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Books For Boys, Book 2: A Footballer Called Flip (PDF)
by Ian WhybrowJack is short. So short in fact that Mr Bullock doesn't want him on the St Saviours football team. But when Mr Willis discovers Jack's footballing brain, and Jack's mum steps in with a few tips, it looks like the School Cup may be just the beginning.
Books For Boys, Book 4: Boy Racer (PDF)
by Ian WhybrowHenry's mum and dad think his new friend Gary is BAD NEWS. But Dad's got worse problems at work. If he doesn't win the charity go-kart race, he might lose his job! There's trouble ahead, that's for sure. But nobody reckons on a mystery boy racer who turns up at the track. He's got a surprise in store for everyone.
Books For Boys, Book 5: Aliens Stole My Dog (PDF)
by Ian WhybrowWhat's out there? First David finds the mysterious CD-rom in the school playground. Next, there's a spaceship in his garden, and his dog, Hairy Spice, disappears. Who else have the aliens kidnapped? Why have they chosen David to help them? And will he be able to save the world?
Books For Boys, Book 6: The Boy Who Had (Nearly) Everything (PDF)
by Ian WhybrowImagine what it's like getting everything you want. That's how it is for Lucky Fries O'Mighty - until his seventh birthday. How can Billy Humble show Fries what his life is missing? With imaginaton, and his amazing dog, Whizz the Fleabag, that's how!
Books For Boys, Book 7: Alex, The Walking Accident (PDF)
by Ian WhybrowAlex doesn't mean to cause trouble. He didn't mean to cover his dad with pink yoghurt, or drop the goldfish in the bath. He just couldn't help it! Alex's mum and dad ask him to keep out of trouble just for one day ... so the sideways skateboard isn't SUCH a bad idea, is it?
Books For Boys, Book 8: Through the Cat-Flap (PDF)
by Ian WhybrowThomas can't work out what goes on in the tiny minds of his toddler twin sisters. They sing all the time but never get the words right. They think cats enjoy being dressed up as fairies. But who else can Thomas turn to when they all get locked out of the house? Besides, it's a brilliant idea to pop them through the cat-flap and tell them to look for the keys. Isn't it ...?
Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops Classics: The Canterville Ghost (2014 edition) (PDF) (Oxford Reading Tree Treetops Classics Ser.)
by Oscar Wilde Caroline CastleIn The Canterville Ghost, an American family move to an old house in England. The resident ghost, Sir Simon de Canterville, doesn't want to share his home. Unluckily for the ghost, the family are not easily frightened. TreeTops Classics are adapted and abridged versions of classic stories to enrich and extend children's reading experiences.
Sw Sara Mai
by Casia Wiliam Gwen MillwardCroeso i fyd Sara Mai, lle mae glanhau pw eliffant yn apelio lot mwyn na mynd i'r ysgol, ac mae'n llawer haws deall ymddygiad arth o'r Andes na merched eraill Blwyddyn 5. Bydd yn barod i chwerthin a chrio wrth i Sara Mai rannu ei bywyd gyda ni; o'r jiraff sydd ag ofn uchder i eiriau sbeitlyd amser chwarae, a'r frwydr anferth i achub y peth pwysicaf yn ei bywyd. Croeso i Sw Sara Mai. [Welcome to the world of Sara Mai, where cleaning up eliphant poo is much more appealing than going to school, and it's easier to understand the behaviour of a bear from the Andes than other Year 5 girls. Be prepared to laugh and cry as Sara Mai shares her life with us; from the giraff who is scared of heights to spiteful words on the school yard, and the huge battle to save the most important thing in her life. Welcome to Sara Mai's Zoo.]
Young Reading Series 2: Treasure Island (PDF)
by Angela Wilkes Peter DennisThis adaptation of a classic tale, one of the latest titles in Usborne's 'Young Reading' series, is complemented by colour illustrations throughout.
Martin Luther King
by Verna WilkinsEach title in this series tells the story of a man or woman whose dedication to their chosen cause led to changes that affect all our lives today. Each includes a vivid description of the world in which the famous person lived. Martin Luther King's life is vividly described through detailed text and illustrations, from his humble beginnings in America's Deep South to black Americans' civil rights campaigner in the 1960s. The story of his rise to fame is also the story of black emancipation, giving the young reader an insight into how races treated each other in the very recent past. His death also shows them how deep these divisions were, but Luther King's legacy helps them understand the changed that have come about because of people like him.
Martin Luther King (PDF)
by Verna WilkinsEach title in this series tells the story of a man or woman whose dedication to their chosen cause led to changes that affect all our lives today. Each includes a vivid description of the world in which the famous person lived. Martin Luther King's life is vividly described through detailed text and illustrations, from his humble beginnings in America's Deep South to black Americans' civil rights campaigner in the 1960s. The story of his rise to fame is also the story of black emancipation, giving the young reader an insight into how races treated each other in the very recent past. His death also shows them how deep these divisions were, but Luther King's legacy helps them understand the changed that have come about because of people like him.
The Velveteen Rabbit (or How Toys Become Real)
by Margery Williams William NicholsonOriginally published in 1922, The Velveteen Rabbit has delighted young readers for nearly a century. The story follows a young boy who’s given a stuffed rabbit as a Christmas gift. After the rabbit befriends other nursery toys, he comes to the realization that he wants to become a real rabbit. Eventually, the boy becomes ill and is relocated; his room is then disinfected and all the boy’s toys are thrown out, including the velveteen rabbit. The rabbit sheds a real tear causing a fairy to appear and turn him into a real rabbit. This edition includes full-color illustrations, with image descriptions,from the original illustrator, William Nicholson. Each image accompanies the text to enhance young readers’ experience and immerse them in this captivating story. Reprinted hundreds of times since its initial publication, The Velveteen Rabbit is a timeless children’s classic lets young readers experience the true magic of friendship, love, and being honest with oneself. In 2007, the book was named one of "Teachers’ Top 100 Books for Children” by the National Education Association.
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 18, TreeTops Chucklers: Hysterical Historicals (PDF)
by Jeanne WillisBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 18. With 35 hilarious novels, short stories, anthologies and comics, TreeTops Chucklers has something for everyone. Guaranteed to make reading a pleasure!Fantastic award-winning authors, funny stories and amusing artwork to make children laughPerfect for convincing even the most reluctant readers that reading is funGreat way to extend your high achieversA variety of text types, including comics, perfect for engaging reluctant readers
Collins Big Cat, Band 12, Copper: Puss in Boots (PDF)
by Anna WilsonA fun, lively retelling of the traditional tale of Puss and how he helps the miller's son when he's given a bag and a pair of boots. Find out how he changes Sam's fortunes in a series of clever, cunning tricks.
Lighthouse Year 2, Gold: Grandpas Bright Ideas (PDF)
by Bob WilsonThis collection of infant reading books works as the skills-focused backbone of guided reading resources, with step-by-step skills coverage and the full range of genre. The scheme correlates to the NLS and the Scottish 5-14 Attainment targets for children. The readers in this scheme feature a wide range of genres (including non-fiction) and are levelled to Book Bands, the grading system recommended by the NLS. Within each Lighthouse band the books are organized in order of challenge, so each session moves children on. Each reader has an accompanying teaching notes booklet which gives guidance on teaching a range of reading skills.
Buried Alive! (PDF)
by Jacqueline WilsonTim can't wait to go on holiday - especially as he gets to bring his friend Biscuits along. But their trip unexpectedly becomes truly, terribly adventurous when an encounter with two local bully-boys threatens to disrupt the fun. Narrated by Tim and interspersed with revealing, illustrated extracts from Tim and Biscuits's holiday diaries, this is a wondefully enjoyable story from one of the most popular writers around that both girls and boys will love.
Buried Alive! (PDF)
by Jacqueline WilsonTim can't wait to go on holiday - especially as he gets to bring his friend Biscuits along. But their trip unexpectedly becomes truly, terribly adventurous when an encounter with two local bully-boys threatens to disrupt the fun. Narrated by Tim and interspersed with revealing, illustrated extracts from Tim and Biscuits's holiday diaries, this is a wondefully enjoyable story from one of the most popular writers around that both girls and boys will love.
Cliffhanger (1995 edition)
by Jacqueline WilsonFrom climbing and abseiling to canoeing and a Crazy Bucket Race, the adventure holiday promises to be full of action. There's just one problem as far as Tim is concerned: he is hopeless at sports of any kind. Can Tim survive the horrors of a week absolutely packed with activity? Can his team - the Tigers - be the overall champions? There are some surprises in store for everyone!
Cliffhanger (1995 edition) (PDF)
by Jacqueline WilsonFrom climbing and abseiling to canoeing and a Crazy Bucket Race, the adventure holiday promises to be full of action. There's just one problem as far as Tim is concerned: he is hopeless at sports of any kind. Can Tim survive the horrors of a week absolutely packed with activity? Can his team - the Tigers - be the overall champions? There are some surprises in store for everyone!
The Dinosaur's Packed Lunch
by Jacqueline WilsonDinah meets a friendly iguanodon at the museum and is given a very special packed lunch, and a huge surprise.
The Dinosaur's Packed Lunch
by Jacqueline WilsonDinah meets a friendly iguanodon at the museum and is given a very special packed lunch, and a huge surprise.
The Lottie Project (PDF)
by Jacqueline WilsonHi! I'm Charlie (DON'T call me Charlotte - ever!). History is boring, right? Wrong! The Victorians weren't all deadly dull and drippy. Lottie certainly isn't. She's eleven - like me - but she's left school and has a job as a nursery maid. Her life is really hard, just work work work, but I bet she'd know what to do about my mum's awful boyfriend and his wimpy little son. I bet she wouldn't mess it all up like I do... Alternate ISBNs 9780440863663 9781407045122
Mark Spark in the Dark
by Jacqueline WilsonTwo charming stories featuring the mischievous Mark Spark. Mark is bursting with bright ideas for raising money for a guide dog. His friends laugh at his hare-brained schemes, but it is Mark who finally steals the show with a truly extraordinary performance! In the second story, Mark Spark has to face his fear of the dark when an overnight stay with his Great Gran leads him into an adventure far more daring that he could have dreamed.
Mark Spark in the Dark (PDF)
by Jacqueline WilsonTwo charming stories featuring the mischievous Mark Spark. Mark is bursting with bright ideas for raising money for a guide dog. His friends laugh at his hare-brained schemes, but it is Mark who finally steals the show with a truly extraordinary performance! In the second story, Mark Spark has to face his fear of the dark when an overnight stay with his Great Gran leads him into an adventure far more daring that he could have dreamed.
The Suitcase Kid (PDF)
by Jacqueline WilsonWhen Andy West's parents get divorced, the plucky 10-year-old is left without a home to call her own. Both her parents have remarried, and Andy finds herself shuttling back and forth between their houses-one week with Mom and Bill the Baboon, one week with Dad and Carrie. Living out of a suitcase is tough, but having five new stepbrothers and sisters is even tougher. Her parents say Andy should be happy to have two wonderful new families. But Andy wants her old family back. She wants to live with her mom and dad in their beloved Mulberry Cottage. Andy knows that's not going to happen, though, because real life isn't a fairy tale.