James Rey Sanchez – illustratör

Two siblings are going to sleep over at Gramma and Grampa’s creepy new house for the very first time. Their neighbours say there’s a ghost living there, but these kids definitely aren’t scared. That is…until the dead of night, when strange sounds and smells start coming from the older brother’s pants. There’s only one logical conclusion… His butt must be haunted!Filled with gas, ghosts, and plenty of giggles, this book will inspire endless rereads as it turns farts into the butt of the joke.

Who would’ve thought that a dog, a cat, and a mouse could be best friends? In this fun picture book, Milly, Tilly, and Willy are best friends despite their differences. Early readers can follow the fun story and whimsical illustrations as they learn that our differences are what make us special. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Batty and Catty are bragging about their special abilities and Batty’s feelings get hurt. Catty feels bad and decides to make amends by teaching Batty some new tricks while learning some new ones herself. Written in verse, this picture book introduces social and emotional learning (SEL) topics to upper emergent readers. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

When Anna's and Jason's parents decide to move to a new house, the kids are less than thrilled. Especially when they suspect that their "new" house is haunted! But this ghost isn't spooky at all. In fact, this ghost seems to have a sense of humor! Readers will be "haunted" by the humorous antics in this delightfully illustrated ghost story. This short, 32-page hi-lo book will appeal to reluctant readers who enjoy a good whodunnit.

When Vikings arrive and invade, King Alfred summons the Anglo-Saxons to fight. This true story of the famous defeat of the Vikings is brought to life through the eyes of Alfred's squire, who witnesses Alfred's bravery first hand.This first colour chapter book is a perfectly levelled, accessible text for Key stage 2 readers aged 10-11 or in year 6. Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and activities to provoke deeper response and encourage writing. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.The Key Stage 2 Reading Champion Books are suggested for use as follows:Independent Reading 11: start of Year 3 or age 7+Independent Reading 12: end of Year 3 or age 7+Independent Reading 13: start of Year 4 or age 8+Independent Reading 14: end of Year 4 or age 8+Independent Reading 15: start of Year 5 or age 9+Independent Reading 16: end of Year 5 or age 9+Independent Reading 17: start of Year 6 or age 10+Independent Reading 18: end of Year 6 or age 10+

“A well-told, accessible Bible tale for young readers.“– Kirkus ReviewsJonah lived by the sea. As a boy, he heard fishermen tell tales of whales that swallowed up ships. But he never expected to be swallowed up himself!Follow Jonah on his famous biblical adventure as he runs away to the sea, gets gulped down by a great gray whale, and then finds his way back home again.

Irving Berlin came to the United States as a refugee from Tsarist Russia, escaping a pogrom that destroyed his village. Growing up on the streets of the lower East Side, the rhythms of jazz and blues inspired his own song-writing career. Starting with his first big hit, Alexander''s Ragtime Band, Berlin created the soundtrack for American life with his catchy tunes and irresistible lyrics. With "God Bless America," he sang his thanks to the country which had given him a home and a chance to express his creative vision.

Irving Berlin came to the United States as a refugee from Tsarist Russia, escaping a pogrom that destroyed his village. Growing up on the streets of the lower East Side, the rhythms of jazz and blues inspired his own song-writing career. Starting with his first big hit, Alexander''s Ragtime Band, Berlin created the soundtrack for American life with his catchy tunes and irresistible lyrics. With "God Bless America," he sang his thanks to the country which had given him a home and a chance to express his creative vision.