Full of cross-curricular ideas and activities relating to Abi Elphinstone’s new book Rumblestar Chapter by chapter teaching points and questions to explore and discuss. For KS2+3 Rumblestar is out on Thursday 30th May 2019

Celebrate 10 years of Sue Hendra & Paul Linnet’s classic character - Barry the Fish with Fingers! The party activity pack includes; Activity sheet Tickle maze Bunting template Stick the Fish Finger on Barry party game, with fish finger cut-outs

Includes: Wordsearch Maze Activity Guinea Pig Fact Sheet The Adventures of Harry Stevenson by Harry Stevenson is aimed at early readers.

Colouring Sheet

First she was a unicorn expert, now Sophie Johnson is back in Sophie Johnson Detective Genius! This picture book series is perfect for Nursery & KS1 readers. Activity pack includes: Sophie Johnson Maze Activity Sophie Johnson Colouring Sheet Decorate a Magnifying Glass Activity

Colour in Bernard and his friends at the Bunny Ball. Be More Bernard by Simon Philip & Kate Hindley, for ages 3+

What are the bunnies dreaming about? Be More Bernard is a fabulous picture book all about embracing individuality and being yourself. Be More Bernard by Simon Philip & Kate Hindley, ages 3+

Bernard has decided he’s not going to be like other bunnies any more. While other rabbits dream of carrots, his dreams are a bit more disco… can Bernard convince the world that being yourself is the very best thing a bunny can be? Create a jazzy new outfit for Bernard!

Extracts and notes for Key Stage 3 & 4 teachers based around Scars Like Wings by Erin Stewart. Suitable for: Ages 12+ Includes: Extracts from the text + corresponding discussion questions and activities Themes: Accepting People, Breaking Down Barriers, Friendship, Inner Strength Resources created by Shapes for Schools and Simon & Schuster.

Discover A Pinch of Magic by Michelle Harrison, the best-selling children’s book perfect for Key Stage 2 with this activity pack. Includes: Reading group notes, Russian Doll ginger bread recipe, Which Widdershins sister are you? quiz

Colouring Sheet Squiggle Maze Counting Sheet

Teaching Resource pack for A SPRINKLE OF SORCERY a new book from the bestselling author of A PINCH OF MAGIC. This spellbinding adventure will take your breath away and make you believe in magic. Includes: Extracts from the text + corresponding discussion questions and activities Themes: Magic; Pirates; Myths and Legends; the Temptation of Treasure Subjects: Literacy, Art, Design and Technology, Geography, Creative Writing, RSHE, Citizenship Content: EXTRACT 1: Magic (taken from Chapter Eight – Rusty Swindles) Objectives: Explore different examples of magic in the story; write and perform a song to ward away whispering wisps. Subjects: Literacy: Creative Writing, Drama EXTRACT 2: Pirates (taken from Chapter Sixteen – Dead or Alive ) Objectives: Consider how the writer uses language to describe the pirates; design a pirate map leading you to the treasure. Subjects: Literacy, Art, Design and Technology, Geography EXTRACT 3: Myths and Legends (taken from Chapter Twenty-Two – The Raven) Objectives: Discuss the power of myths and legends; plan and create your own legend and share it with the class. Subjects: Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing to Describe, RSHE, Citizenship, History EXTRACT 4: The Temptation of Treasure (taken from Chapter Twenty-Eight – Treasure) Objectives: Reflect on the allure of ‘treasure’ and how we all desire different things; sketch and discuss the riches of your own treasure chest. Subjects: Literacy, Art, Design and Technology, RSHE, Citizenship

Includes word search, colouring pages, maze, dot-to-dot, spot the difference.

Learning notes for ages 14+ based on The Black Kids by Christina Hammonds Reed. Vividly immersive, The Black Kids shines a light on girlhood, on blackness, and on class - and the place where all three intersect. Its compassionate depiction of the experience of double consciousness will resonate with young people and adults alike, and readers navigating their own journeys of race and identity will find this book a lifeline. **Themes: **Black History, Black Lives Matter, Racial Inequality, Anti-Racism Activism **Featuring: **Extracts, Language Activities, Reflections on Society and History

A chapter by chapter resource pack full of activities including comprehension questions, writing activities and cross curricular opportunities based on Greta’s Story, the bestselling biography of Greta Thunberg’s life. THE STORY OF GRETA THUNBERG THE SCHOOLGIRL WHO INSPIRED A WORLDWIDE CLIMATE CHANGE MOVEMENT. It’s August 2018 in Stockholm and it feels incredibly hot in the city. The news reports rising temperatures, and there have been numerous fires throughout Sweden. Fifteen-year-old Greta Thunberg decides she can’t wait any longer: politicians have to do something to save the environment. Instead of returning to school, Greta goes on strike in front of Sweden’s parliament building. Greta’s protest began the School Strike 4 Climate movement, which millions have now joined around the world. Greta has spoken at COP24, the UN summit on climate change, and has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. This is her story, but also that of many other girls and boys around the world willing to fight against the indifference of the powerful for a better future. Greta’s Story is one of hope, courage and determination. No one is too young to make a difference.

Learn how to draw a horse with Ed Eaves. a step by step guide from the illustrator of How to Drive a Roman Chariot.

A letter writing exercise that encourages children to think about the lives of young Romans in Britain. Suitable for Key Stage 2.

Seven varied activity sheets based on Christian Robinson’s picture book You Matter. Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen, this sensitive and impactful picture book is all about seeing the world from different points of view. The small stuff too small to see. Those who swim with the tide and those who don’t. The first to go and the last. You matter. In this bright and beautiful picture book, many different perspectives around the world are deftly and empathetically explored – from a pair of bird-watchers to the pigeons they’re feeding, from the hugest dinosaur to the tiniest fly. Young readers will be drawn into the luminous illustrations inviting them to engage with the world in a new way and see how everyone is connected and that everyone matters.

A resource pack for Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2 based around Izzy Gizmo and the Invention Convention by Pip Jones & Sara Ogilvie. Includes free extracts from the book, reading questions and suggested activities. Themes include recycling, choosing materials, inventions and genius children! Suitable for ages 5 - 8. Resources created by Shapes for Schools and Simon & Schuster.

RESOURCE PACK FOR KS2 TEACHERS / AGES 7+ Pizazz and Pizazz vs the New Kid by Sophy Henn Activities: SUPERHEROES SUPER POWERS SUPER SCENARIOS SUPER FUNNY COMIC STRIPS! Subject Checklist: Reading Comprehension & Inference Creative Writing Drama Art, Design & Technology PSHE The activities included here are suitable for home learning or in the classroom.