Mai Ngo – illustratör

I Vietnam firas inte jul - men vad gör man istället? När månen har snurrat tolv varv runt jorden, någon gång mellan 21 januari och 20 februari, inträffar det vietnamesiska nyåret, Tet. Då träffas släkt och vänner. Barnen får lyckopengar i röda kuvert. Det är färgglada parader, fyrverkerier och överdådiga festmåltider. Ingen julgran, men en Tet-blomma, eller snarare ett litet träd, med rosa persikoblommor i norra Vietnam och gula aprikosblommor i södra, är ett måste och det tydligaste vårtecknet. Alla klär sig fint — kvinnor och barn i den traditionella långklänningen áo dài. Häng med och fira Tet i Vietnam!

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 15 fluency levels aimed at children in Years 2-4. Each book builds reading confidence, stamina and speed and nurtures a love for reading.Fluency 14 books have a word count of 6960 words with an expected reading rate of 145 words per minute.Royal twins Garwick and Magatha have been pranking each other since the day they were born. But when they accidentally turn the king into a chicken, one of them needs to take over and rule the kingdom. But which one, and how will they ever decide?

The Jade Emperor is desperate - the animals on Earth are bickering, and the humans are unhappy. Loong the dragon has an idea: a great race, where the fastest and cleverest creatures earn a place in a new zodiac. But when Zao Jun steals Loong's idea, the race begins under false pretences. Can Loong make his voice heard? This KS2 reading book is from Readerful's Independent Library. It is for children aged 8 to 9 to read without support. Readerful is a reading library specially designed to motivate children to read more. The series offers contemporary, inclusive books for children from 4 to 11 years, including: • Books for Sharing: picture books to be read aloud by an adult for inspiring reading sessions• Independent Library: fiction, graphic texts, character mini-series and non-fiction for children to read independently• Rise: 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. • Then 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, strengthen their comprehension skills, and deepen their understanding of the world around them.

Get more children reading more! This KS2 pack of 6 fiction and non-fiction books from the Readerful Independent Library is for children at Oxford Reading Levels 14 and 15, aged 8 to 9 years, to read independently. Readerful is a reading library specially designed to motivate children to read more. The series offers contemporary, inclusive books for children from 4 to 11 years, including: Books for Sharing: picture books to be read aloud by an adult for inspiring reading sessions Independent Library: fiction, graphic texts, character mini-series and non-fiction for children to read independently Rise: 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. - Then 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 fluency, strengthen their comprehension skills, and develop their knowledge of the world around them.

Book 6 in the Magic Animal Café series!When a noisy problem disturbs the animals of Old Tommy’s Field, it might be time for Georgie the Guardian Owl to seek help from humans. When Preeya and Ashton discover an old telephone locked away in a chest, they dial its numbers which lead to a magical secret – they can now talk to animals – they have been chosen to help protect animals everywhere.Although Georgie hopes the children will help, some of the other animals aren’t so sure. For all animals can talk, but not all humans know how to listen. Can Preeya and Ashton prove they are right to be chosen and help the animals?About the Magic Animal Café series:Magic Animal Café is bursting with creatures: feathered ones, furry ones and little and large ones. All of these animals come together through the Magic Animal Café. But there are only a few special children who can hear and speak to the animals, thanks to a magical telephone. Dial into the world of wonder filled with adventure, friendship and adorable animals!With engaging illustrations and quirky talking animals, Magic Animal Café is perfect for animal lovers and young readers aged 7+.

Book 7 in the Magic Animal Café series! Written by debut author, Jo Glasspool and beautifully illustrated throughout by Mai Ngo.  An old truck reversing into Old Tommy’s field and dumping a pile of scrap and junk creates quite the stir amongst its animal residents! But what’s worse, there is a surprise visitor. It is a kitten called Lyra. She has no idea how she has ended up so far from home – she is lost.Thankfully, Preeya and Ashton are there to save the day and try to find where Lyra’s home is. But it seems there is something else going on behind the scenes and the biggest surprise of all is yet to come.About the Magic Animal Café series:Magic Animal Café is bursting with creatures: feathered ones, furry ones and little and large ones. All of these animals come together through the Magic Animal Café. But there are only a few special children who can hear and speak to the animals, thanks to a magical telephone. Dial into the world of wonder filled with adventure, friendship and adorable animals!With engaging illustrations and quirky talking animals, Magic Animal Café is perfect for animal lovers and young readers aged 7+.

Helios, the Sun Titan, takes his job of bringing the sunrise and sunset very seriously. Every morning, he puts on his solar crown, fastens his winged horses to his chariot and flies the sun across the sky.But flying the chariot isn’t as easy as it might seem. And when Helios’s son Phaethon decides to take it out by himself, the Earth begins to get unbearably hot … About The Greek Mythology Children's Collection:An epic 10-book set of magical Greek myths adapted and illustrated for young readers.Calling all heroes! Step into the world of Greek kings and queens, gods and goddesses, titans and monsters. See Prometheus sculpt humans out of clay, watch Persephone open a forbidden box and learn what happens when you fly too close to the sun on wings made of wax. Perfect for adventure lovers aged 7+

Bellerophon has everything he should need to be happy, but he wants even more. He wants to be the first to ride the flying horse Pegasus.With the help of the Goddess Athena, this dream comes true, and Bellerophon becomes a hero. But as his fame grows, so does his pride. Until he sets his heart on a new dream, even more impossible than the last. A dream that may lead to his downfall …About The Greek Mythology Children's Collection:An epic 10-book set of magical Greek myths adapted and illustrated for young readers.Calling all heroes! Step into the world of Greek kings and queens, gods and goddesses, titans and monsters. See Prometheus sculpt humans out of clay, watch Persephone open a forbidden box and learn what happens when you fly too close to the sun on wings made of wax. Perfect for adventure lovers aged 7+

‘Love all, trust a few.’All’s Well That Ends Well is the story of Helena, an orphaned, low-born girl who is desperately in love with Bertram, a nobleman. He swears he will never be her husband. Can Helena ever convince Bertram to love her back.About The William Shakespeare Children's Collection:For over four centuries, the works of William Shakespeare have delighted theatre-goers all over the globe. In this boxset, we present ten of Shakespeare’s classic plays specially adapted into an easy-to-follow story format and fully illustrated.This set is the perfect introduction to the genius of ‘the Bard’. Readers of all ages can find joy in his comedies and learn from his tragedies as we follow the lives and loves of classic characters. To read, or not to read … well that’s an easy one to start with!

‘Give me my robe. Put on my crown.’Antony and Cleopatra is set in ancient Rome and Egypt, and portrays real events from Roman history. Antony, a Roman general, and Cleopatra, the Queen of Egypt fall in love. But their passion leads to tragedy.About The William Shakespeare Children's Collection:For over four centuries, the works of William Shakespeare have delighted theatre-goers all over the globe. In this boxset, we present ten of Shakespeare’s classic plays specially adapted into an easy-to-follow story format and fully illustrated.This set is the perfect introduction to the genius of ‘the Bard’. Readers of all ages can find joy in his comedies and learn from his tragedies as we follow the lives and loves of classic characters. To read, or not to read … well that’s an easy one to start with!

‘It is a manacle of love.’Cymbeline is the King of Britain. He decides that his daughter, Imogen, must marry his horrid stepson, Cloten. When Cymbeline learns that Imogen is secretly married to another man, he banishes her husband. Will they ever be reunited?About The William Shakespeare Children's Collection:For over four centuries, the works of William Shakespeare have delighted theatre-goers all over the globe. In this boxset, we present ten of Shakespeare’s classic plays specially adapted into an easy-to-follow story format and fully illustrated.This set is the perfect introduction to the genius of ‘the Bard’. Readers of all ages can find joy in his comedies and learn from his tragedies as we follow the lives and loves of classic characters. To read, or not to read … well that’s an easy one to start with!

‘If I can cross him any way, I bless myself every way.’Much Ado About Nothing takes place in Messina in Italy. It follows Hero and Claudio, a young couple, and the constantly arguing Beatrice and Benedick. But the jealous Don John complicates their lives with his scheming, and everything goes horribly wrong.About The William Shakespeare Children's Collection:For over four centuries, the works of William Shakespeare have delighted theatre-goers all over the globe. In this boxset, we present ten of Shakespeare’s classic plays specially adapted into an easy-to-follow story format and fully illustrated.This set is the perfect introduction to the genius of ‘the Bard’. Readers of all ages can find joy in his comedies and learn from his tragedies as we follow the lives and loves of classic characters. To read, or not to read … well that’s an easy one to start with!

‘I am a man more sinned against than sinning.’King Lear is an old king who wants to divide his land between his three daughters. But first, they must tell him how much they love him. When Cordelia remains silent, he disowns her. Can their relationship ever be repaired?About The William Shakespeare Children's Collection:For over four centuries, the works of William Shakespeare have delighted theatre-goers all over the globe. In this boxset, we present ten of Shakespeare’s classic plays specially adapted into an easy-to-follow story format and fully illustrated.This set is the perfect introduction to the genius of ‘the Bard’. Readers of all ages can find joy in his comedies and learn from his tragedies as we follow the lives and loves of classic characters. To read, or not to read … well that’s an easy one to start with!

‘By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes…’After hearing a prophecy from three mysterious witches, Macbeth sets out on a dark journey to steal the Scottish throne.But the road to power isn’t as easy as it seems, and to get there Macbeth must make some deadly choices. Can he live with the guilt of his actions, and will Scotland accept a murderous, mad king?About The William Shakespeare Children's Collection:For over four centuries, the works of William Shakespeare have delighted theatre-goers all over the globe. In this new boxset, we present ten of Shakespeare’s classic plays specially adapted into an easy-to-follow story format and fully illustrated.This set is the perfect introduction to the genius of ‘the Bard’. Readers of all ages can find joy in his comedies and learn from his tragedies as we follow the lives and loves of classic characters. To read, or not to read … well that’s an easy one to start with!

‘You shall be my wife!’Bianca wants to marry but her father says that her strong-willed and sharp-tongued sister, Katherina, must marry first … even though she does not want a husband.Yet, when Petruchio arrives determined to find a wife, Katherina may have met her match. Will Bianca finally marry the man she loves?About The William Shakespeare Children's Collection:For over four centuries, the works of William Shakespeare have delighted theatre-goers all over the globe. In this new boxset, we present ten of Shakespeare’s classic plays specially adapted into an easy-to-follow story format and fully illustrated.This set is the perfect introduction to the genius of ‘the Bard’. Readers of all ages can find joy in his comedies and learn from his tragedies as we follow the lives and loves of classic characters. To read, or not to read … well that’s an easy one to start with!

‘She has been stolen from me, and corrupted by spells!’Othello is happier than he has ever been. He is a well-respected general and has just married the beautiful Desdemona.But not everyone loves him. When Iago decides he wants revenge because Othello didn’t promote him to lieutenant, his scheming has far-reaching consequences…About The William Shakespeare Children's Collection:For over four centuries, the works of William Shakespeare have delighted theatre-goers all over the globe. In this new boxset, we present ten of Shakespeare’s classic plays specially adapted into an easy-to-follow story format and fully illustrated.This set is the perfect introduction to the genius of ‘the Bard’. Readers of all ages can find joy in his comedies and learn from his tragedies as we follow the lives and loves of classic characters. To read, or not to read … well that’s an easy one to start with!

An adapted, illustrated and accessible edition of Shakespeare’s classic.Enjoy Every Cherry’s new adaptation of the Easier Classics’ King Lear featuring a range of accessibility features to bring this story to as many people as possible. With an inclusive and empowering approach to reading, this adaptation serves to break down barriers to reading through a cleverly thought-out approach, enabling young people to grow in confidence and independence when reading, whilst enjoying this world-renowned title.This adaptation follows King Lear as he offers each of his daughters’ part of his kingdom. But they must tell him how much they love him. When his youngest daughter is silent, he makes her leave. Can she prove her love before it’s too late?About The Easier Classics Reading Library:From the streets of Dickens’s Victorian London to the eerie corridors in Castle Dracula, follow our stories all across world!Our Easier Classics Reading Library range transforms the world’s greatest stories into inclusive and entertaining books, giving everyone the opportunity to read these world-renowned titles. Each book includes a free audio book to further enhance the reading experience.Every cover will have a sensory feature to assist with sensory output. All written books will have a visual and audio glossary. With its use of accessibility features, this book is a perfect choice for readers with disabilities, readers who may be working at a lower reading level and people learning English as an additional language.

An adapted, illustrated and accessible edition of Shakespeare’s classic. Now featuring symbols, alongside the text, to support reading.Enjoy Every Cherry’s new adaption of this renowned classic. Including a range of accessibility features to bring this story to as many people as possible. With an inclusive and empowering approach to reading, this adaptation serves to break down barriers to reading through using symbols / visual cues to support words; a pioneering approach to reading and publishing. All accessibility features aim to enable young people to grow in confidence and independence when reading, whilst enjoying this world-renowned title.This story follows King Lear as he finds it is time for him to stop being king. He asks his daughters to take over. But will they be good leaders?About The Symbolised Classics Reading Library: The Starter Collection:From the streets of Dickens’s Victorian London to the eerie corridors of Castle Dracula, follow our stories all across world! Our Symbolised Classics range transforms the world’s greatest stories into inclusive and entertaining books, giving everyone the opportunity to read these world-renowned titles.Featuring illustrations, sensory features and symbols to accompany the text, this book aims to enhance reading comprehension and accessibility in a unique way. Accompanied by a free signed and animated video of the story, this book strives to provide tools into reading in as many ways as possible.With its use of symbols, which provide visual cues above each key word, this book is a perfect choice for readers with disabilities, readers who may be working at a lower reading level and people learning English as an additional language.

An adapted, illustrated and accessible edition of one of Shakespeare’s most famous tragedies: Macbeth.Enjoy Every Cherry’s new adaptation of the Easier Classics’ Macbeth, featuring a range of accessibility features to bring this story to as many people as possible. With an inclusive and empowering approach to reading, this adaptation serves to break down barriers to reading through a cleverly thought-out approach, enabling young people to grow in confidence and independence when reading, whilst enjoying this world-renowned title.This adaptation follows Macbeth who grows in desperation to become King of Scotland. Join Macbeth as he makes some very bad choices to have his seat on the throne.But will he be a good king or a bad king? About The Easier Classics Reading LibraryFrom elegant parties in Gatsby’s New York mansion to solving crimes with Sherlock Holmes in Victorian London, follow our stories all across world!Our Easier Classics Reading Library range transforms the world’s greatest stories into inclusive and entertaining books, giving everyone the opportunity to read these world-renowned titles. Each book includes a free audio book to further enhance the reading experience.Every cover will have a sensory feature to assist with sensory output. All written books will have a visual and audio glossary.With its use of accessibility features, this book is a perfect choice for readers with disabilities, readers who may be working at a lower reading level and people learning English as an additional language.

An adapted, illustrated and accessible edition of William Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy, Macbeth. Now featuring symbols, alongside the text, to support reading.Enjoy Every Cherry’s new adaption of this renowned classic. Including a range of accessibility features to bring this story to as many people as possible. With an inclusive and empowering approach to reading, this adaptation serves to break down barriers to reading through using symbols to support words; a pioneering approach to reading and publishing. All accessibility features aim to enable young people to grow in confidence and independence when reading, whilst enjoying this world-renowned title.This adaptation follows Macbeth who grows in desperation to become King of Scotland. Join Macbeth as he makes some very bad choices to have his seat on the throne.But will he be a good king or a bad king? About The Symbolised Classics Reading LibraryFrom elegant parties in Gatsby’s New York mansion to solving crimes with Sherlock Holmes in Victorian London, follow our stories all across world!Our Symbolised Classics range transforms the world’s greatest stories into inclusive and entertaining books, giving everyone the opportunity to read these world-renowned titles.Featuring illustrations, sensory features and symbols to accompany the text, this book aims to enhance reading comprehension and accessibility in a unique way. Accompanied by a free signed and animated video of the story, this book strives to provide tools into reading in as many ways as possible.With its use of symbols, which provide visual cues above each key word, this book is a perfect choice for readers with disabilities, readers who may be working at a lower reading level and people learning English as an additional language.