Ceej Rowland – illustratör

Joseph is rubbish at football. Even his best mate thinks so! The final straw comes when he scores an own goal - no wonder everyone teases him! But then, Joseph's cousin Simone asks him to try out a new sport ... This one has a puck, skates and is played on a rink ... Joseph has never even heard of it! Will Joseph be too nervous to give it a go, or will he get his skates on? Skates On is part of the Astro range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Astro books are ideal for struggling and reluctant readers aged 7-11. Each book is dual-banded so that children can improve their fluency whilst enjoying exciting fiction and non-fiction relevant to their age. Astro books for Mercury/Purple band are also highly-decodable so ideal for extra phonics practice. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Interest age: 7-8 Reading age: 6-7 years

When young Orlando searches the forest for his banished lady love, Rosalind, he doesn''t realise that he''s met her in disguise. Dressed up as a boy, Rosalind sees a chance to train Orlando to be the sort of partner she''d like - and she has some laughs along the way!This humorous romance has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Originally written by William Shakespeare, this edition has been cleverly adapted for young readers of 7+ by Samantha Newman. This is the perfect first introduction to a classic play from the most influential English writer of all time.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

Prince Hamlet''s father is dead. Hamlet believes he was murdered, and that he knows the culprit. The only problem is it''s his uncle, the new king - and Hamlet has no proof.This striking tragedy has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

When two sets of long-lost twins turn up in the same town on the same day, confusion and hilarity ensue. Antipholus and Dromio of Syracuse are looking for their brothers - but they accidentally end up living their lives instead!This clever comedy has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

A romance between a Roman general and the Queen of Egypt was never going to be easy. Marc Antony has abandoned his duties since he has fallen in love with Cleopatra. But as war looms, their union shifts from difficult to doomed...This tragic romance has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

King Lear demands that his three daughters tell him how much they love him. When his youngest, Cordelia, refuses, he casts her out and divides his kingdom between the other two. But when those two reject him, he descends into despair and madness...This moving tragedy has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

King Ferdinand''s plan to ban ladies from his court to focus on his studies seems like a great one - until the Princess of France and her friends arrive and he falls in love! Can Ferdinand and his friends break their own law?This hilarious comedy has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

Macbeth is riding home from war when he is met by three witches. They tell him a prophecy, in which he will be king of Scotland. Macbeth decides to make it come true by killing the current king - but he soon comes to be haunted by his bloody choice.This murderous tragedy has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

Four young lovers escape into the woods outside Athens, each hoping to find true love and happiness. Instead, they find fairy mischief and love potions! Everyone is confused about who likes who - and has the Queen of the Fairies fallen in love with a donkey?This classic comedy has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

Their battles of wits are legendary, but Benedick has sworn off women and Beatrice has vowed that she will never marry a man. It''s a good job that they don''t like each other then... or might they be persuaded with a little help from their friends?This humorous romance has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

General Othello is the best soldier in Venice. But when he marries the beautiful Desdemona, one of the senator''s daughters, he begins to discover that he is surrounded by enemies.This moving tragedy has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

A young man named Antonio borrows money from a merchant of Venice named Shylock, so that he can court a fine lady he wishes to marry. When Antonio is late to repay his debt, Shylock has him arrested and demands that a terrible price must be paid...This thrilling tale has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

The greatest love story ever told. When Romeo and Juliet meet, they fall in love - but how can they ever be together when all their families know is hate for one another?This epic romance has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

Helena, a low-born girl, is desperately in love with Bertram, a nobleman. When she is allowed to choose anyone in the kingdom to marry, she chooses Bertram. He swears he will never be her husband. Can Helena ever convince Bertram to love her back?This unconventional romance has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

The King of Naples and the Duke of Milan are shipwrecked on a strange, enchanted island. Little do they know that the lord of the island is Prospero, the old duke of Milan who they betrayed many years ago - and he has been plotting his revenge ever since...This thrilling tale has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

King Leonte''s jealousy causes his sweet wife, Hermione to die and their baby daughter, Perdita to be exiled. Can the king learn the error of his ways? Will he ever get to meet Perdita again?This tale of redemption has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

A shipwreck separates twins Viola and Sebastian on the shores of an unknown land. Viola disguises herself as a male servant, but soon falls in love with her master. He is in love with a countess, who in turn falls in love with Viola! And it only gets more complicated when Sebastian turns up...This hilarious comedy has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by Samantha Newman, it will enthral young readers of 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare''s Tales brings the Bard''s timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

This beautifully illustrated collection set brings the Bard''s timeless tales to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman''s cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.Stories include:- A Midsummer Night''s Dream- Romeo and Juliet- Comedy of Errors- Much Ado About Nothing- Othello- Macbeth- The Tempest- And many more!

William Shakespeare''s most famous stories are brought to life for a new generation!This cleverly adapted, wittily illustrated book is the ideal introduction to Shakespeare for a new generation. It will take young readers on an imaginative journey to the Globe Theatre in Elizabethan England, where they will discover some of the most famous plays ever written.They will...• Thrill to the ghostly drama of Hamlet.• Be swept away by the magic of A Midsummer Night''s Dream.• Swoon to the timeless romance of Romeo and Juliet.• Gasp at the twisting plot of Macbeth!Samantha Newman''s reworked text retains many of Shakespeare''s own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children.

"Teach Your Kid..." PROVIDES A SIMPLE 8 STEP PROCESS to parents and coaches on how to teach children to hit a baseball or softball. It is a process that will dramatically increase the chances of any child to make contact with the ball.

Kevin Gallagher designed this book to convince the vast audience of parents that they, regardless of their background, can teach their child to hit a baseball/softball.

The book is an easy read and is a story of the state of Baseball today. It describes the reasons that have contributed to the games declining popularity in America and the disappearing participation of America''s youth, with an emphasis on the flawed teaching of the Launch Angle or Lift Swing in MLB.

"Teach Your Kid..." will bring you to the inevitable conclusion that the only way to keep your child involved with the game is to have them hit the ball and have fun!

Mr. Gallagher includes a link to a 24 minute Instructional Video broken down step by step to help you visualize what is being taught.