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Antony Wootten

    Antony Wootten crafts compelling and dramatic narratives for children, often exploring real-life challenges and the overcoming of adversity. For adult readers, frequently under the pen-name David Hall, he creates gripping collections of short stories that draw readers in. His works are known for their willingness to tackle complex themes head-on while maintaining an engaging style. Wootten's range also extends to humorous and whimsical limericks, offering a lighthearted contrast to his more serious literary explorations.

    Oxford Reading Tree Word Sparks: Level 12: The Great Canal Clean Up
    A Tiger Too Many
    Grown-ups Can't Be friends with Dragons
    • Grown-ups Can't Be friends with Dragons

      • 190 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Brian navigates a turbulent home life marked by his father's alcoholism and his sister's caretaking after their mother's death. Seeking solace, he retreats to a cave by the sea, where he encounters a lonely creature he names 'Dragon.' This unlikely friendship leads them to an enchanting yet perilous alternate world filled with allies and adversaries. As Brian grapples with the challenges of both realms, he learns that the boundaries between childhood imagination and adult realities can blur, complicating his understanding of friendship and belonging.

      Grown-ups Can't Be friends with Dragons
    • A Tiger Too Many

      • 174 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of World War II, a young girl named Jill embarks on a perilous quest to rescue her beloved tiger-cub from the chaos of London Zoo. As air raids wreak havoc and her brother goes missing, Jill's determination shines through the devastation. The story explores themes of courage and resilience in the face of adversity, making it a gripping read for the 9-12 age group. With the zoo under threat and danger looming, Jill's unwavering spirit drives the narrative forward.

      A Tiger Too Many
    • These books have been specially developed to enhance children's vocabulary and support comprehension. Jack is fed up with all the litter along the canal path near where he lives. He and his new friend Nadia,decide to do something about it.

      Oxford Reading Tree Word Sparks: Level 12: The Great Canal Clean Up