Teachers’ classroom resources and material Books
Oxford University Press Numicon 100 Square Baseboard
Book SynopsisNumicon builds a deep understanding of maths through a multi-sensory approach, developing children''s fluency, reasoning and problem-solving. The Numicon 100 Square Baseboard is a plastic square with 10 x 10 raised circles on which Numicon Shapes and overlays can be placed. The Baseboard can be used as a base for building towers of number bonds or making patterns with Numicon Pegs, and is useful in many Numicon activities for children in Key Stage 1. Contains: 1x Numicon 100 Square Baseboard. Use alongside the Numicon Teaching Resources for maximum impact. Extra apparatus is available separately.
£10.60
HarperCollins Publishers Year 5 Maths Targeted Practice Workbook
Book SynopsisLevel: KS2Subject: MathsTargeted practice for every topic taught at school!When it comes to getting the best results, practice really does bring progress! Matched to the National Curriculum, this Collins Maths Year 5 workbook is designed to target every Maths Year 5 topic in depth. Using a repeated practice method that is proven to work, this book improves performance in school, as well as in tests and assessments. Questions for each topic are organised into three levels of increasing difficulty while progress tests throughout check children's understanding along the way. Children can record their own results too, supporting awareness and boosting confidence. A handy pull-out answer section is also included to ensure every child can succeed in Year 5. We've got a Year 5 English Targeted Practice Workbook (9780008201678) available as well.
£7.59
Hawthorn Press Creative Form Drawing with Children Aged 6-10:
Book SynopsisCreative form drawing helps children develop hand to eye co-ordination, spatial orientation, observation skills, attention, confident movement, drawing skills and the foundation skills for handwriting. Originally developed by Rudolf Steiner, creative form drawing is used widely in Steiner and Waldorf Schools to enable healthy child development and learning. Form drawing can also be used for helping transform learning difficulties. This books covers the why, what and how of creative form drawing, providing a comprehensive, practical resource for teachers of children aged 6 to 12 years.
£21.25
HarperCollins Publishers International Primary Maths Students Book Stage 3
Book SynopsisCollins International Primary Maths supports best practice in primary maths teaching, whilst encouraging teacher professionalism and autonomy. A wealth of supporting digital assets are provided for every lesson, including slideshows, tools and games to ensure they are rich, lively and engaging.Each lesson is based on a big idea', providing an engaging, exciting theme which is anchored in a real-life international context. Activities, exercises and investigations provide opportunities for learners to apply their knowledge, skills and understanding of the mathematics they are learning. The course develops learners' Thinking and Working Mathematically skills and offers opportunities for group and individual learning. The series also supports Cambridge Global Perspectives with activities that develop and practise key skills.Provides learner support as part of a set of resources for the Cambridge Primary curriculum framework (0096) from 2020.This series is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment I
£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Listening
Book SynopsisDo you understand textbook English' recordings but not what you hear in the real world?To improve your listening skills, you need to hear real conversations. That's why Collins Listening is based entirely on 50 authentic everyday interactions to help you understand what is said to you, whatever the circumstances.From buying a mobile phone to asking for directions, joining a gym to understanding transport announcements, Listening will help you understand what is said to you in real life situations and make sure everything you learn is useful.Twenty 4-page units with exercises and vocabulary work to help you understand differences in pronunciation and vocabularyAuthentic recordings of both native and non-native speakers of English, covering a wide variety of accents from around the worldRecordings include face-to-face conversations, public announcements, telephone calls, bookings, shopping scenarios and moreAdditional real vocabulary for everyday life, taken from the COBUILD English corpTrade ReviewAbout the Collins English for Life series:‘… superb, attractively packaged series (…) excellent support for candidates preparing for the Cambridge FCE and higher (…) work on the topics, skills and current needs of the language learner (…) may be used in various ways: either by learners alone, by teachers, or by teacher trainers on language development courses.’ About English for Life: Listening:‘…takes extracts of discourse directly from the Cobuild corpus of English in order to integrate authentic examples with tasks on, for example, adapting to local customs.’ Wayne Trotman, EL Gazette, August 2012
£12.59
HarperCollins Publishers Animal Farm GCSE 91 set text student edition
Book SynopsisExam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR; CXCLevel & Subject: GCSE 9-1 English Literature; CSEC English BFirst teaching: September 2015Next exams: 2024This edition of Animal Farm is perfect for GCSE-level students, with the complete novel, engaging introduction written by a teacher and a handy glossary at the back of the book.Fantastic value for Animal Farm George Orwell bookEasy to read font in an accessible formatA new introduction provides contextBespoke glossary explains key terms
£4.43
HarperCollins Publishers Frankenstein
Book SynopsisExam board: AQA, Edexcel; EdexcelLevel & Subject: GCSE English Literature; A Level English LiteratureFirst teaching: September 2015Next exam: June 2025This edition of Frankenstein is perfect for GCSE-level students: it comes complete with the novel, plus an introduction providing context, and a glossary explaining key terms. It was already one in the morning; the rain pattered dismally against the panes, and my candle was nearly burnt out, when, by the glimmer of the half-extinguished light, I saw the dull yellow eye of the creature open; it breathed hard and a convulsive motion agitated its limbs.'Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist with huge ambition, exceeds his own expectations when he manages to create life from an assemblage of dead body parts. Yet he has failed to think through the consequences and responsibilities of his action, with fatal results.First published in 1818, this genre-defying novel part gothic tale, part science fiction, part philosophical exploration inviteTrade Review“The new Collins Classroom Classic editions are perfect for schools – clear text, bright covers, a good size for pockets and bags, and a great price that makes buying new class or cohort sets very attractive in these budget-conscious times.” de Stafford School
£6.00
Hodder Education Cambridge IGCSE Core and Extended Mathematics
Book SynopsisThis title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education.The Teacher''s Guide includes a print handbook and a subscription to Boost, where you will find a range of online resources to support your teaching of the Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics syllabuses (0580/0980) for first examination from 2025.- Effectively deliver the revised syllabus with features such as schemes of work and CPD videos with supporting guidance.- Develop students'' mathematical understanding with problem-solving videos, and prepare for assessments with practice questions and mark schemes.- Assign students digital auto-marked Knowledge Tests for each topic- Monitor progress with auto-generated reports for the formative Knowledge Tests- Feel confident in teaching with ESL support.- Answers are included for all Student Book and Workbook questions, with worked solutions for all student assessment questions and ICT activities from the Student Books.
£171.25
HarperCollins Publishers Death on the Nile
Book SynopsisCollins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners.Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. NowCollins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These readers have been carefully adapted using the Collins COBUILD grading scheme to ensure that the language is at the correct level for an intermediate learner. This book is Level 3 in the Collins ELT Readers series. Level 3 is equivalent to CEF level B1 with a word count of 11,000 20,000 words.Each book includes: Full reading of the adapted version available for free online Helpful notes on characters Cultural and historical notes relevant to the plot A glossary of the more difficult words Free online resources for students and teachers atwww.collinselt.com/readersThe plot:Poirot is supposed to be on a relaxing holiday in Egypt, but soon finds himself caught in the middle of a confusing murder.The obvious suspect has an alibi, and not a
£7.59
Hawthorn Press Earthwards
Book SynopsisThis educational resource addresses the anxiety of students facing the climate crisis by offering them practical hope. It is a useful and inspiring ecological learning resource for teachers, with practical examples from classes 1 to 12, starting with questions about how to develop ecological awareness. It explains how to deepen students? profound experience of nature e.g. with sit spots, observation, reflection, survival challenges, gardening, and outdoor experiences. It also informs students? analytical skills with systems thinking through units on cycles, paradigm shifts in viewing nature, embodiment exercises, imagination, and exploring deep time. Useful theory, principles, resources and action research methods are included, along with access to a global interactive, resource sharing website being built by a community of Earthwards educators.
£21.25
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Spell Like a Ninja: Top tips, rules and remedies
Book SynopsisFrom Andrew Jennings (@VocabularyNinja), the bestselling author of Vocabulary Ninja and Write Like a Ninja, this is an essential toolkit of strategies and resources to supercharge primary school children and transform them into spelling ninjas! In this newest instalment in the Like a Ninja series, Spell Like a Ninja provides essential tips, lists and advice to support the teaching and learning of spelling in the primary classroom or at home, all in a handy, pocket-sized book. Including every statutory spelling pattern in the National Curriculum, this book is split into sections for Key Stage 1, Lower Key Stage 2 and Upper Key Stage 2 to enable all pupils to learn at their own pace in this all-in-one quick reference tool. They'll be buzzing spelling bee champs in no time! This engaging, easy-to-use book includes: - the statutory spelling requirements for every year as well as the statutory word lists for Years 3, 4, 5 and 6; - clear, practical guidance for teachers and parents to help effectively with spelling; - tips for remembering spellings; - useful spelling lists by word type, such as homophones or homonyms. For more must-have Ninja books by Andrew Jennings, check out Vocabulary Ninja, Maths Like a Ninja, Write Like a Ninja and Comprehension Ninja.Trade ReviewUseful to both an experienced teacher as a focus, or back up, but also useful to a parent trying to support a child’s school spelling programme or for those home educating... There is certainly something here for any speller, at all levels and abilities – another great Ninja resource. * LoveReading4Kids www.lovereading4kids.co.uk *Another brilliant book from the Vocabulary Ninja! Full of ideas and word lists which are useful for teachers and parents. As always, the book is presented in a way that makes it easy to use and a guaranteed time-saver for all. * Simon Blower, co-founder of @HeyPobble *Having already bought Write Like a Ninja and Maths Like a Ninja for our KS2 classes, Spell Like a Ninja is a fantastic addition to the collection. Bringing together all the phonic and spelling objectives, along with handy hints, tips and strategies, this is a huge hit with the children and staff! * Jo Reeves, KS2 Phase Lead @jojojo90 *Spell Like a Ninja separates different spelling patterns into easy-to-manage chunks, visually represents the syllables, prefixes and suffixes within the words and provides a wealth of activity suggestions for exploring different patterns. Packed full of tips for helping children to improve their spelling, it’s an invaluable tool for any primary teacher! * Sarah Farrell, KS2 lead and author of Times Tables Ninja @SarahFarrellKS2 *Another superb book from Andrew Jennings that will make a huge difference to young people with their spelling. Whether it's in the classroom or at home, this well designed and engaging book should be the 'go to' resource for improving children's spelling and their literacy skills. * Jon Tait, education author, leader and speaker @TeamTait *An essential resource for any teacher looking to make spelling fun, engaging and memorable! * Jon Kirk, English Language Teacher *The clear explanations, easy-to-use reference pages and spelling practise ideas, not to mention the challenge of the Ninja tasks and the mini-mastery techniques, ensure Spell Like a Ninja is everything you could ask for from a spelling book and more. It’s engaging, immersive and highly accessible, linking spelling, grammar and technical vocabulary with a seasoning of humour to help combat the statutory curriculum. * Alison Gutteridge, Head of English *I love that Spell Like a Ninja teaches children (and parents!) the spelling rules and patterns, not just lists of words to remember. It clearly explains the tricky vocabulary that gets used in schools, so that parents can support their children's spelling journey. * Lindsey Fekete, Reach Online Tutoring *Alongside the Write Like a Ninja book, this would be a perfect addition to any writing lesson and a great resource for children to use alone and alongside an adult. Children love the independence this gives them with their writing and it enables them to become more proficient spellers with fun activities to do at school and home. * Amy Baines, classroom teacher *This is a one-stop-shop for teachers and parents looking to help children with their spelling. With each new book, Vocabulary Ninja proves himself to be the support that education needs! * Dean Boddington, assistant headteacher and editor of the No Shelf Control newsletter, @MisterBodd *This pocket-sized book is packed full of strategies and resources to enable you to support your primary school children and transform them into spelling ninjas! * ReadingZone *
£7.25
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Wellbeing in the Primary Classroom: The updated
Book Synopsis‘Adrian Bethune is an inspiration and this book should be required reading for everyone involved in teaching young children.’ - Dr Mark Williamson, Director of Action for Happiness, @actionhappiness This award-winning guide for teaching wellbeing and positive mental health in primary schools is packed with practical ideas for every classroom. This timely updated edition recognises the need for more guidance in schools following pupils’ rising levels of stress, anxiety and depression due to the pandemic. Evidence has shown that happy people (those who experience more positive emotions) perform better in school, enjoy healthier relationships, are generally more successful and even live longer! Many schools and teachers are looking for accessible ways to address these mental health problems in young people, and this revised edition is the essential tool needed to support healthy emotional development in the primary classroom. The book includes new chapters on: - the importance of nature for health, behaviour and concentration, - digital wellbeing and helping children to navigate life online in a healthy way, - and includes updated statistics and research on mental health and wellbeing of children and teachers. In this must-read book, experienced teacher and advisor on children's wellbeing, Adrian Bethune, takes the latest evidence and research from the science of happiness and positive psychology and brings them to life. Wellbeing in the Primary Classroom is packed full of tried-and-tested activities and techniques, including mindfulness, positive reflection, physical activity and acts of kindness.Trade ReviewIf you want healthier, happier children, this book is for you. Yet again, Adrian Bethune demystifies the theory of wellbeing and turns it into clear, practical advice we should all implement in our classrooms and schools. * Ben Levinson OBE, Executive Head Teacher at Kensington Primary School @mrlev *This is a wonderfully humane and useful book for teachers. Idea by idea it shows how the skills for living can be taught in practice. Beautifully written by a teacher who walks the talk. * Lord Richard Layard, Chairman of Action for Happiness *Adrian's book is one of those books that I genuinely recommend to teachers and head teachers all the time! This updated guide is a brilliant synthesis of valuable research and is brimming with practical ideas that will make a positive and life affirming difference to children and teachers alike! For schools and educators right now, this is the book you need; this is essential reading! * Rae Snape, Headteacher at Milton Road Primary School and author of The Headteacher's Handbook @RaeSnape *This is a helpful guide for teachers to think more about their and their students' well-being. * Laurie Santos, Professor of Psychology at Yale University and host of The Happiness Lab podcast @lauriesantos *This gem of a book is a must have for all who support the wellbeing of children in the primary classroom. Practical, totally accessible and full of 'positive psychology' tools which really work! * Dr Tina Rae, Educational and Child Psychologist and author of A Toolbox of Wellbeing @DrTinaRae *The timely publication of this new edition demonstrates Adrian's authorial authority as well as the impact his original work had. 'Tales from the Classroom' shows the practical application of sound research into happiness and wellbeing and the chapter on 'Neuroplasticity will be essential reading as schools develop their understanding of the mechanics of the maturing brain. A publication be well-thumbed and bookmarked! * Andrew Cowley, author of The Wellbeing Toolkit and The Wellbeing Curriculum *I thought I knew a lot about wellbeing in the classroom until I read this book, I learnt so many useful strategies that I can use not just in school, but for me as a person and a professional. I loved that the practical suggestions were backed up with research and evidence, I really think everyone working with children should read it - I'll be ordering all of our staff a copy! It's a 10/10 again for the wellbeing in schools guru! * Dave McPartlin, Headteacher Flakefleet Primary School @Dave_McPartlin *Wellbeing is more important and relevant than ever; Adrian’s book brings this to the forefront of discussion whilst giving so many fun ideas you can incorporate into your classroom and practice. * Emily Weston, Year 5 and 6 Teacher @primaryteachew *Wellbeing in the Primary Classroom is an essential guide for schools dedicated to nurturing the wellbeing of their students. I urge all headteachers and school leaders to explore this book, as its wisdom can revolutionise our approach to education, making our primary classrooms havens of happiness and positivity. * Headteacher Chat *Wellbeing in the Primary Classroom is an essential guide for schools. I urge all headteachers and school leaders to explore this book, as its wisdom can revolutionise our approach to education. * Headteachers Chat *
£18.00
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC 50 Fantastic Ideas for Tuff Trays
Book Synopsis_______________The 50 Fantastic Ideas series is packed full of fun, original, skills-based activities for Early Years practitioners to use with children aged 0-5. Each activity features step-by-step guidance, a list of resources, and a detailed explanation of the skills children will learn. Creative, simple, and highly effective, this series is a must-have for every Early Years setting.The tuff tray is a staple resource that is often abandoned or underused in early years settings. However, when used effectively, a tuff tray can enhance a child''s learning through its versatile usage, such as messy play or as enhancements to support themes and ideas that are being explored. A simple tuff tray provocation can offer many learning opportunities to help a child progress and develop, as its sensory play approach promotes open-ended investigations and problem solving. 50 Fantastic Ideas for Tuff Trays is packed full of exciting activities
£11.69
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Outside the Box 911
Book SynopsisThis photocopiable book is full of innovative, user friendly, exciting and unusual activities that promote creative thinking and problem solving skills in upper KS2.Trade Review'Packed with creative and refreshingly original ideas for teachers, which can be used in all sorts of ways. Children cannot fail to be motivated and inspired by such innovative ideas.' Paul Stanley, Headteacher, George White Middle School, Norwich Eastern Daily Press (June 2007) 'full of innovative, user friendly, exciting and unusual activities that promote creative thinking and problem solving skills' School Leadership Today
£17.99
HarperCollins Publishers Activities for B1 Preliminary for Schools
Book SynopsisBoost your confidence with helpful advice and practice for the Cambridge B1 Preliminary for Schools qualification.With fun activities to build students' skills and vocabulary, Practice for B1 Preliminary for Schools (PET for Schools), gives students the confidence to succeed. It contains: 20 units featuring topics and vocabulary taken from the official 2020 Cambridge Vocabulary List. The exercises cover: Vocabulary, Spelling, Grammar and the 4 skills: Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. 500 words from the official 2020 Cambridge Vocabulary List. Updated for the new exam. Answer key, audio scripts and word lists included at the back of the book. Accompanying audio, provided free online, supports the Listening and Speaking exercises. This also helps students' pronunciation Tips boxes offer advice on how to do well in the exam. Sample Writing and Speaking answers included in the answer key.
£7.99
Hawthorn Press Teaching Waldorf Mathematics in Grades 1-8:
Book SynopsisRon Jarman believes there is a maths genius in every child and adult. Educators can use this comprehensive resource to teach math with imagination, laying the foundations for life. This resource helps educators develop confidence. It has been time tested for over 100 years by Waldorf teachers. Drawing number work from everyday life stimulates children's interest. Ron shows how children can easily grasp math principles, so that educators are relieved of endless worksheets. Uniquely, Ron draws on Pythagoras, the ancient Greeks and Rudolf Steiner for re-imagining the vital importance of mathematical learning for human growth.Chapters include an overview of the Waldorf Math Curriculum, math and personal development, math and education and what engages children at different stages of development. Chapters then cover the math learning journey from Grades 1-8, with tips, worked examples, exercises, questions and diagrams.
£21.24
HarperCollins Publishers Activities for A2 Key for Schools
Book SynopsisBoost your confidence with helpful advice and practice for the Cambridge English A2 Key for Schools qualification.With fun activities to build students' skills and vocabulary, Practice for A2 Key for Schools (KET for Schools), gives students the confidence to succeed. It contains: 20 units featuring topics and vocabulary taken from the official 2020 Cambridge Vocabulary List. The exercises cover: Vocabulary, Spelling, Grammar and the 4 skills: Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. 500 words from the official 2020 Cambridge Vocabulary List. Updated for the new exam. Answer key, audio scripts and word lists included at the back of the book. Accompanying audio, provided free online, supports the Listening and Speaking exercises. This also helps students' pronunciation Tips boxes offer advice on how to do well in the exam. Sample Writing and Speaking answers included in the answer key.
£7.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Maths Like a Ninja: An essential maths toolkit
Book Synopsis_______________ 'Another brilliant book that's jam-packed with top-class tips you won't want to miss.' - MC Grammar, teacher and parent ‘Here is basically ‘the bible’ for parents (like me!) with kids in junior school – it’s everything a parent needs to know and understand in the curriculum from fractions basics to calculating the volume of a cuboid and everything in between…’ – Sara Davies MBE, Founder of Crafter's Companion and Dragon on BBC Dragons’ Den _______________ When your child comes home with the dreaded maths homework and you don’t know your BIDMAS from your BODMAS, then Maths Like a Ninja is the book for you. It’s jam-packed full of all the key concepts children need to know, all the mathematical terminology they’ll ever come across in primary school and tons of easy-to-follow visual examples on every area of maths featured in the Key Stage 2 curriculum. Whether a child is stuck on a fractions question or struggling to remember what composite numbers are, they’ll find the answer in this handy all-in-one reference guide. It supports teachers in planning and delivering lessons and shows parents how help their kids at home. Written by a practising teacher and creator of the successful Vocabulary Ninja brand, this book is worth its weight in gold. It empowers children to become independent (in school and at home) by providing them with all the information they need in one place. Neat, affordable and child-friendly, Maths Like a Ninja is game changing. Perfect for Key Stage 2 children, aged 7 and up. Maths Like a Ninja was a finalist in the Maths category at the Teach Primary Awards 2023.Trade ReviewI think every classroom and every home needs copies of this book! As a year 6 teacher, it can be impossible to fit everything in as well as revise old topics, so this is going to be the perfect tool to help my kids become more independent. And it's the perfect for supporting parents with their children’s maths! From basic skills to more complex, there’s something for everyone. -- Stephanie Elliott * Year 6 Teacher, @eenalol *Maths Like a Ninja is a hugely valuable resource, either in school or at home! It will encourage children to work independently by having a helpful how-to guide to refer to if they get stuck. Just like Write Like a Ninja, this amazing maths book has step-by-step guides on how to become confident in every area of maths. Perfect for the classroom, or even parents working at home with their children! -- Sarah Farrell * Maths Lead, @SarahFarrellKS2 *Here is basically ‘the bible’ for parents (like me!) with kids in junior school - it’s everything a parent needs to know and understand in the curriculum from fractions basics to calculating the volume of a cuboid and everything in between to help and support on a Sunday night when you get the dreaded homework book out! So if (like me) your algebra needed a bit of a brush up, or you can’t remember the difference between a superlative and a conjunction - then trust me you need to get these books! You can pick them up on Amazon - they’re only a couple of quid each - and take it from someone who has experienced it first hand - they are GAME CHANGING! -- Sara Davies, Founder of Crafter's Companion and Dragon on BBC Dragons’ Den * Instagram *This book has so many uses. It empowers children to have independence and take ownership of their own learning (in school and at home) by providing them with all the information they need in one place. It is a great guide for parents to understand what their children are learning in maths to be able to help with their learning at home. What a fantastic, affordable resource for schools and parents alike! -- Jane Clapp * Year 5 teacher *For children (and parents!) who struggle to remember the methods of calculation taught in school, this book is a very handy reminder. A great aide-memoire for the KS2 syllabus, Maths Like A Ninja will support children with homework and the revision of key concepts. -- Kate McCallam * Educational consultant and writer *Another invaluable resource from the Ninja, with everything you need for every Maths topic in one place! It's the PERFECT succinct resource which I'll be using in class and to support home learning. There are pages which can be sent home to allow parents to understand methods used in class with step-by-step, simple and clear explanations. -- Maaria Khan * Teacher and Deputy Head, @MissKhan__ *The Ninja’s back with another brilliant book that’s jam-packed with top-class tips you won’t want to miss. Is there anything he can’t do?! Oh, and it’s great for parents and guardians too. Thank you, dude! -- Jacob Mitchell aka MC Grammar, award-winning teacher and parentA useful book for KS2 children who need reminding of the maths they need for SATs and beyond, and for teachers and parents too. * The School Librarian *
£6.88
HarperCollins Publishers Hodge P International Primary Maths Workbook
Book SynopsisCollins International Primary Maths supports best practice in primary maths teaching, whilst encouraging teacher professionalism and autonomy. A wealth of supporting digital assets are provided for every lesson, including slideshows, tools and games to ensure they are rich, lively and engaging.
£12.53
HarperCollins Publishers Explore English Students Resource Book Stage 5
Book SynopsisCollins Explore English is a 6-level course which provides full coverage of the Cambridge Primary English as a Second Language curriculum framework (0057) from 2020. With a magazine-style Student's Resource Book, comprehensive Student's Coursebook, and supportive Teacher's Guide, it offers clear progression within and across levels.Written with a range of international contexts in mind, this innovative course has been designed to encourage maximum enjoyment and engagement by young learners, providing them with a fun and colourful Resource Book packed full of texts and illustrations to stimulate language learning. The corresponding Student's Coursebook contains the activities relating to this input material. The Student's Resource Book and Student's Coursebook are used together to provide the full learning package for the student.The Student's Resource Books are visually appealing, with a magazine look and feel, and include a range of carefully selected fiction and non-fiction reading t
£11.32
HarperCollins Publishers Murder on the Orient Express
Book SynopsisCollins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners.Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. NowCollins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These readers have been carefully adapted using the Collins COBUILD grading scheme to ensure that the language is at the correct level for an intermediate learner. This book is Level 3 in the Collins ELT Readers series. Level 3 is equivalent to CEF level B1 with a word count of 11,000 20,000 words.Each book includes: Full reading of the adapted version available for free online Helpful notes on characters Cultural and historical notes relevant to the plot A glossary of the more difficult words Free online resources for students and teachers atwww.collinselt.com/readersThe plot:Poirot is on his way home to London on the famous Simplon Orient Express when a murder is committed. It is clear that no one entered or left the train, which means one
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Jane Eyre
Book Synopsis`Do you think, because I am poor, obscure, plain and little, I am soulless and heartless? You think wrong! - I have as much soul as you, - and full as much heart!'Trade Review“The new Collins Classroom Classic editions are perfect for schools – clear text, bright covers, a good size for pockets and bags, and a great price that makes buying new class or cohort sets very attractive in these budget-conscious times.” de Stafford School
£6.02
HarperCollins Publishers Explore English Students Coursebook Stage 4
Book SynopsisCollins Explore English is a 6-level course which provides full coverage of the Cambridge Primary English as a Second Language curriculum framework (0057) from 2020. With a magazine-style Student’s Resource Book, comprehensive Student’s Coursebook, and supportive Teacher’s Guide, it offers clear progression within and across levels.
£12.23
HarperCollins Publishers Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science Teacher Guide
Book SynopsisFull teacher support to accompany our Student's Book for the revised Cambridge IGCSETM Combined Science syllabus (0653). The Teacher's Guide includes lesson plans, worksheets, practical instructions, technician's notes and more to enable you to deliver a successful and effective course.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFor examination from 2025Full coverage of the Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science syllabus (0653) for examination from 2025 in one bookEffective lesson plan ideas split into flexible learning episodesBe prepared for every lesson with lists of resources, clear objectives and outcomes, and notes on common misconceptionsA full range of worksheets to support learningClear instructions for students and techniciansOverviews of each topics and links to other topics highlighted to assist with medium- and long-term planningDetailed scheme of work matching lessons to learning outcomesThis resource has not been through the Cambridge Assessment International Educa
£142.50
Hawthorn Press Creative Form Drawing: Workbook 3
Book SynopsisAnyone wanting to develop their drawing skills, as well as artists, teachers and students, will enjoy the creative challenge of form drawing. Regular practise can help discover what the art of line can mean. Drawing skills are developed through systematic exercises, and can develop self-confidence, balance and tranquillity. Simple form drawing is used in Steiner?Waldorf schools as a companion discipline to handwriting and drawing skills. It offers a healthy antidote to screen culture.
£15.29
Scholastic National Curriculum Maths Practice Book for Year
Book SynopsisThis book provides your child with a whole year of ready to go activitiesand support on key Mathematics topics which will be beingtaught in school from 2014. *Workbooks for home learning or classroompractice *Linked website with additional activities, answersand support for parents. *Developed by teachers.
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Explore English Students Resource Book Stage 4
Book SynopsisCollins Explore English is a 6-level course which provides full coverage of the Cambridge Primary English as a Second Language curriculum framework (0057) from 2020. With a magazine-style Student's Resource Book, comprehensive Student's Coursebook, and supportive Teacher's Guide, it offers clear progression within and across levels.Written with a range of international contexts in mind, this innovative course has been designed to encourage maximum enjoyment and engagement by young learners, providing them with a fun and colourful Resource Book packed full of texts and illustrations to stimulate language learning. The corresponding Student's Coursebook contains the activities relating to this input material. The Student's Resource Book and Student's Coursebook are used together to provide the full learning package for the student.The Student's Resource Books are visually appealing, with a magazine look and feel, and include a range of carefully selected fiction and non-fiction reading texts covering interesting topics for the age group. Designed to provide the stimulus materials for the course, they therefore don't include any write-in activities, and instruction rubrics are kept short and simple allowing more space on the page for the visuals and text. The write-in exercises are all contained in the accompanying Student's Coursebook, which leaves the Resource Books with a clean and engaging look.The course takes an integrated skills approach to developing language skills with an emphasis on practical communication. It is designed with interactive learning at its heart and has been created to offer flexibility where this is beneficial while following a consistent approach so the course is easy to deliver. It is fully supported by a comprehensive Teacher's Guide with detailed lesson plans that provide step-by-step guidance.Audio files are available as a free download.This series is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the new curriculum framework 0057 from 2020..
£11.59
Hawthorn Press Colour Dynamics Workbook: Step by Step Guide to
Book SynopsisAngela Lord invites readers to develop their own colour insights with materials and techniques, exploring colours, painting rainbows, colour clashes, complementary colours, after-images, painting the colour circle and complementary colours, enhancing colours, a new colour circle, the interplay of light and dark, sunrise and sunset, colour dynamics and composition, an overview of colour through history, watercolour painting and the Steiner Waldorf curriculum, resources, glossary and references.
£21.25
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Outside the box 79 Inspirational Ideas
Book SynopsisThis photocopiable book is full of innovative, user friendly, exciting and unusual activities that promote creative thinking and problem solving skills for 7-9 year olds.Trade Review'Packed with creative and refreshingly original ideas for teachers, which can be used in all sorts of ways. Children cannot fail to be motivated and inspired by such innovative ideas.' Paul Stanley, Headteacher, George White Middle School, Norwich Eastern Daily Press (June 2007) ' Full of innovative, user friendly, exciting and unusual activities that promote creative thinking and problem solving' School Leadership Today (May 2009)
£18.99
HarperCollins Publishers Speaking
Book SynopsisDo you want to sound more like a native speaker of English?You need the key phrases and the conversational tools native speakers use to get their message across.Collins Speaking will help you become a confident and fluent speaker of English by choosing the right words, pronunciation and tone. Learn how to start up conversations, keep conversations going and deal with difficult situations.Includes practice on:starting conversationsinterruptingmaking suggestionsgiving and receiving complimentsasking for and giving opinionssaying no politelyCollins Speaking is part of the new English for Life series and uses authentic material from the Collins Corpus, the world's largest database of the English language. It is suitable for self-study and classroom use, and can help towards Cambridge FCE preparation. Suitable for Intermediate learners of English (CEF level B1+).Trade ReviewAbout the Collins English for Life series:‘… superb, attractively packaged series (…) excellent support for candidates preparing for the Cambridge FCE and higher (…) work on the topics, skills and current needs of the language learner (…) may be used in various ways: either by learners alone, by teachers, or by teacher trainers on language development courses.’ About English for Life: Speaking:‘…gets to the core of what is required to communicate appropriately (…) Particularly useful are the cultural notes and related tasks’. Wayne Trotman, EL Gazette, August 2012
£12.59
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC 50 Fantastic Ideas for Tuff Tray Mathematics
Book Synopsis_______________The 50 Fantastic Ideas series is packed full of fun, original, skills-based activities for Early Years practitioners to use with children aged 0-5. Each activity features step-by-step guidance, a list of resources, and a detailed explanation of the skills children will learn. Creative, simple, and highly effective, this series is a must-have for every Early Years setting._______________The tuff tray is a staple resource in Early Years settings that supports many different styles of learning and play, and offers lots of opportunities to introduce early mathematics. 50 Fantastic Ideas for Tuff Tray Mathematics is filled with fun, creative and inspiring ideas for exploring mathematical concepts using tuff trays, including size, shape, capacity, quantity, distance, volume and numbers. From exploring time with ice cubes to cutting shapes out of tortilla wraps, Sally Wright presents opportunities for mathematical
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HarperCollins Publishers They Came to Baghdad Level 5 B2 Collins Agatha
Book SynopsisCollins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners.Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. Now Collins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These carefully adapted versions are shorter with the language targeted at upper-intermediate learners (CEF level B2).Each reader includes:Audio with a reading of the adapted storyHelpful notes on charactersCultural and historical notes relevant to the plotA glossary of the more difficult wordsVictoria Jones is a young English woman who is looking for love. She follows her new love interest to Baghdad, but she has no idea what adventure is waiting for her there.A very important international meeting is planned in Baghdad, but a secret organisation wants to sabotage it. Meanwhile, when a man dies in Victoria's hotel room, he whispers three words to her: Lucifer Basrah Lefarge ' What do these words mean? And what does it have to do with theTrade Review‘As a teacher using the Amazing People ELT Readers in an Extensive Reading Project, I’m as happy as my students are: motivating topics/real people, interesting facts and a great alternative to Graded Reader fiction. Having said that, the same class is also reading books from the Agatha Christie series, and enjoying them very much. Their Reading Diaries are full of questions, speculation about who-dunnit and comments about “unputdownability”. The buzz in the classroom when we’re swopping books is tangible.’Hania Bociek, Zürich, Switzerland
£7.59
John Wiley & Sons Inc Teaching Introductory Physics
Book SynopsisThis text is a guide for high school teachers, college faculty, and graduate teaching assistants involved in introductory physics teaching. Teaching Physics is a combination of the previous Guide to Introductory Physics Teaching, and Homework and Test Questions for Introductory Physics Teaching. Both works have been edited to incorporate suggestions and feedback received after the first publication. Added to this combination is a monograph intended to illustrate how certain misleading aspects, widely prevalent in existing text presentations, can be rectified in introductory teaching of the energy concepts. This is intended as a guide and resource for active teachers at college and high school level.Table of ContentsPartial table of contents: Underpinnings. Rectilinear Kinematics. Elementary Dynamics. Motion in Two Dimensions. Momentum and Energy. Static Electricity. Current Electricity. Electromagnetism. Waves and Light. Early Modern Physics. Miscellaneous Topics. Achieving Wider Scientific Literacy. Critical Thinking. Bibliography. Index.
£148.45
HarperCollins Publishers Vocabulary Grammar and Punctuation Year 3 Pupil
Book SynopsisTreasure House: Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation Pupil Books are aimed at ages 5-11, offering complete coverage of the demanding 2014 National Curriculum, and ideal practice of the skills in the Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling test.This Treasure House pupil book: is matched directly to the 2014 National Curriculum explains each concept clearly and simply, followed by a set of carefully tailored questions ensures pupils will master all appropriate language skills.This pupil book can be used with Treasure House Teacher's Guide 3, Anthology 3 and activities on Collins Connect for an integrated approach to teaching English.
£12.07
HarperCollins Publishers IELTS Grammar IELTS 56 B1
Book SynopsisImprove your grammar with Collins Grammar for IELTS and get the score you need.IELTS is the world's leading test of English for higher education and migration and is recognised by 6000 institutions in over 135 countries. Collins Grammar for IELTS is a self-study book for learners of English who plan to take the Academic module of the IELTS test. This book is an ideal tool for learners studying at CEF level B1 or above or with a band score 55.5 who are aiming for a band score of 6 or higher.Twenty 4-page units present key areas of grammar with practice exercises similar to the ones in the IELTS test.Practical exam strategies and tips help you improve your IELTS score.Practice exam sections at the end of each unit allow you to familiarise yourself with the test questions.Free downloadable audio contains texts for Listening practice as well as model answers showing you how to use certain grammatical structures in the IELTS Speaking test.Also available in the Collins English for Exams' ser
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Taylor & Francis Prepared Classroom
Book SynopsisWhether you're a new teacher or a seasoned pro, Prepared Classroom: Ready to Teach, Ready to Learn is your ultimate guide to starting the school year with confidence and maintaining a productive, engaged classroom all year long.Section 1 focuses on you, the teacher. It provides practical strategies to maximize student engagement, create a positive classroom environment, and establish smooth, effective routines. Section 2 is all about the students, with 52 actionable lessons that communicate expectations and help students thrive in their learning space.This book isn't just for the start of the yearâit's a resource you'll turn to again and again throughout the year. Filled with evidence-based practices for instruction, relationships, and classroom management, Prepared Classroom ensures you have a solid plan to keep students ready and excited to learn.Itâs time to wave goodbye to feeling overwhelmed and say hello to a classroom where both you and yo
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HarperCollins Publishers Practice Tests for B1 Preliminary for Schools PET
Book SynopsisAll the practice you need for a top score in the Cambridge English B1 Preliminary for Schools qualification.With the realistic test papers and helpful advice in Collins Practice Tests for B1 Preliminary for Schools (PET for Schools), you will feel confident and fully prepared for what to expect on the day of the test. It contains:8 complete practice tests, fully updated for the revised 2020 exam specificationAnswer keys and model answersAdditional practice by topic more sample questions to help you prepare for the Speaking paperDownloadable audio and audio scripts for the Listening and Speaking papersVisual materials for the Speaking paper, plus model answersA mini-dictionary of difficult words from the tests, taken from our COBUILD dictionariesWith Collins Practice Tests for B1 Preliminary for Schools, students will know what to expect from the real test:Material and layout has been carefully prepared to replicate the real testIntroduction contains a full guide to the different secti
£19.79
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Lets do Multiplication and Division 89
Book SynopsisFrom trusted primary education expert Andrew Brodie, the Let's Do series is the ideal home learning resource for children. Expertly designed to meet all the demands of the National Curriculum, the workbooks provide all the practice children need to build their confidence and boost their ability.This new series provides all the practice a child needs to build confidence in multiplication and division. More than 400 questions offer great revision of essential multiplication tables facts and guide every child through the processes of short and long multiplication and short and long division.
£5.62
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Bloomsbury Curriculum Basics Teaching Primary
Book SynopsisThe Bloomsbury Curriculum Basics series provides non-specialist primary school teachers with subject knowledge and full teaching programmes in a variety of key primary curriculum subjects._______________Teaching Primary French offers a jam-packed, practical and easy-to-apply programme to plan and deliver effective primary lessons that will inspire your class and extend their knowledge. Linked to the National Curriculum guidelines for KS1 and KS2, each chapter addresses a specific topic and includes extracts from the curriculum itself, alongside a helpful summary, relevant French vocabulary lists, cross-curricular links, and three fully-formed lesson plans. If you are a primary practitioner, a language tutor, or a subject co-ordinator who wants to plan and deliver an engaging programme in your classroom, an after-school club, or across your whole school, this book is for you!Trade ReviewI'm very pleased with the Bloomsbury Curriculum Basics range and would highly recommend them to home school parents and new teachers too. There's a wealth of knowledge to be gained from them as well as lesson plans to guide you through each lesson ensuring you meet the criteria. In my mind, they are a great investment as they'll see you through all 6 years of Primary education. -- Nazira, lovehijabgirl.blogspot.co.ukA detailed collection of lesson plans aimed at KS2 teachers with everything you need to confidently teach French. Lessons build up from a starting point of exploring languages and cover a wide range of topics including food and drink, hobbies and weather. Subject knowledge and grammatical concepts are also explored, with clear links to the National Curriculum and progression throughout KS2. A handy summary box at the start of each sequence of lessons ensures you are well equipped with the necessary language skills to successfully teach the children all they need to know. Useful cross-curricular links are also provided. -- The Teacher Magazine, NUT
£17.09
HarperCollins Publishers Workbook 3
Book SynopsisReinforce the grammar and language points covered in Pupil Book 3 with plenty of practice for everyone. Ensure the top end is stretched with the more challenging tasks included.Focus solely on grammar and language, crucial aspects of the new secondary curriculumEasy to use and personalise with the write-in formatSlot easily into teaching plans with content that exactly matches Pupil Book topicsSet for homework, with grammar summary boxes to support independent studyBoost engagement with the attractive full-colour designAssess progress with the Mission accomplie? feature
£8.60
HarperCollins Publishers Vocabulary
Book SynopsisHundreds of words to learn and rememberCollins Work on your Vocabulary Advanced (C1) is a new practice book that covers the key vocabulary needed by learners of English at Advanced level (CEF level C1).This book is an essential resource for learners who want to improve their English vocabulary. Each of the 30 units presents vocabulary relating to a particular topic using clear language and examples. This is followed by practice exercises to ensure the learner will remember and be able to use what they have learnt with confidence in their written and spoken English.The vocabulary covered in Collins Work on your Vocabulary Advanced (C1) has been carefully selected based on Collins Corpus research and the experience of our language experts. As a result, this book provides plenty of useful practice with authentic, up-to-date examples of language usage in context. A carefully structured layout makes sure the language is always clear and the book is easy to navigate. Collins Work on your VTrade Review.
£9.49
Burnet Media A huddle of hippos: and other cool collective
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Lets Talk About When Someone Dies
Book SynopsisFrom Molly Potter, best-selling author of How Are You Feeling Today? and What''s Worrying You?, comes a picture book for starting conversations with children about death, bereavement and what happens next.When someone dies, we can feel a whole host of different emotions and explaining them to a child isn''t so easy. This book uses clear, easy-to-understand language to answer complex questions about death and how a child might feel when someone dies. It covers all manner of tricky subjects with sensitivity and honesty, from what death is to why people die.Each double page spread takes a child through how they might feel, what they might think and how they might behave. With engaging illustrations, gentle guidance and simple advice for parents and carers, Let''s Talk About When Someone Dies fulfils an important but difficult need for starting conversations with children about death and bereavement, in an accessible and supportive way.Let's Talk books heTrade ReviewThis is a book that children will be able to read and understand themselves but will also be perfect for parents and children to read together – a great way to spark discussion about a difficult topic and allow children to ask questions whilst giving parents well constructed answers at a time when they may be struggling themselves. -- K and O: Bonkers About BooksWith easy-to-understand language used to answer complex questions, it covers all manner of tricky subjects with sensitivity and honesty. It acknowledges the way children may feel and the possible impact on the child's behaviour. A supportive book for a tricky subject. -- Parents in Touch
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Collins Work on Your Phrasal Verbs
Book SynopsisA workbook that introduces the most frequently used phrasal verbs in English and shows you how to use them effectively.Collins Work on your Phrasal Verbs is a new practice book for learners who want to increase the number of phrasal verbs they know and be confident in using them. Each unit presents students with a selection of phrasal verbs and clear examples of when and how to use them. This is followed by practice exercises to ensure the learner will be able to remember and use what they have learnt in their written and spoken English.Collins Work on your Phrasal Verbs features the 400 most commonly used phrasal verbs, which have been carefully selected based on Collins Corpus research. It provides plenty of useful practice with authentic, up-to-date examples of usage in context, and is ideal for use alongside a phrasal verbs dictionary such as the Collins COBUILD Phrasal Verbs Dictionary.Focuses on the 400 most commonly used phrasal verbsTwenty five 4-page units with clear presentatTrade Review“I like the topics and therefore decided to try some of these out on my learners. Sometimes they found the meaning part to be a little hard to understand. But after putting that together with the examples, they were confident that they did understand it. After going through all of the phrasal verbs on the double page and having them come up with their own examples we went on to the exercises. There is a variety of types of tasks to do and my learners found them to be challenging in a motivating way and fun. In the end, they were happy with the exercises and felt they had a better command of the phrasal verbs we had talked about.”Tanya Weindler, ELTAU newsletter, March 2016
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers KS2 Science Practice Workbook Ideal for use at
Book SynopsisLevel: KS2Subject: ScienceCovering everything children need to know for KS2 Science assessments When it comes to getting the best results, practice really does make perfect! Matched to the National Curriculum, this Collins KS2 Science Practice Workbook contains practice questions for every topic.Based on research that proves repeated practice is more effective than repeated study, this book works to improve performance in Science and develop skills in working scientifically. Questions for each topic are organised into three levels of increasing difficulty while progress tests throughout check children's understanding along the way. Children can record their own results too, supporting awareness and boosting confidence. A handy pull-out answer section is also included. For extra KS2 Science practice, try our Study book (9780008339333).
£7.48
HarperCollins Publishers The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
Book SynopsisExam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas; SQALevel & Subject: GCSE English Literature; Nationals and HighersFirst teaching: September 2015Next exam: June 2025This edition of The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde is perfect for GCSE-level students: it comes complete with the novel, plus an introduction providing context, and a glossary explaining key terms. He put the glass to his lips, and drank at one gulp. A cry followed; he reeled, staggered, clutched at the table and held on, staring with injected eyes, gasping with open mouth; and as I looked there came, I thought, a change'A series of brutal incidents a murder, the trampling of a child leads lawyer Mr Utterson to try to find out more about the repulsive perpetrator Mr Hyde. More importantly, he begins to question how Hyde is connected to Utterson's old friend, the respectable Dr Jekyll.Robert Louis Stevenson's 1886 novel, with its concern with doubles and the dual nature of man', takes the reader into the darker regions of latTrade Review“The new Collins Classroom Classic editions are perfect for schools – clear text, bright covers, a good size for pockets and bags, and a great price that makes buying new class or cohort sets very attractive in these budget-conscious times.” de Stafford School
£6.02
HarperCollins Publishers TOEIC Listening and Reading Skills TOEIC 750 B1
Book SynopsisCollins Skills for the TOEIC Test: Listening and Reading is a unique skills-based exam preparation course. It has been fully updated to reflect the new TOEIC Test specifications.TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication') is a test of English proficiency for people in the workplace seeking to work in an international environment or looking for promotion within their organisation.The TOEIC test questions simulate real-life situations relevant to the global workplace. Score reports for candidates provide accurate, meaningful feedback about a test taker's strengths and weaknesses.Collins Skills for TOEIC is a two book series (1 Listening/Reading; 2 Speaking/Writing) and focuses on helping learners handle the integrated skill aspect of the TOEIC test, where they are required to produce responses based on mixed input. Each book in the series therefore will contain all four skills but in different weightings.Summary of contents:Quick Guide: question overviews give learners an ea
£17.99
Letterland International Early Years Handbook
Book SynopsisWith a double-page spread for every letter of the alphabet, this handbook gives guidance on introducing each lower case letter, how to write it correctly, how to pronounce each letter sound and how to explain the corresponding capital letter shape. It shows how to introduce the new Letterland characters in a warm, simple and fun way, full of practical suggestions for follow-up activities and discussion. It also helps with Foundation Stage profiles. Size is A4/8.3"x11.7" for 80 pages.
£26.09
