Educational: Study and revision guides

Book SynopsisLevel: KS2Subject: EnglishSuitable for 2026 SATsGet ready for SATs with targeted practice questionsBoost children's test-taking confidence by using the realistic SATs-style questions included in this Key Stage 2 English SATs Question Book by Collins. Specifically designed to get children ready for the Spelling SAT (Paper 2), this book covers all the content and skills that children will be tested on. Regular progress tests are included throughout to check understanding every step of the way. An audio download is provided to ensure children are prepared for success ahead of their SATs. Answers and marking schemes are included too. For more SATs revision books, try our KS2 Reading SATs Question Book (9780008201593) or the KS2 Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling SATs Question Book (9780008201609) for extra SATs practice.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel & Subject: GCSE 9-1 English Language, GCSE 9-1 English LiteratureFirst teaching: September 2015Next exams: June 2023Develop your students' skills in English Literature and English Language as you study An Inspector Calls.This Student Book offers English Literature lessons to help your classes explore the set text in depth. In parallel, English Language lessons give students the opportunity to respond to fiction and non-fiction extracts that will deepen their understanding of the play's themes and contexts.This practical resource is designed for in-class study, as well as exam preparation. Give students a supportive route through the set text, with pre-reading, close reading and whole-text review chapters to help them understand the plot, characters, themes and contexts and analyse the writer's methods. Build writing stamina with the longer exam-style tasks at the end of each chapter. Support all learners with clear plot summaries and a Who's who' guide to the main

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Book SynopsisLevel: EYFSSubject: English An engaging Writing activity bumper book to really help boost your child's progress at every stage of their learning! Fully in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, this English book provides reassurance whilst supporting your child's learning at home.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: GCSE Grade 9-1Subject: English LiteratureSuitable for the 2025 examsTargeted practice questions covering your GCSE grade 9-1 set textOur A Christmas Carol GCSE Grade 9-1 workbook has everything you need to put your skills to the test and score top marks on your GCSE Grade 9-1 English Literature exam! Prepare for your exam in a snap with this new GCSE Grade 9-1 Snap Revision A Christmas Carol Workbook from Collins. Full of questions on plot, context, characters and themes in a clear and easy-to-use format with answers included you'll get plenty of practice. With exam-style questions you can plan and write your essay responses to be completely prepared for your AQA exam. Perfect to use alongside the GCSE Grade 9-1 Snap Revision A Christmas Carol Text Guide for all the key information you need to practise and pass.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: GCSE Grade 9-1Subject: English LiteratureSuitable for the 2024 examsTargeted practice questions covering your GCSE grade 9-1 power and conflict anthologyOur Power and Conflict Poetry Anthology GCSE Grade 9-1 workbook has everything you need to put your skills to the test and score top marks on your GCSE Grade 9-1 English Literature exam! Prepare for your exam in a snap with this new GCSE Grade 9-1 Snap Revision Power and Conflict Poetry Anthology Workbook from Collins. Full of questions on language, structure, themes and context in a clear and easy-to-use format with answers included you'll get plenty of practice. With exam-style questions you can plan and write your essay responses to be completely prepared for your AQA exam. Perfect to use alongside the GCSE Grade 9-1 Power and Conflict Poetry Anthology Snap Revision Guide for all the key information you need to practise and pass.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: Chemistry Two books in one! Combining a revision guide and a full set of practice test papers, this fantastic resource is all you need to revise for the exam.The revision guide Covers all of the topics in the CfE Higher Chemistry curriculum, broken down into manageable chunks for easy revision Clearly explains key concepts, research evidence and real-life applications Contains Quick Tests to let students check their knowledge and understanding as they go alongThe practice test papers Are in the format and the style of the SQA exam, giving students an opportunity to practice taking the Higher Chemistry examMarking instructions and sample answers are provided online, so students can check their progress.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: BiologyFirst Teaching: 2018, First Exam: 2019Two books in one! Combining a revision guide and a full set of practice test papers, this fantastic resource is all you need to revise for the new 2020 exam.The revision guide Covers all of the topics in the new CfE Higher Biology curriculum, broken down into manageable chunks for easy revision Clearly explains key concepts, research evidence and real-life applications Contains Quick Tests to let students check their knowledge and understanding as they go alongThe practice test papers Are in the format and the style of the SQA exam, giving students an opportunity to practice taking the new 2020 Higher Biology examMarking instructions and sample answers are provided online, so students can check their progress.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: Advanced HigherSubject: MathsFirst Teaching: 2019, First Exam: 2020The Advanced Higher Maths Student Book helps teachers and students map their route through the CfE programme, providing comprehensive and authoritative guidance for the course.Full coverage of the new Advanced Higher course specifications with list of learning intentionsAttractive layout with clear text featuresKey questions highlight crucial concepts and techniques that need to be grasped by students in order to progress to the next learning intentionWhat the examiner/assessor is looking for to help teachers & students feel secureEnd of unit material unit assessment, exam-style questions with worked answers and examiners commentary, self-assessmentStudent Books give a practical, supportive approach to help deliver the new curriculum and offer a blend of sound teaching and learning with assessment guidance.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSE Grade 9-1Subject: English LiteratureSuitable for the 2024 examsEverything you need to revise for your GCSE 9-1 set text in a snap guideEverything you need to score top marks on your GCSE Grade 9-1 English Literature exam is right at your fingertips! Revise Boys Don't Cry by Malorie Blackman in a snap with this new GCSE Grade 9-1 Snap Revision Text Guide from Collins. Refresh your knowledge of the plot, context, characters and themes and pick up top tips along the way to ace your Edexcel exam. Each topic is explained in an easy-to-read format so you can get straight to the point. Then, put your skills to the test with plenty of practice questions included in every section. The Snap Text Guides are packed with every quote and extract you need. We've even included examples of how to plan and write your essay responses! This Collins English Literature revision guide contains all the key information you need to practise and pass.Trade Review ‘I’m delighted to see this study guide being published as it will encourage more teachers to have the confidence to teach Boys Don’t Cry. I will definitely use it to inform my own teaching, and I know my students will find it really beneficial in their independent studies.’ Hayley Andrews, Head of English, Turing House School

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Book SynopsisExam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSE Grade 9-1Subject: MathsSuitable for the 2024 examsComplete coverage of the GCSE grade 9-1 coursePublished in partnership with White Rose Maths this GCSE revision guide uses the White Rose Maths approach to build confidence, deepen understanding and provide plenty of practice opportunities. Use this guide for full revision support in each topic and see that everyone can do maths! Revisit and embed key facts for each topic Strengthen knowledge with worked examples and commentary Secure conceptual understanding with models and visual representations Build confidence and fluency with plenty of practice exam-style questions Improve problem-solving skills with challenging questions

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: GCSE 9-1Subject: GeographySuitable for the 2024 examsComplete revision and practice to fully prepare for the GCSE grade 9-1 examsRevision that Sticks! Collins AQA GCSE 9-1 Geography Complete All-in-One Revision and Practice uses a revision method that really works: repeated practice throughout.A revision guide, workbook and practice paper in one book!With clear and concise revision for every topic, plus seven practice opportunities, Collins offers the best revision at the best price.For even more practice QR codes link directly from the topics in the revision guide to online interactive quick recall quizzes and to worked solution videos in the workbook.Includes: quick tests as you go end-of-topic practice questions topic review questions later in the book mixed practice questions at the end of the book more topic-by-topic practice in the workbook a complete exam-style paper online quick recall quizzes for every topic online video solutions for every topic free Q&ATrade Review“Generally excellent. Attractive layout, clear and easy to access. There is necessary focus on exam skills, but presented in an interesting, step-by-step format.” Susan Stirrup, King’s Ely “I like the clear layout, especially the spacing of the questions – it is very accessible.” Fiona Hall, Sheringham High School “Colourful and informative.” Jane Hamilton, Alsager School

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: GCSE Grade 9-1Subject: English LiteratureSuitable for the 2023 examsEverything you need to revise for your GCSE 9-1 set text in a snap guideOur Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Snap Revision Text Guide has everything you need to score top marks on your GCSE Grade 9-1 English Literature exam right at your fingertips! Revise Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson in a snap with this handy guide.Refresh your knowledge of the plot, context, characters and themesPick up top tips to ace your AQA examPlenty of practice questions included in every sectionPacked with every quote and extract you needExamples of how to plan and write your essay responsesQR codes link directly to online videos providing further analysis of the text

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Book SynopsisLevel: KS1Subject: EnglishLearn the easy way with this Phonics activity book! Including helpful questions and answers, this English book provides reassurance whilst supporting your child's learning at home.Combining useful English practice with engaging, colourful illustrations, this Phonics practice book helps to boost your child's confidence and develop good learning habits for life. Each fun activity is designed to give your child a real sense of achievement.Included in this book:questions that allow children to practise the important skills learned at schoolcolourful activities that make learning fun and motivate children to learn at homehelpful tips and answers so that you can support your child's learningCovers phonics phases 3-5, in preparation for the year 1 Phonics screening check.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSE Grade 9-1Subject: Maths FoundationSuitable for the 2025 examsShortlisted for the Teach Secondary Assessment Award 2024Get the edge in your GCSE Maths Foundation exams by mastering the full range of exam questions. Understand precisely what the examiner is looking for and how to craft your answer.This exam practice workbook takes you through all the different question types in Edexcel GCSE Maths Foundation, breaking them down, step by step, to show what you need to do to gain full marks. QR codes link to videos to provide extra support when you need it. Then it's practise, practise, practise with plenty of exam questions organised by question type and topic to hone your exam technique.Developed with teachers and exam expertsPerfect for practising active recallCommand words fully explainedModel answers and partial worked examplesGraded exam practice questionsTiming guidanceCalculator/non-calculator questions highlightedAnswers and guidance for self-marking

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Book SynopsisCollins International Primary Maths supports best practice in primary maths teaching, whilst encouraging teacher professionalism and autonomy.Each Progress Book page offers write-in assessment questions which allow learners to apply what they have learned and demonstrate mastery and understanding of mathematical concepts. Questions throughout the course develop learners' Thinking and Working Mathematically skills and each unit offers an opportunity for personal reflection on progress.

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Book SynopsisIllustrated and engaging, these workbooks make learning fun!Each book contains:- Over 100 pages of topic-based practice- Questions split into three levels of increasing difficulty- Progress tests so children can revisit topics and consolidate learning- Progress charts to record results and identify areas for improvement- Clear answers booklet and notes pagesMatched to the requirements of the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence, these are ideal to help close the attainment gap!

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Book SynopsisThis pack of Bond 11+ English Standard Test Papers includes realistic exam-style papers with separate question and answer booklets, perfect for getting ready for the 11+ and other selective school entrance exams. Features include:• Four realistic test papers• Standard question format• Papers designed to replicate timed test conditions• Every answer fully explained• Full parental support• Perfect preparation for the GL Assessment and other 11+ exams• For children aged 10+Bond English 11+ Standard Test Papers Pack 1 (ISBN: 9780192740731) is also available.Looking to supercharge your 11+ prep? Pair Bond 11+ books with a subscription to Bond Online Premium or Premium Plus for maximum AI-powered practice! Visit bond11.plus.co.uk/Bond-Online for more information.

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Book SynopsisBond is the number 1 provider of 11+ practice, helping millions of children pass selective entrance exams. Bond Non-verbal Reasoning Stretch Practice for ages 8-9 years books are designed to challenge the most able children. Covering all the core 11+ question types your child will experience in their actual exam, building their skills and confidence for exam success.

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Book SynopsisBond is the number 1 provider of 11 plus practice, helping millions of children pass selective 11 plus entrance exams. Bond How to Do Maths and Non-Verbal Reasoning is a practical guide designed for use by children that also combines a wealth of information for parents. Packed with expert advice and step-by-step strategies for success in the CEM exam, this book builds the skills and confidence for exam success in the most demanding 11 plus exams.

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Book SynopsisThis pack of Bond CEM 11+ Multiple-Choice Test Papers includes realistic exam-style papers with separate question and answer booklets, perfect for getting ready for the CEM 11+ exam- the most demanding 11 plus test. Features include:• Four full CEM-style test papers• Includes realistic multiple-choice answer grids• Papers designed to replicate CEM-style timed test conditions• Perfect preparation for the CEM Select exam• For children aged 10+Bond Mixed 11+ Multiple-choice Test Papers Pack 2 (ISBN: 9780192740823) is also available.Looking to supercharge your 11+ prep? Pair Bond 11+ books with a subscription to Bond Online Premium or Premium Plus for maximum AI-powered practice! Visit bond11.plus.co.uk/Bond-Online for more information.

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Book SynopsisBoost your SATs preparation with Bond SATs Skills Spelling and Vocaublary Workbooks. Developed in line with the National Curriculum, and supported by Bond''s 60 years of experience in helping children succeed, these books are perfect for developing foundational skills in spelling and vocabulary. This workbook includes:• 10 units of activities covering the puzzles, crosswords, anagrams, synonyms and antonyms skills needed for success in the Key Stage 2 National Curriculum SATs and the 11+ exam• A pull-out answer section and scoring on each page allowing children to see how they''re doing• Progress charts to track learning• Helpful hints to maximise learning and enable children to work through the book independently• Suitable for use at home, in school or by tutorsUse this book for regular spelling and vocabulary practice in bite-sized chunks, to highlight strengths and weaknesses, or as homework.

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Book SynopsisThese Bond 11+ CEM 10 Minute Tests are perfect for bite-sized practice for the English vocabulary question types used in the CEM 11+ test and encourage speed and accuracy. Features include:• A combination of multiple-choice tests and 6 standard tests• Provides essential practice of vocabulary skills including synonyms and antonyms, verbal reasoning, using words in context, cloze exercises, comprehension, grammar and punctuation, spelling and vocabulary• Written by an expert primary literacy and assessment teacher and packed with helpful tips• Answers in a pull-out section that can be easily removed• A puzzles section to keep children engaged whilst reinforcing exam skills• A glossary of key words • A progress chart at the back of the book to keep track of scores• For children aged 10-11 or in year 5 or 6Used in combination with the Bond 11+ English Handbook, CEM Assessment Papers and other supporting Bond titles, the 10 Minute Tests offer focused practice for the 11+ at home.

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Book SynopsisThe Bond 11+ Challenge Assessment Papers help to prepare children for more difficult questions and competitive exams, and to improve non-verbal reasoning exam skills and confidence with questions more advanced than those in the standard Bond 11+ Assessment Papers. Key features indclude:• Stretching 11+ non-verbal reasoning practice questions• Perfect preparation for the GL Assessment and other 11+ selective school exams• Fully-explained answers in a pull-out section• For children aged 9-10 or in Year 5Looking to supercharge your 11+ prep? Pair Bond 11+ books with a subscription to Bond Online Premium or Premium Plus for maximum AI-powered practice! Visit bond11.plus.co.uk/Bond-Online for more information.

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of the Bond 11+ English 10 Minute Tests now includes fully explained answers in the pull-out centre section. Used with the English 11+ Handbook, Assessment Papers and other supporting Bond titles, the 10 Minute Tests offer focused practice for the 11+ at home. The tests cover all the core 11+ question types that your child will experience in their actual exam. Working through the book helps to target the areas children need more support with and build their skills and confidence. There are also fun puzzles to help keep children engaged whilst reinforcing exam skills. Providing bite-sized practice of key English skills, these age-ranged, essential study guides really help children to succeed. Bond is the number 1 provider of 11+ practice, helping millions of children pass selective entrance exams.

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of the Bond 11+ Verbal Reasoning 10 Minute Tests now includes fully explained answers in the pull-out centre section. Used with the Verbal Reasoning 11+ Handbook, Assessment Papers and other supporting Bond titles, the 10 Minute Tests offer focused practice for the 11+ at home. The tests cover all the core 11+ question types that your child will experience in their actual exam. Working through the book helps to target the areas children need more support with and build their skills and confidence. There are also fun puzzles to help keep children engaged whilst reinforcing exam skills. Providing bite-sized practice of key Verbal Reasoning skills and full answer support, these age-ranged, essential study guides really help children to succeed. Bond is the number 1 provider of 11+ practice, helping millions of children pass selective entrance exams.

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Book SynopsisEasy to use in the classroom or as a tool for revision, Oxford Literature Companions provide student-friendly analysis of a range of popular GCSE set texts. Each book offers a lively, engaging approach to the text, covering characters, themes, language and contexts, whilst also providing a range of varied and in-depth activities to deepen understanding and encourage close work with the text. Each book also includes a comprehensive Skills and Practice section, which provides detailed advice on assessment and a bank of exam-style questions and annotated sample student answers. This guide covers Macbeth by William Shakespeare, is suitable for all exam boards and for the most recent GCSEspecifications.

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Book SynopsisEasy to use in the classroom or as a tool for revision, Oxford Literature Companion Workbooks provide student-friendly support for a range of popular GCSE set texts. Each write-in workbook offers a range of varied and in-depth activities to deepen understanding and encourage close work with the text, covering characters, themes, language and contexts. Each workbook also includes a comprehensive Skills and Practice section, which provides advice on assessment and sample student exam answers. This workbook covers Lord of the Flies by William Golding, is suitable for all exam boards and for the most recent GCSEspecifications.

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Book SynopsisTargeted practice specifically for the 21 Required Practicals for AQA GCSE Combined Science. A variety of practical exam-style questions and terminology in different and unfamiliar contexts build students'' confidence in answering practicals-focused and long-answer questions, and equips students with the skills to secure the 15% practicals requirement. Includes expert hints on tackling the practicals questions and tips on how to translate the skills from familiar to unfamiliar settings, offering the best preparation for GCSE Science examinations.Answers are available to download from oxfordsecondary.co.uk/required-practicals-answers.Trade ReviewI can't recommend this Primrose Kitten resource highly enough. Invaluable; a must have in any revision plan for science. * 5-star Amazon review *Really amazing book, very clear how much time was spent dedicated into writing this! Would definitely recommend and I hope this will definitely improve my grades! Many thanks * 5-star Amazon review *

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Book SynopsisKathleen McMillan and Jonathan Weyers work within the University of Dundee's Learning Centre and Academic Affairs Office respectively and have each been teaching for over 25 years and now specialize in supporting academic skills across both the arts and sciences.Table of ContentsCONTENTS Preface and acknowledgements How to use this book Introduction 1. Why expressing yourself well in writing is important - how to develop your writing skills What markers are looking for 2. What markers are looking for in your essays and assignments -how to identify the key elements required to meet markers' expectations Getting started 3. Tackling writing assignments - How to get started Researching your topic 4. Effective academic reading - How to read efficiently and with understanding 5. Library and learning resources - How to make the best use of the facilities 6. Note-making from texts - How to create effective notes for later reference 7. Thinking critically - How to develop a logical approach to analysis, synthesis and evaluation Writing a first draft 8. Academic writing formats - How to organise your writing within a standard framework 9. Planning writing assignments - How to respond to the task Writing technique 10. Academic writing style - How to adopt appropriate language conventions 11. Shaping your text - how to create effective sentences and paragraphs 12. Improving your grammar - How to avoid some common errors 13. Better punctuation - How to use punctuation marks appropriately 14. Better spelling - How to spell competently 15. Enhancing your vocabulary - How to increase your word power Editing & Revision 16. Reviewing, editing and proof-reading - how to make sure your writing is concise and correct Plagiarism and referencing 17. Plagiarism and copyright infringement - how to avoid being accused of ‘stealing’ the ideas & work of others 18. Citing and listing references - how to refer appropriately to the work of others Presentation 19. Presentation of assignments - how to follow the appropriate academic conventions Improving your marks 20. Exploiting feedback - how to understand and learn from what lecturers write on your work 21. Essay writing in exams - how to improve your marks References and further reading Glossary of key terms

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding English is a series of topic-based study books for children in Key Stage 2, providing rigorous practice of key subject areas. Poetry covers the following areas: learning poetry by heart, performing poetry, similes, metaphors, personification, haiku, and shape poems.

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding Maths is a series of topic-based study books for Key Stage 2, providing rigorous practice of key subject areas. Number Patterns & Algebra covers the following topics: factors, multiples, fraction sequences, negative numbers, Roman numerals, cube and square numbers, term-to-term rule and simple algebra.

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding Maths is a series of topic-based study books for Key Stage 2, providing rigorous practice of key subject areas. Geometry & Measurement meets the National Curriculum requirements for Key Stage 2 maths, and covers the following areas: triangles, circles, symmetry, angles, co-ordinates, length, mass, capacity, time, area and volume.

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Book SynopsisClosely matched to the National Curriculum, the Key Stage 1 Science Revision Guide helps children to revise what they have learnt at school, in preparation for the end of key stage tests. Clearly presented examples and colourful illustrations help bring revision to life, while targeted practice questions highlight any gaps in understanding.

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Book SynopsisThe Schofield & Sims Practice Papers help children to prepare for the end of key stage tests by providing rigorous practice of exam-style questions. The Key Stage 2 Science Practice Papers reflect the appearance and content of the Key Stage 2 Science Sampling Test and include papers on biology, chemistry and physics.

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Book SynopsisThe Schofield & Sims English Rapid Tests are short, timed tests designed to build speed and fluency in preparation for the 11+ and other school selection tests.

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Book SynopsisThe 10-Minute Tests are short, timed tests designed to consolidate skills and build speed and confidence as children approach the SATs. KS1 SATs Arithmetic 10-Minute Tests contains twenty-two short tests to develop children's calculation skills and number fluency.

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Book SynopsisThe 10-Minute Tests are short, timed tests designed to consolidate skills and build speed and confidence as children approach the SATs. KS2 SATs Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling 10-Minute Tests contains eighteen grammar and punctuation tests and ten spelling tests.

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Book SynopsisSomething NEW for Big Fat Notebook fans: a write‑in workbook for practicing and perfecting the concepts a student is learning in maths class.

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Book SynopsisThis Graphic Revision Guide for Great Expectations is an essential tool for anyone studying this book for GCSE English Literature. It contains comic-style sheets, especially tailored to strengthen the student’s understanding of plot, characters, quotes, themes and more; through using them, learning and revising this iconic novel will become an easier and more enjoyable experience. Students with special educational needs (SEN) will find it particularly beneficial.This book contains: Visual summaries of the plot Character profiles, including a fact file and quotes from the book Exploration of key themes and the context for the book Additional graphic reference material, to help students understand the setting of the book Activity sheets, including matching quotes to pictures, vocabulary building and drawing character maps. The resources are printed in black and white for easy photocop

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Book SynopsisOur Revision Workbooks help students develop vital skills throughout their course in preparation for the exam.

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