Educational: First / native language: Readers and reading schemes

Book SynopsisLife has not been kind to orphaned Jane Eyre. Treated harshly by her Aunt Reed and bullied by her spoiled cousins, Jane is glad to be sent to Lowood School to receive an education. Finally, she can be free of her uncaring family and learn how to make her own way in the world. Years of studying pass, until finally, Jane takes on her first job as a governess to a young girl in the remote Thornfield Hall. Jane tries to convince herself that the strange noises she hears in the night are just the creakings of an old house ... but soon a deeper mystery begins to unfold, and long hidden family secrets will soon be revealed. Jane Eyre is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisThe Titan children are Greek gods and goddesses in training - and they're on the last stage of their mission to stop their evil Grandfather Cronos from taking over the world! It's time for each Titan to use their special set of skills to prevent Cronos from achieving his aim of destroying everything in his path - unless another member of the family can bring the newly super-charged and super-terrifying Cronos under control ...From a field trip that takes a dramatic turn to an unexpected reunion - the mother of all battles is set to go down in legend. Things are about to get epic! Class of the Titans: The Spell of Doom is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisTo the outside world, the Smedleys look like any other family: Mum, Dad, son, daughter, hamster ... and a grandpa dozing in the corner. Looks can be deceiving, however, because the Smedleys have a secret ... a very BIG secret. They are actually a daredevil team of crime-solving football ninjas! Throgmorton United are heading to the Inter-School World Championship in Brazil, and the Smedleys are determined to stay focused. Nothing must stand in their way of training for the final showdown of the season ... apart from a school technology project, an evil computer-hacking genius and a disappearing grandpa. Have the football ninjas finally met their match - in more ways than one? Jez Smedley: Diary of a Football Ninja: World Championship Wipeout is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisAlice and Rose are sisters growing up in the early years of the 20th century. As far as sixteen-year-old Alice is concerned, there is no more important issue to campaign for than ensuring women get the right to vote. By contrast, her sister Rose is uncertain over whether to support the Suffragette movement that Alice is so passionate about, or to be more like her beloved Granny who believes change can only be achieved through peaceful protest. While the Suffragettes - and Alice - become involved in increasingly dangerous activities to support their cause, Rose is dealing with the effects of the start of World War I, and wondering whether she will ever get the chance to become someone who makes a difference in the world. Will both girls be able to achieve their dreams without risking their lives and going against their own beliefs? Votes for Women is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisFor generations, men in the Baskerville family have met with untimely deaths. One by one, they have fallen foul of the curse of the Hound of Baskervilles. So when the last of the Baskervilles inherits Baskerville Hall - the remote stately home where so many of his ancestors have met a terrifying end - he begins to suspect the same fate may await him. Famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, sends his trusted companion Dr Watson to Baskerville Hall to investigate the legend of the hound and to protect Sir Henry Baskerville. But they are about to discover that terrible secrets and long-held grudges will lead them into shocking danger ... and that nobody is safe at night on the moors ...Hound of the Baskervilles is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills..Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisGame Changers have the skills, courage and power to change the world! Join us on a journey with some game-changing explorers! You will travel with Christopher Columbus, who set out on a voyage and accidentally arrived in the Americas, Amelia Earhart, the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic and Mae C. Jemison, the first black woman to travel into space. Learn about the places they discovered and the exciting adventures they had along the way. Game Changers: Intrepid Explorers is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 8-10 years

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Book SynopsisGame Changers have the skills, courage and power to change the world! The heroes in this book are not just sports stars, they've also used their fame and talents to inspire people around the world! Read about these awesome athletes, from Roger Bannister the first person to run a mile in under four minutes, to Jonnie Peacock, the British Paralympic runner who set a new 100 metres world record in 2012, and Serena Williams who overcame racial discrimination to become the greatest female tennis player of all time. Learn how these talented athletes rose to become sporting superstars by challenging themselves, refusing to give up and daring to do the impossible. Maybe they will inspire you too, to take on a challenge of your own! Game Changers: Sporting Heroes is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisGame Changers have the skills, courage and power to change the world! Read about eight game-changing scientists who all shared the same motto in life: 'nullius in verba' - 'take no one's word for it'. They asked the questions and gathered the evidence that shaped our understanding of modern science. From Isaac Newton who established the laws of motion still used by engineers and scientists today, to Marie Curie, who won two Nobel prizes in recognition of her work on radiation and radioactivity, and Tu YouYou, the Chinese scientist who discovered a cure for malaria that has saved millions of lives. Game Changers: Super Scientists is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisGet ready to blast off! Find out about some real-life astronauts and their true space adventures, including Neil Armstrong and the first Moon landing. On the way you’ll discover what were the first living things in space, why it is so easy to jump on the Moon, and why you should never eat a sandwich (or drink a glass of water) in a space craft! True Space Adventures is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding.Reading age: 7-8 years

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Book SynopsisWhat do an elephant called Ning Nong and a gorilla called Jambo have in common? They are both animal heroes! In this book you’ll read about devoted dogs, courageous cats, a brave beluga whale, and a parrot who saved a young girl’s life. All of these incredible creatures, whether large or small, have helped humans in daring and inspiring ways. And there may also be a few more surprising heroes in store! Animal Heroes is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years

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Book SynopsisMonkeys and apes are clever animals that belong to a family called primates. (Did you know that you are a primate too?). In this book you will ... find out about different types of monkeys and apes, and how they live and communicate; discover how intelligent they are as they use tools and help humans; read the stories of three women who have done amazing work to study and protect these fascinating creatures. Monkeys and Apes is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years

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Book SynopsisPack your bag and get ready to visit some of the most amazing landmarks in the UK. From rock-formations and waterfalls, to ancient monuments and modern sky-scrapers, there is so much to explore! On the way you will learn ... the stories behind famous landmarks such as the Giant's Causeway; why landmarks are so important for finding our way; and the skills to become a landmark explorer in your local area!Are you ready? Let's go! Be a Landmark Explorer is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years

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Book SynopsisMany of our everyday things didn’t exist a short time ago! Discover the hidden histories behind gadgets and ingredients we use every day, from knives and forks to salt and pepper. Maybe they’re not so ordinary after all! Not So Ordinary? - The Secret History of Everyday Things is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years

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Book SynopsisThe ground shudders and a huge crack rips open the earth. A towering wave races towards the coastline and slams into a city. These aren't scenes from a film but just two of the many natural disasters that affect our planet. They can strike suddenly, without warning, and often leave devastation in their path. From volcanoes and hurricanes to tsunamis and wildfires, this book explains why these disasters happen, reveals the deadly destruction they leave behind ... and shows how we can protect ourselves and others when they occur. Disaster! is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and developcomprehension skills. Reading age: 9-10 years

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Book SynopsisGet ready to explore the world of William Shakespeare! Your guide is Kit, one of Shakespeare's oldest friends. He will show you around the famous Globe Theatre in London, and tell you the story of the man behind the plays, from his early childhood and his schooldays, to the incredible legacy of his writing. You'll also get to act out some scenes from his best-known plays, including Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream and Macbeth! Read on, and you'll discover why Shakespeare is considered to be one of the greatest writers ever. The Life and Work of Shakespeare is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisGet ready to go on an unforgettable journey through the world's most incredible and unusual natural places. Prepare to be astounded by stepping stones fit for a giant, rocks that leave mysterious tracks along the ground, hills that look like enormous chocolate drops, and a lake that is perfectly pink!On the way you will ... uncover how these extraordinary places were formed; discover how some still defy scientific explanation; and be inspired to do what you can to protect our spectacular natural world. Packed with stunning photos and fascinating facts, this book will be your companion on a journey of amazing discoveries. The World's Weirdest Places is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisYou have probably never seen a goblin, troll or fairy, but you’ve probably read about their adventures in some of your favourite stories. This book is a guide to the magical creatures that appear in myths, legends, fairytales and other fantasy stories … Dive in and discover where these characters come from and many interesting facts about them. Hairies, Fairies and Scaries: A Guide to Magical Creatures is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years

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Book SynopsisJust about everyone in the world likes cake, but do you know where cake ingredients come from? In this book, you can follow the journeys that butter, sugar, flour and eggs have made from the farm to your kitchen. You can find out what cakes were like in the past; how cake ingredients have changed over time; and make a delicious banana cake, too! Delicious! The Making of Cake is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years

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Book SynopsisSome animals can make amazing structures to keep cool, find food or make their homes. Find out about some of the best animal engineers on the planet - and how they’ve given human engineers some ideas, too. Animal Engineers is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years

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Book SynopsisOpen this book if you dare! In it you will find the biggest and most scary animals alive today ... And some even bigger and even scarier creatures from the past! If you are brave enough, you will meet ... A snake as long as a bus A crocodile that weighed as much as ten tonnes A shark with a smile two metres wide ... Yikes!As well as many more big, bad and seriously dangerous creatures. Prepare to be amazed! Big, Bad and Seriously Dangerous! is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years

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Book SynopsisFrom boiling hot deserts to icy plains, plants and humans have adapted to survive in almost every environment on our planet. In this book, you'll find out what plants and people need to survive and how they have adapted to life in extreme conditions. You'll also discover some fascinating facts, such as ... How plants convert the sun's energy to make their own food How nomads in the Gobi Desert can survive temperatures of -40° C How some plants can grow in soil as hot as a cup of tea! Plants v.People is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years

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Book SynopsisHello there! My name’s Oak, and I’m ten summers old. I live with my family, including my irritating brother Flint and my little sister Nettle – she goes wandering off ALL the time! My mum is always giving me jobs, including looking after our very stupid sheep. Oh, and I forgot to mention that I’m living in the late Stone Age, and this is my diary. My Neolithic Diary is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years

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Book SynopsisGame Changers have the skills, courage and power to change the world! Read about five inspiring leaders, whose bravery, determination and sacrifice changed the world and gave us many of the freedoms we enjoy today. From Emmeline Pankhurst, who worked to get votes for women, to Martin Luther King, who fought for equal rights for black people in the USA, all these incredible people continue to inspire us today. Game-Changers: Brave Leaders is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years

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Book SynopsisComputers are super-smart and super-fast. Computers never get bored, distracted or tired. However, a computer can’t do anything unless a human bosses it around! With the help of this book, you could be that human! Learn how to think like a computer and even ‘talk’ to computers in a language they can understand. Learn the basics you need to start coding. You don’t even need a computer to get started! How to Think Like a Computer is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years

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Book SynopsisRegular exercise is good for your body and your brain … It’s time to get moving!Maybe you love dancing to your favourite song or kicking a football around in the park … Or perhaps you haven’t found an activity you really enjoy – or you’re looking for a new challenge! This book is packed full of ideas to get you moving. So take a look inside – you may discover the perfect activity or sport for YOU! Get Active! is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years

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Book SynopsisJoin sister and brother, Sarita and Amar Joshi, on a whirlwind tour of India. Find out lots of fascinating information about this amazing country, including: Wonderful wildlife - including lions, tigers, elephants and snow leopards Delicious food - from samosas and dosas to spicy curries Colourful clothes - you'll even learn how to put on a sari Popular sports and entertainment - from cricket, to traditional music and Bollywood filmsAfter reading this book, you'll want to transport yourself to this incredible country! Incredible India is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years

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Book SynopsisDo you enjoy reading great stories? How about writing them? Are you sometimes stuck for ideas? In this inspiring and practical guide by award-winning author, Joanna Nadin, you will discover how to hunt down brilliant ideas for your own stories, get into the minds of your characters, and give your writing a final, brilliant shine. Get ready to pick up your pen and start telling your own fantastic tales! Telling Tales - A Guide to Writing Fantastic Fiction is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 9-10 years

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Book SynopsisMoney hasn't always existed. In fact, for tens of thousands of years humans managed very well without it! Nowadays, we need money for almost everything we do, but have you ever stopped to think about what it actually is? Travel back in time and encounter some pretty strange money, from corn and shells, to 'flying money' and stone money big enough for an elephant to hide behind. Discover where money came from, how it really works, and find out whether you are a big spender or a super saver! The Inside Story of Money is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 8-10 years

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Book SynopsisYour body is amazing! But have you ever stopped to think about how it actually works? Why do some people sleepwalk? What exactly are goose bumps? And how might you get rid of hiccups? These are just some of the fascinating questions that are answered in this book with the help of a friendly scientist and doctor. They'll also let you in on the secret of why you really are shorter when you get out of bed in the morning! Amazing Facts about your Body is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and developcomprehension skills. Reading age: 8-10 years

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Book SynopsisTake yourself back 3,000 years to Bronze Age Britain. A group of round wooden houses stand on stilts above a river. Suddenly there is panic - fire is spreading! Everyone escapes but the houses burn and crash into the water below, along with all of their contents. Now, fast forward to the present day -archaeologists have discovered the village and are digging up the houses, which have been preserved like perfect time capsules. What amazing secrets do they reveal about Bronze Age life? Discovery of a Bronze Age Village is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-10 years

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Book SynopsisNo one can be the best at everything - but you can be your best YOU! If you have the right attitude to everything you do, you will increase your happiness and well-being. By reading this book you will learn how to: - Celebrate the things you're good at - Earn from your mistakes - Follow in the footsteps of successful people like J.K. Rowling and Lionel Messi, who had difficulties but never gave up - Use 'growth mindset' to achieve your goals and stay positive!Are you ready to be your best you? Great! Let's go! Be your best YOU! is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 9-10 years

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Book SynopsisDo you like making things? Are you keen to get creative? If so, this book is packed with inspiring ideas and full instructions for over 20 exciting craft projects, including: - a lightbox to display a cool message- a funky bag made from an old pair of jeans- fun badges or keyrings made with crisp packets you shrink in the oven!- an edible chocolate picture - yum!Many of the projects can be made with recycled materials, and would make ideal gifts for a friend or family member. It's time to get crafty! Get Crafty! is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 9-10 years

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Book SynopsisEver dreamt of climbing Everest, rafting down the Nile or hiking across the Sahara? These are all very exciting ideas ... but hold on a minute! Even a small-scale adventure requires planning, preparation and the right knowledge and equipment. To learn these skills and be ready for any adventure you'll need the advice in the book, such as how to make a camp for the night, build a raft, read a map and navigate by the moon and stars. You'll also find out how explorers can survive in extreme conditions, how to escape killer bees and how to call for help in times of danger. Survival Skills is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisFive, Four, Three, Two, One .... Lift off! This book will take you on a journey that charts one of the most famous Moon missions - Apollo 11. Along the way, you'll encounter mighty rockets more powerful than anything before them, and spacesuits heavier than the people inside them! You'll discover, step-by-step, how to reach the Moon (and of course how to get home safely!), as well as many fascinating facts, such as what a 'vomit comet', 'snoopy caps' and 'bunny hopping' have to do with the Moon mission. How to Land on the Moon is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisWhy are so many animal species endangered? Why are resources like natural gas running out? What does 'global warming' actually mean? And what exactly is the problem with plastic? This book will help you bust the myths and find out what is really happening to our planet. Discover why we're experiencing more extreme weather, what is meant by your 'carbon footprint' and how YOU can help protect our precious planet. There are lots of simple ways that you can make a change and become an 'Eco-Hero'! How to be an Eco-Hero is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisGet ready to travel back in time and learn about the intriguing people and cultures that existed in what we now know as Mexico, Central and South America from the Maya who built imposing temples and pyramids, to the Inca, who crafted beautiful solid-gold objects and founded the incredible city of Machu Picchu high in the Andes mountains. With this book as your guide, you'll discover many fascinating facts about these mysterious peoples, including the food they ate, the sports they played, the buildings and art they created, and their religious beliefs (which often included human sacrifice!). You'll also uncover why these civilisations were almost entirely lost, and how we know about them today from the traces they left behind, and from their descendants who pass on knowledge of their ancient ancestors.The Lost Civilisations of Latin America is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisChina is a country that has enchanted people for thousands of years. It is a country of vast mountain ranges, legendary rivers, arid deserts and icy winters. And with a population of over 1.3 billion people, it is also home to giant pandas, Siberian tigers and dancing (human) dragons! In this guide you will discover many fascinating facts about the culture and history of China, including ... - How to make noodles by hand, and which province has the spiciest cuisine - The different languages spoken, and how Chinese children learn to read and write- Why the Great Wall of China was built and just how long it actually is- Famous myths and legends, and the significance of dragons and the Jade Emperor- And how rapidly China has modernised, creating several enormous 'megacities'After reading this book, you will want to jump on a plane and visit this incredible country. Welcome to China! Welcome to China is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years

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Book SynopsisExplore, support and consolidate communication, language and literacy skills with a colourful non-fiction book for ages 4-5, containing key concepts and practice opportunities.- Engage learners with colourful photos and simple non-fiction text linked to the skills and concepts covered in Activity Book B and the Teacher's Pack. - Reinforce and practise key communication, language and literacy skills and concepts with accessible question prompts in the footnotes. - Inspire students with additional poems and rhymes linked to the Activity Book A units and the non-fiction text. - Encourage learners to reflect on and reinforce what they have learned with write-in activities at the back of the book.This series has not been through the Cambridge International endorsement process.Available in this series:Reading Book A Fiction 9781510457270 Reading Book B Fiction 9781510457294 Reading Book C Fiction 9781510457300 Reading Book A Non-fiction 9781510457287 Reading Book B Non-fiction 9781510457331 Reading Book C Non-fiction 9781510457348 Activity Book A 9781510457249 Activity Book B 9781510457256 Activity Book C 9781510457263 Teacher's Pack 9781510457379

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Book SynopsisExplore, support and consolidate communication, language and literacy skills with a colourful non-fiction book for ages 4-5, containing key concepts and practice opportunities.- Engage learners with colourful photos and simple non-fiction text linked to the skills and concepts covered in Activity Book C and the Teacher's Pack. - Reinforce and practise key communication, language and literacy skills and concepts with accessible question prompts in the footnotes. - Inspire students with additional poems and rhymes linked to the Activity Book A units and the non-fiction text. - Encourage learners to reflect on and reinforce what they have learned with write-in activities at the back of the book.This series has not been through the Cambridge International endorsement process.Available in this series:Reading Book A Fiction 9781510457270 Reading Book B Fiction 9781510457294 Reading Book C Fiction 9781510457300 Reading Book A Non-fiction 9781510457287 Reading Book B Non-fiction 9781510457331 Reading Book C Non-fiction 9781510457348 Activity Book A 9781510457249 Activity Book B 9781510457256 Activity Book C 9781510457263 Teacher's Pack 9781510457379

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Book SynopsisAs seen on Channel 4's Sunday Brunch! It's the start of the school holidays and Mav is tired, angry and thirsty - no matter how much water he drinks. It turns out that Mav has Type 1 Diabetes, and that means he has to cope with some big changes. His biggest fear is telling his friends all about them. Will they still want to hang out with him? Or will his new bionic superpowers make him even more special? Bionic T1D is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years

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Book SynopsisDogs can run, sit, and rest in lots of different places. What other things can these faithful pets do? The Dog Can... is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for Pink A to White band. The rich collection of highly decodable books immerses children in a range of cross-curricular topics and genres. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding.Reading age: 4-5 years

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Book SynopsisFox and Bat are very competitive and do not get along. When a fox cub falls in the river, they have to forget their differences to help him. Can they work together and save the cub? Fox and Bat is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for Pink A to White band. The rich collection of highly decodable books immerses children in a range of cross-curricular topics and genres. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding.Reading age: 4-5 years

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Book SynopsisRabbit, Big Ted and Nell are having a picnic at Puffin Rock, until a pesky puffin arrives to make mischief! Will they finally be able to eat their picnic in peace? The Picnic is part of the Rocket Phonics range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Rocket Phonics builds a firm foundation in word reading through fresh and fully decodable phonics books for Pink A to Orange band. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 4-5 years

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Book SynopsisDan the parrot is feeling very sick, and being sat on a hot rock all day certainly isn't helping! But Nick the numbat has a clever plan to help Dan feel better! The Sick Parrot is part of the Rocket Phonics range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Rocket Phonics builds a firm foundation in word reading through fresh and fully decodable phonics books for Pink A to Orange band. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 4-5 years"

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Book SynopsisJess Peep has lost her sheep, and even her sheepdog Jet can't find them! Even worse - someone has left her field in a terrible mess! Can Jess find her sheep again before the end of the day? The Lost Sheep is part of the Rocket Phonics range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Rocket Phonics builds a firm foundation in word reading through fresh and fully decodable phonics books for Pink A to Orange band.Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 4-5 years

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Book SynopsisA bright pink parrot gets lost in the wood, looking for a place to sleep. When the rooks won't let him sleep in the best tree, the parrot must find a different tree to rest in. The Parrot Tree is part of the Rocket Phonics range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Rocket Phonics builds a firm foundation in word reading through fresh and fully decodable phonics books for Pink A to Orange band.Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 4-5 years

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