Bird Boy
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
From the multi-award-winning author of No Ballet Shoes in Syria, comes a story of migration, conservation, healing and hope as a grieving boy forms an unbreakable bond with an injured bird.
Catherine Bruton Books
This author, who balances teaching English and writing articles, infuses her novels with a unique perspective. Her works are deeply rooted in lived experience, offering readers an engaging insight into the lives of her characters. She focuses on detailed portrayals and emotional depth, crafting memorable reading experiences.
No Ballet Shoes in Syria
- 259 pages
- 10 hours of reading
With a background in English from Oxford and experience as a teacher, the author explores significant contemporary issues such as terrorism, immigration, and the refugee crisis in her books. These narratives are crafted to resonate with young readers, blending humor and heartbreak while fostering hope. Writing under the name Cate Shearwater, she has also created the beloved Somersaults and Dreams series, showcasing her commitment to addressing complex themes in a relatable manner for children.
Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops Reflect: Oxford Reading Level 14: Spelling Bea
- 64 pages
- 3 hours of reading
Bea doesn't like being in front of a crowd, but she does love spelling rules. Can Bea use her love of spelling to make new friends and overcome her nerves?Prompt thoughtful discussions and develop higher-level comprehension skills with Reflect - a series of emotionally powerful fiction and non-fiction with realistic settings.
Another Twist in the Tale
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
A brilliantly conceived 'sequel' to Oliver Twist - bringing a much-loved classic to a new generation of readers.
Following Frankenstein
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
A brilliantly-conceived and hugely imaginative 'sequel' to Mary Shelley's masterpiece, Following Frankenstein is a hugely exciting and beautifully-written historical adventure, perfect for 9-12 year olds.
I Predict A Riot
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Explosive, emotional drama, perfect for fans of Meg Rosoff and Annabel Pitcher. Welcome to Coronation Road - a kaleidoscope of clashing cultures and parallel lives. There's Maggie and her politician mum in their big house. There's Tokes and his mum in a tiny bedsit, running from trouble. And there's the ruthless Starfish gang, breeding fear through the neighbourhood. Amateur film-maker Maggie prefers to watch life through the lens of her camera. In Tokes, she finds a great subject for her new film. And when violence erupts, led by the Starfish gang, Maggie has the perfect backdrop. But as the world explodes around her, Maggie can't hide behind the lens anymore . . .
Readerful Rise: Oxford Reading Level 9: The Theatre Mystery
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
In this book, go back in time to join Tommy as he reveals a secret about the Globe Theatre burning down. The Theatre Mystery is at Oxford Reading Level 9, for readers aged 7-11. Readerful Rise's engaging books help older struggling readers read successfully, and encourage them to read more.
Ben war erst zwei, als sein Vater bei den Anschlägen auf das World Trade Center ums Leben kam. Obwohl er sich kaum an seinen Dad erinnern kann, hat er seitdem eine Sonderstellung: Er ist »Der Nine-Eleven-Junge«. Als er für einige Wochen bei seinen Großeltern einzieht und das Nachbarsmädchen Priti kennenlernt, ist dies der Beginn eines unvergesslichen Sommers. Denn Priti, Ben und sein Cousin Jed wollen Helden sein – und ein Held ist, wer Ehrenmorde verhindert und potenzielle Terroristen schon von Weitem erkennt … Ein Roman, der nicht vom 11. September handelt, sondern von den Folgen, die dieser Tag für die Menschen der westlichen Kulturen hatte. Er erzählt von Trauer und Verlust, von Erinnerung und Vergessen, von Familie und Freundschaft, von Vorurteilen und falschen Verdächtigungen – und zeigt, dass Nine-Eleven bis heute nachwirkt.
