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Reading Champion: Brunel and the Steamship Stowaway
Independent Reading White 10
Series: Reading Champion
Brief Description
Reading Champion: Brunel and the Steamship Stowaway is part of the Reading Champion series, which is carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills. This series is developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE). Fantastic, original stories...
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Description
Reading Champion: Brunel and the Steamship Stowaway is part of the Reading Champion series, which is carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills. This series is developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE).
Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. It is perfect for children aged 5-7 years or those reading at a book band white level.
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781445189017
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 27 March 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Franklin Watts Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Alejandra Ruiz
- Illustrated by Alejandra Ruiz
Audience: Primary and secondary education, EFL / TEFL / TESOL
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 4.0mm
Width: 148.0mm
Height: 206.0mm
Weight: 68g
Pages: 24
About the Author
Ruth Percival (Author)
Ruth Percival is a highly experienced editor of over ten years and has commissioned and edited award-winning books. She specialises in children's non-fiction and has written several books for young children.Also by Ruth Percival
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