Resources for KS3

Resources created by teachers for teachers to use in the classroom and help with lesson planning for books aimed at KS3 students. Select a book to view the resource.

The Firebug of Balrog County by David Oppegaard book cover
The Firebug of Balrog County – David Oppegaard – Resource
Pony by R. J. Palacio book cover
Pony – RJ Palacio – Resource
Kite Spirit by Sita Brahmachari book cover
Kite Spirit – Sita Brahmachari – Resource
Refugee Boy by Benjamin Zephaniah book cover
Refugee Boy – Benjamin Zephaniah – Resource
Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell book cover
Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
Eye of the Crow by Shane Peacock book cover
Eye of the Crow by Shane Peacock
Star Dust by Neil Gaiman
Star Dust – Neil Gaiman
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 – 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 – Resource
Benjamin Zephaniah tackles the moving and compelling story of a young man, Martin, whose life is completely changed when his face is badly scarred in a joyriding accident. Martin has to adjust to his new life and his new face.
Benjamin Zephaniah – Face – Resource