All the Better – serie

A classroom-ready teaching resource for improving the motivation, inspiration, stamina, and quality of children's writing. With tips for reading aloud, engaging stories, and structured lesson plans, all research-backed and proven to inspire a love of literacy. Illustrated by Korky Paul and Mario Coelho.

WARNING: These are not safe, cosy stories.Inside this book you'll find:a skeleton whose job is to scare people – and he's good at ita spider trying to trick a godheroes making very bad decisionsendings that aren't always happyat least one story that risks making you snort-laughSome of these tales are funny. Some are creepy. Many are surprising. All are impossible to forget.So if you like stories with teeth, tricks, danger, and just a tiny bit of chaos......read this book.But don't say we didn't warn you...With trickster spiders, wicked ghouls, pirates, princesses, and unexpected heroes, this thrilling collection of folk tales from around the world mixes humour, suspense, adventure, and warmth to take you on unforgettable journeys.Carefully chosen for both solo reading and sharing aloud, the stories balance snort-out-loud moments with deeper themes of courage, cooperation, and cleverness.Featuring striking illustrations by Korky Paul and friends, this is an ideal introduction to the richness of traditional storytelling.

WARNING: These are not safe, cosy stories.Inside this book you'll find:a skeleton whose job is to scare people – and he's good at ita spider trying to trick a godheroes making very bad decisionsendings that aren't always happyat least one story that risks making you snort-laughSome of these tales are funny. Some are creepy. Many are surprising. All are impossible to forget.So if you like stories with teeth, tricks, danger, and just a tiny bit of chaos......read this book.But don't say we didn't warn you...With trickster spiders, wicked ghouls, pirates, princesses, and unexpected heroes, this thrilling collection of folk tales from around the world mixes humour, suspense, adventure, and warmth to take you on unforgettable journeys.Carefully chosen for both solo reading and sharing aloud, the stories balance snort-out-loud moments with deeper themes of courage, cooperation, and cleverness.Featuring striking illustrations by Korky Paul and friends, this is an ideal introduction to the richness of traditional storytelling.

Christmas with claws... Get set for some festive folk tales from around the world, retold with bite: often hilarious, occasionally spooky, always fun. Perfect for readers aged 7–11 who like their Christmas with a little less carol, a lot more mischief…