A new revised and illustrated edition of the acclaimed dystopian YA thriller set in a future world where cats are strictly controlled and marketed at huge prices. Originally published by Hodder in the UK and Albert Whitman in the US, the book was selected by the International Literacy Association for its prestigious Young Choices list.
Songs of Innocence and of Experience (1794) is William Blake's best-known work, containing such familiar poems as 'London', 'Sick Rose' and 'The Tyger'. Evolving over the author's lifetime, the collection was printed by Blake himself on his own press. This Reader's Guide: - Explains the unique development of Songs as an illuminated book - Considers the earliest reactions to the text during Blake's lifetime, and his gathering posthumous reputation in the nineteenth century - Explores modern critical approaches and recent debates - Discusses key topics that have been of abiding interest to critics, including the relationship between text and image in Blake's 'composite art' Insightful and stimulating, this introductory guide is an invaluable resource for anyone who is seeking to navigate their way through the mass of criticism surrounding Blake's most widely-studied work.
Los Angeles Clippers superstar Blake Griffin is a mighty force with a basketball in his hands. No one in the National Basketball Association (NBA) dunks the ball more often or with as much power. His older brother Taylor drew most of the attention on the court growing up. But by the time the two starred together at the University of Oklahoma, it was clear that Blake was something special. Learn more about the big man and his thunderous dunks.
Jams lives with his mum, dad and his best friend and biggest headache, Thimble the monkey. (Don't tell anyone what Thimble did with the superglue...) When Mum organises a house-swap holiday in France, what can possibly go wrong. Then Thimble, Jams and Dad find a speedboat, a drill and a makeshift burglar outfit ... but somehow Thimble always saves the day.
Aiming to develop the confidence and reading ability of struggling readers aged 11-14, the "Impact" series encompasses a wide range of genres and writing styles. This play is in Set D.
High Impact offers high-interest books for the full secondary age range to motivate reluctant readers. Grouped into four language levels (reading ages A 6-7, B 7-8, C 8-9 and D 9-10), they gradually develop students' literacy skills and confidence.
Fish and his friends go on a ghost hunt. Then their tents disappear... This play is part of Set B of the "High Impact" series of plays designed to motivate reluctant readers. Aimed at all secondary school students, the plays are written for four to six parts.
Mum goes away on a spa week, leaving Dad to look after their son Jams, and pet monkey Thimble. But after Mum gives Thimble the shopping money everything goes bananas! Can Jams save the day when Dad decides to sell his soul to repay their debts? Third in the laugh-out-loud Thimble series.
Songs of Innocence and of Experience (1794) is William Blake's best-known work, containing such familiar poems as 'London', 'Sick Rose' and 'The Tyger'. Evolving over the author's lifetime, the collection was printed by Blake himself on his own press. This Reader's Guide: - Explains the unique development of Songs as an illuminated book - Considers the earliest reactions to the text during Blake's lifetime, and his gathering posthumous reputation in the nineteenth century - Explores modern critical approaches and recent debates - Discusses key topics that have been of abiding interest to critics, including the relationship between text and image in Blake's 'composite art' Insightful and stimulating, this introductory guide is an invaluable resource for anyone who is seeking to navigate their way through the mass of criticism surrounding Blake's most widely-studied work.
All is peace and harmony in the House of Fun, with the grown-ups sucked up into the Spoonheads' space zoo. When Stinky finds a mysterious seed in the Attic of Horrors, Icky can't resist planting it. Then, events are unstoppable: Bryan turns into a girl, a helicopter arrives on the roof, and a toilet is in dire need of emptying.
These are the first titles in the OLW variety fiction strand for Key Stage 2. The OLW is the new scheme designed to work with the NLS (National Literacy Strategy). Year 3: The Clowns Next Door by Susan Gates - a story about clowns who would prefer not to be clowns Dad's Story by Susan Gates - a story about a boy finding out his dad cannot read The Adventures of Robyn Hudd by Paul Shipton - a modern Robin Hood with a female protagonist who takes on the bullies Robin Hood and The Golden Arrow by Malachy Doyle - a retelling of the traditional story The Oakhollow Mystery by Tessa Krailing - a story about moving to a new house and discovering it holds a mystery The Beast of Bobbin Moor by Jon Blake - a girl leads her gang through two adventures
From being the class 'loser', Simon's suddenly the 'King'. Can he cope? The play is part of Set C of the High Impact series for reluctant readers. Designed for four to six parts, the plays are aimed at increasing students' confidence and reading ability at all secondary levels.
A revised and updated second edition of Metric Survey Specifications for English Heritage - the standard specification that English Heritage has successfully used to procure metric survey for the last 9 years.
It's not easy being the daughter of the world's number one stuntman. Little Stupendo would much rather be performing amazing feats on a motorbike or tightrope like her dad than doing boring things like mending his trousers. But for all his daring deeds, Great Stupendo has a secret fear and when his arch rival, Johnny Bravo, discovers it, Little Stupendo has to attempt the greatest stunt of all to save the day
Sprinters are a range of books for children wanting to use their newly-acquired reading skills. They are challenging without being daunting for the just-fluent reader.
Part of the SPARKS series, a tale set in London during the Second World War. Billy suspects his Uncle Sandy might be a spy, and sets out to discover a guilty secret. First published in 1997 and now available in paperback. Illustrated in black and white.
Part of the SPRINTERS series, this book tells the adventures of a daring stuntman and his even more daring daughter. The Stupendos are the most famous stunt duo in the world. Great Stupendo has been signed up to perform in a new blockbuster film, and Little Stupendo is determined to be part of the action.
August 1969: Britain's first great rock festival is about to take place on the Isle of Wight. Anticipation is immense at the promised return to the stage of Bob Dylan. Scott Rayner, 16-year-old grammar school boy and would-be rock star, sets off to make the bootleg tape which will earn him his own place in history. When Scott falls for radical army child Jayne, however, he is overwhelmed by the challenge of her uncompromising communal lifestyle. And when his precious tape recorder is stolen, events quickly conspire to test him to the limit.
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