Markus Zusak – The Book Thief – Resource

It is 1939. Nazi Germany. Death has never been busier, and will become busier still. Liesel Meminger is a foster girl living outside of Munich, who scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can’t resist–books.

Markus Zusak – The Book Thief When Death has a story to tell, you listen. It is 1939. Nazi Germany. The country is holding its breath. Death has never been busier, and will become busier still. Liesel Meminger is a foster girl living outside of Munich, who scratches out a meager existence for herself by […]

Bill Martin Jr. – Brown bear, brown bear, what do you see? – Resource

Brown Bear, brown bear, what do you see? By Bill Martin Jr. A big happy frog, a plump purple cat, a handsome blue horse, and a soft yellow duck--all parade across the pages of this delightful book. Children will immediately respond to Eric Carle's flat, boldly coloured collages. Combined with Bill Martin's singsong text, they create unforgettable images of these endearing animals.

Bill Martin Jr. – Brown bear, brown bear, what do you see? A big happy frog, a plump purple cat, a handsome blue horse, and a soft yellow duck–all parade across the pages of this delightful book. Children will immediately respond to Eric Carle’s flat, boldly coloured collages. Combined with Bill Martin Jr’s singsong text, […]

Ryan Holiday – The Boy Who Would Be King – Resource

The Boy Who would be King: In 138 AD, Hadrian, the emperor of Rome, chooses Marcus Aurelius to succeed him. He knew no one was born ready for the job, so he arranged for the young boy’s education. The greatest philosophers of the day were assigned to teach him, and all threw themselves into crafting him into a great leader. An intriguing book by Ryan Holiday exploring themes including self-discovery.

Ryan Holiday – The Boy Who Would Be King In 138 AD, Hadrian, the emperor of Rome, chooses Marcus Aurelius to succeed him. He knew no one was born ready for the job, so he arranged for the young boy’s education. The greatest philosophers of the day were assigned to teach him, and all threw […]

Jennifer L. Holm – The Fourteenth Goldfish – Resource

The Fourteenth Goldfish by Jennifer L Holm book cover and description

Jennifer L. Holm – The Fourteenth Goldfish Ellie, an 11-year-old girl, is having difficulty finding her passion, especially after her only friend Brianna started distancing herself. But things change when Ellie’s mother brings home Melvin, a quirky and grumpy 13-year-old boy. This novel by Jennifer L. Holm provides a relatable read for many children. Genre: […]

Dennis Lee (Poems) – Alligator Pie – Resource

Alligator Pie by Dennis Lee book cover and description

Dennis Lee (Poems) – Alligator Pie Alligator pie. Alligator pie. If I don’t get some, I think I’m gonna die… …and other silly poems by Dennis Lee Genre: poetry, funny, rhymes Themes: rhyming, poems, animals, silly, fun Age: 3-5 years old Download free resource Read Alligator Pie Activities In the poem can pupils highlight the […]