. 'Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.' - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher

Book Band: Lime (Ideal for ages 6+)An inspiring story about a Romani Traveller family, ideal for children practising reading at home or in school.Halle and her family are Romani Travellers. They move around and they’re very good at fixing and making things. Halle’s family visit a village that had lots of problems at their annual running race last year. Can Halle’s family, with their truck of tools and wood, help the community avert another disaster? This story from children’s authors Richard O’Neill and Michelle Russell is perfect for Key Stage 1 (KS1) children who are learning to read by themselves. It features colour illustrations by Elijah Vardo and provides awareness, understanding and celebration of a Travelling community._______________Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com. 'Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.' - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher

Book Band: Lime (Ideal for ages 6+)An inspiring story about a Romani Traveller family, ideal for children practising reading at home or in school.Halle and her family are Romani Travellers. They move around and they're very good at fixing and making things. Halle's family visit a village that had lots of problems at their annual running race last year. Can Halle's family, with their truck of tools and wood, help the community avert another disaster? This story from children's authors Richard O'Neill and Michelle Russell is perfect for Key Stage 1 (KS1) children who are learning to read by themselves. It features colour illustrations by Elijah Vardo and provides awareness, understanding and celebration of a Travelling community._______________Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com. 'Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.' - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher

When Polonius the pony escapes from the coalmine where he has worked all his life, he joins a family of Travellers. As he enjoys the fresh air and freedom in their company, Polonius wants to repay the family for caring for him. When the opportunity arises to help them, Polonius uses his clever skills to save the day. Part of the Rhyngom Scheme.

Sonny devotes his weekend to helping his neighbours and fellow Travellers. He uses many skills, from calculating the amount of fuel needed for a journey, to restoring a caravan. In fact, the only thing he doesn't do over the weekend is his homework! What will his teacher say? This new picture champions the idea that many skills learned at home are as important as those learned at school. Part of the Rhyngom Scheme.

A new picture book from celebrated Romani storyteller Richard O’Neill about how the power of stories can help us recognise our shared humanity.Two small towns, on opposite banks of the same river, want nothing to do with each other. No one knows why; that’s the way it’s always been. It’s only when a group of Travelling craftspeople arrive that questions are asked and things begin to change. Shared tales, dances, and food, together with an old storycoat, spark curiosity among the townspeople.Gradually, almost magically, the children of both towns realise that they have more in common than what keeps them apart. By the time the Travellers leave, a bridge has been formed to join the two communities forever. And the storycoat has a new story to tell.

A new picture book from celebrated Romani storyteller Richard O’Neill about how the power of stories can help us recognize our shared humanity.Two small towns, on opposite banks of the same river, want nothing to do with each other. No one knows why; that’s the way it’s always been. It’s only when a group of Traveling craftspeople arrive that questions are asked and things begin to change. Shared tales, dances, and food, together with an old storycoat, spark curiosity among the townspeople.Gradually, almost magically, the children of both towns realize that they have more in common than what keeps them apart. By the time the Travelers leave, a bridge has been formed to join the two communities forever. And the storycoat has a new story to tell.

A Traveller girl creates her own musical instrument from a willow branch and lots of recycled objects. She plays it enthusiastically, but it sounds terrible! Ignoring warnings not to awaken the ogre in the hills, Ossiri goes there to practise playing her instrument. Will she wake the ogre, and will it appreciate her playing? Told by a Romani storyteller and a picture book author, this original tale offers a fascinating insight into Travelling lifestyles and cultures.

When a Traveller family experiences a run of bad luck, an imaginative boy called Yokki lifts their spirits with tales of a magical white horse. A traditional Traveller-family folk tale which inspires hope and celebrates creativity. Told by a Romani storyteller together with a picture book author to positively reflect Travelling cultures.