Joanna Nadin crafts compelling narratives for young readers, drawing heavily on her own childhood experiences to imbue her work with an authentic and often humorous voice. Her writing explores the universal themes of adolescence and the journey of self-discovery, offering readers an escape into worlds where they can freely explore different identities. Nadin's storytelling skillfully balances comedic narration with insightful observations on growing up.
The narrative intertwines the lives of Anna and Billy, two girls from different eras, as they embark on a quest for self-discovery. A diary serves as the bridge between them, unveiling a profound life story intertwined with a legacy of war. This connection not only sheds light on their personal identities but also highlights the far-reaching consequences of conflict that threaten to impact both their generations.
Exploring the changing nature of ‘self’ through the lens of popular culture and how changes in science, philosophy, technology and society might impact our sense of self in the future.
Unlock the world of codes and ciphers in this striking Book for Sharing. Meet the codemakers and codebreakers who created and cracked history's most fascinating codes. Readerful is designed to motivate children to read more. This Book for Sharing is for a teacher to read aloud to pupils in Y4/P5.
Deliciously silly, with hilarious catchphrases ... a great cheer-up book' Guardian'HILARIOUS! Proper laughs!' Pamela Butchart______________________________A laugh-out-loud young fiction series from bestselling author Joanna Nadin, perfect for fans of Horrid Henry.Best friends Stanley and Manjit are part of Class 4B, which head teacher Mrs Bottomley-Blunt says is the WORST CLASS IN THE WORLD. She says school is not about footling or fiddle-faddling or FUN. It is about LEARNING and it is high time 4B tried harder to EXCEL at it.But they didn't LITERALLY mean to let the class stick insects loose in the wilds of the playground. And they really didn't LITERALLY mean to make a massive mess trying to do modern art (which may or may not have involved a mummified cat being stolen). These things just happened, even though they had FOOLPROOF plans to get away with it all.Highly illustrated and featuring two hilarious madcap adventures in one book, these stories are just right for children ready for their first chapter books.
Navigating the challenges of early adulthood in 1924, Panth chronicles her struggles with poverty, societal expectations, and family dynamics in her diary. As she yearns for a life of excitement and romance, her experiences are complicated by her lack of knowledge about relationships and the pressures from her sisters and grandmother. Amidst these trials, she dreams of a charming American, Buck Buchanan, while seeking her own identity and place in high society. This humorous coming-of-age tale is perfect for fans of I Capture the Castle and Bridgerton.
'Deliciously silly, with hilarious catchphrases... a great cheer-up book' The Guardian 'HILARIOUS! Proper laughs!' Pamela Butchart _______________ A laugh-out-loud young fiction series from bestselling author Joanna Nadin, perfect for fans of Horrid Henry. Head teacher Mrs Bottomley-Blunt thinks 4B is the WORST CLASS IN THE WORLD. She says school is not about footling or fiddle-faddling or FUN. It is about LEARNING and it is high time 4B tried harder to EXCEL at it. But best friends Stanley and Manjit didn't LITERALLY mean to get covered in newt pond water just before the Class Photo. And they really didn't LITERALLY mean to cause TOTAL MAYHEM by trying to get fake teeth to the very best tooth fairy. These things just happened, even though they had FOOLPROOF plans to get away with it all. Highly illustrated and featuring two hilarious madcap adventures in one book, these stories are just right for children ready for their first chapter books.
'Deliciously silly, with hilarious catchphrases... a great cheer-up book' The Guardian'HILARIOUS! Proper laughs!' Pamela Butchart______________________________A laugh-out-loud young fiction series from bestselling author Joanna Nadin, perfect for fans of Horrid Henry.Head teacher Mrs Bottomley-Blunt thinks 4B is the WORST CLASS IN THE WORLD. She says school is not about footling or fiddle-faddling or FUN. It is about LEARNING and it is high time 4B tried harder to EXCEL at it. But best friends Stanley and Manjit didn't LITERALLY mean to swap Killer for a War of Wizard's playing card and set him loose in school. And they really didn't LITERALLY mean to EXPLODE fizzy foam all over the classroom and all over Mrs Bottomley-Blunt. These things just happened, even though they had FOOLPROOF plans to get away with it all. Highly illustrated and featuring two hilarious madcap adventures in one book, these stories are just right for children ready for their first chapter books.
Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non- fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.
Parents' evening is fast approaching, and Tommy is nervous. Tommy's Dad needs some help and Tommy is trying his best, but he's worried he won't be able to help in time. Prompt thoughtful discussions and develop higher-level comprehension skills with Reflect - a series of emotionally powerful fiction and non-fiction with realistic settings.