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A Storey Street novel: Demolition Dad (PDF)
by Phil Earle Sara OgilvieCarnegie Medal shortlisted author Phil Earle's first novel for younger readers, DEMOLITION DAD is DANNY THE CHAMPION OF THE WORLD in Spandex - a hilarious, warm-hearted story about family, friends and wrestling, illustrated by Waterstones Children's Book Prize shortlisted artist, Sara Ogilvie, and perfect for fans of David Walliams. This is the story of Jake Biggs and his dad, George. George spends all week knocking down buildings . . . and all weekend knocking down wrestlers. He's the Demolition Man, and Jake couldn't be prouder. But when Jake hears about a pro-wrestling competition in the USA, and persuades his beloved dad to apply, things don't quite turn out the way he expected. . .
Wonder Reader (Rollercoaster) (PDF)
by R. J. PalacioAuggie Pullman is an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face. Born with a terrible abnormality, he has been homeschooled and protected by his loving family from the cruel stares of the outside world. Now he must attend school with other students for the first time - but can he get hisclassmates to see that he's just like them, underneath it all? This warm, funny and wonderfully written story, told in the voices of Auggie, his sister, and his new friends, will move and engage students from the first page to the last. 9780552565974
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 17, TreeTops Chucklers: The Ugh Factor (PDF)
by Julia GoldingBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 17. With 35 hilarious novels, short stories, anthologies and comics, TreeTops Chucklers has something for everyone. Guaranteed to make reading a pleasure!Fantastic award-winning authors, funny stories and amusing artwork to make children laughPerfect for convincing even the most reluctant readers that reading is funGreat way to extend your high achieversA variety of text types, including comics, perfect for engaging reluctant readers
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 17, TreeTops Chucklers: The Adventures of Captain Fearbeard (PDF)
by Ciaran MurtaghBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 17. With 35 hilarious novels, short stories, anthologies and comics, TreeTops Chucklers has something for everyone. Guaranteed to make reading a pleasure!Fantastic award-winning authors, funny stories and amusing artwork to make children laughPerfect for convincing even the most reluctant readers that reading is funGreat way to extend your high achieversA variety of text types, including comics, perfect for engaging reluctant readers
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 18, TreeTops Chucklers: Cool Drool (PDF)
by Maureen HaselhurstBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 18. With 35 hilarious novels, short stories, anthologies and comics, TreeTops Chucklers has something for everyone. Guaranteed to make reading a pleasure!Fantastic award-winning authors, funny stories and amusing artwork to make children laughPerfect for convincing even the most reluctant readers that reading is funGreat way to extend your high achieversA variety of text types, including comics, perfect for engaging reluctant readers
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 18, TreeTops Chucklers: Hysterical Historicals (PDF)
by Jeanne WillisBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 18. With 35 hilarious novels, short stories, anthologies and comics, TreeTops Chucklers has something for everyone. Guaranteed to make reading a pleasure!Fantastic award-winning authors, funny stories and amusing artwork to make children laughPerfect for convincing even the most reluctant readers that reading is funGreat way to extend your high achieversA variety of text types, including comics, perfect for engaging reluctant readers
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 19, TreeTops Chucklers: The Fabulous Fantora Files (PDF)
by Adèle GerasBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 19. With 35 hilarious novels, short stories, anthologies and comics, TreeTops Chucklers has something for everyone. Guaranteed to make reading a pleasure!Fantastic award-winning authors, funny stories and amusing artwork to make children laughPerfect for convincing even the most reluctant readers that reading is funGreat way to extend your high achieversA variety of text types, including comics, perfect for engaging reluctant readers
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 19, TreeTops Chucklers: Bovine Espionage and Other Stories (PDF)
by Catherine BakerBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 19. With 35 hilarious novels, short stories, anthologies and comics, TreeTops Chucklers has something for everyone. Guaranteed to make reading a pleasure!Fantastic award-winning authors, funny stories and amusing artwork to make children laughPerfect for convincing even the most reluctant readers that reading is funGreat way to extend your high achieversA variety of text types, including comics, perfect for engaging reluctant readers
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 20, TreeTops Chucklers: Goldkeeper (2014 edition) (PDF)
by Sally PrueBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 20. With 35 hilarious novels, short stories, anthologies and comics, TreeTops Chucklers has something for everyone. Guaranteed to make reading a pleasure!Fantastic award-winning authors, funny stories and amusing artwork to make children laughPerfect for convincing even the most reluctant readers that reading is funGreat way to extend your high achieversA variety of text types, including comics, perfect for engaging reluctant readers
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 20, TreeTops Chucklers: The Lobster's Birthday and Other Stories (PDF)
by Catherine BakerBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 20. With 35 hilarious novels, short stories, anthologies and comics, TreeTops Chucklers has something for everyone. Guaranteed to make reading a pleasure!Fantastic award-winning authors, funny stories and amusing artwork to make children laughPerfect for convincing even the most reluctant readers that reading is funGreat way to extend your high achieversA variety of text types, including comics, perfect for engaging reluctant readers
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 17, TreeTops Myths and Legends: Tales of the Underworld (2014 edition) (PDF)
by Susan PriceBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 16 and 17. Tales of the Underworld are a collection of stories about loss and longing. An Indian princess uses her wit to rescue her husband from Death, a gifted musician tries to secure his wife's release from the Underworld, a god must be returned to life and animals at the dawn of time puzzle overdeath. Captivating versions of some of the best myths and legends from around the world. TreeTops Myths and Legends are fascinating and action-packed stories that will motivate and inspire readers. These are some of the oldest and most enduring stories in the world, retold by leading contemporarychildren's authors to bring out all of the action, drama, humour and depth of the original stories in a way that makes them as exciting and meaningful today as ever. The stories are beautifully illustrated in a range of styles to bring each tale to life. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at a href="http://www. oxfordowl. co. uk/"www. oxfordowl. co. uk/a. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 17, TreeTops Myths and Legends: Shapeshifters (2014 edition) (PDF)
by Pratima MitchellBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 16 and 17. There have always been tales about people who change their shape to become animals and plants. Shapeshifters is a collection of seven stories from around the world which share the theme of shapeshifting. Captivating versions of some of the best myths and legends from around the world. TreeTops Myths and Legends are fascinating and action-packed stories that will motivate and inspire readers. These are some of the oldest and most enduring stories in the world, retold by leading contemporarychildren's authors to bring out all of the action, drama, humour and depth of the original stories in a way that makes them as exciting and meaningful today as ever. The stories are beautifully illustrated in a range of styles to bring each tale to life. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Alternate ISBN 9780198469742
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 17, TreeTops Myths and Legends: The Legend of Gilgamesh (2014 edition) (PDF)
by Geraldine MccaughreanBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 16 and 17. The Legend of Gilgamesh is a retelling of the oldest recorded story in the world. The cruel King Gilgamesh forms an unlikely friendship with a wild man, Enkidu. Together they plan to battle fearsome monsters. Can they succeed and live to tell the tale?Captivating versions of some of the best myths and legends from around the world. TreeTops Myths and Legends are fascinating and action-packed stories that will motivate and inspire readers. These are some of the oldest and most enduring stories in the world, retold by leading contemporarychildren's authors to bring out all of the action, drama, humour and depth of the original stories in a way that makes them as exciting and meaningful today as ever. The stories are beautifully illustrated in a range of styles to bring each tale to life. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at a href="http://www. oxfordowl. co. uk/"www. oxfordowl. co. uk/a. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 17, TreeTops Classics: Jane Eyre (2014 edition) (PDF)
by Charlotte Brontë Margaret McallisterBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 17. Jane Eyre tells the story of the life of the orphan Jane who is mistreated by her relations and sent away to Lowood School. Hard work and determination enable Jane to leave Lowood to work for the mysterious Mr Rochester at Thornfield. At last, she believes she has found happiness and security,but has she?Exciting and powerful classic stories to enrich and extend your children's reading experiences. TreeTops Classics are carefully adapted versions of must-read stories which introduce your readers to significant authors, powerful plots and characters that have stood the test of time. These abridgedversions of classics have been sensitively adapted by top children's authors to ensure that language and content is appropriate, but remain faithful to the original. These enchanting stories will appeal to all your junior readers and introduce them to a rich literary heritage. Each book includesauthor biographies and notes to help with historical and social context and any challenging vocabulary, ensuring the books are easily accessible. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at a href="http://www. oxfordowl. co. uk/"www. oxfordowl. co. uk/a. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 17, TreeTops Classics: Stories of Sherlock Holmes (2014 edition) (PDF)
by Arthur Conan Doyle Trevor MillumBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 17. Stories of Sherlock Holmes includes four very different mysteries that Sherlock Holmes must use all his skill and cunning to solve. Aided by Dr Watson, Holmes faces mysteries involving 'a rat', a blue jewel, a famous racehorse and a woman who is in great danger. Exciting and powerful classic stories to enrich and extend your children's reading experiences. TreeTops Classics are carefully adapted versions of must-read stories which introduce your readers to significant authors, powerful plots and characters that have stood the test of time. These abridgedversions of classics have been sensitively adapted by top children's authors to ensure that language and content is appropriate, but remain faithful to the original. These enchanting stories will appeal to all your junior readers and introduce them to a rich literary heritage. Each book includesauthor biographies and notes to help with historical and social context and any challenging vocabulary, ensuring the books are easily accessible. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at a href="http://www. oxfordowl. co. uk/"www. oxfordowl. co. uk/a. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
Language Change
by Adrian BeardThe Intertext series has been specifically designed to meet the needs of contemporary English Language Studies. Working with Texts: A Core Introduction to Language Analysis (second edition 2001) is the foundation text, which is complemented by a range of 'satellite titles. These provide students with hands-on practical experience of textual analysis through special topics, and can be used individually or in conjunction with Working with Texts. Language Change: examines the way external factors have influenced and are influencing language change, focusing on how changing social contexts are reflected in language use explores the attitudes, values and assumptions that shape the way we use language looks at how language change operates within different genres, such as problem pages, sports reports and recipes provides lively examples from everyday communication, including letters, emails, postcards and text messages includes a unit on how new words are formed and features a full glossary.
Oxford Reading Tree, Treetops Classics, Level 16, Dark Blue: Moonfleet (PDF)
by John Meade Falkner Nick Warburton Mark OldroydMoonfleet tells of the adventures of an orphan boy named John Trenchard. On a cold, dark night in the village of Moonfleet, he hears a tale of cursed treasure. As John and his friend Elzevir search for the treasure they become involved in another Moonfleet secretsmuggling. Will theiradventures bring them fortune or lead them into danger?Exciting and powerful classic stories to enrich and extend your children's reading experiences. TreeTops Classics are carefully adapted versions of must-read stories which introduce your readers to significant authors, powerful plots and characters that have stood the test of time. These abridgedversions of classics have been sensitively adapted by top children's authors to ensure that language and content is appropriate, but remain faithful to the original. These enchanting stories will appeal to all your junior readers and introduce them to a rich literary heritage. Each book includesauthor biographies and notes to help with historical and social context and any challenging vocabulary, ensuring the books are easily accessible. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at a href="http://www. oxfordowl. co. uk/"www. oxfordowl. co. uk/a.
Oxford Reading Tree, TreeTops Classics, Stage 15: David Copperfield (PDF)
by Charles Dickens Jonny Zucker Tim ArchboldBook band 15 dark red. Oxford level 17. David Copperfield tells of the life of the unlucky David Copperfield. When his mother marries the cruel Mr Murdstone, David is sent away to boarding school. As he grows up, David meets many people - but who are his true friends and will his fortunes ever change?Exciting and powerful classic stories to enrich and extend your children's reading experiences. TreeTops Classics are carefully adapted versions of must-read stories which introduce your readers to significant authors, powerful plots and characters that have stood the test of time. These abridgedversions of classics have been sensitively adapted by top children's authors to ensure that language and content is appropriate, but remain faithful to the original. These enchanting stories will appeal to all your junior readers and introduce them to a rich literary heritage. Each book includesauthor biographies and notes to help with historical and social context and any challenging vocabulary, ensuring the books are easily accessible. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at a href="http://www. oxfordowl. co. uk/"www. oxfordowl. co. uk/a. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
Oxford Reading Tree, Treetops Fiction, Level 16, Dark Blue: Sister Ella (PDF)
by Pippa Goodhart Jane BottomleyDo you know the story of Cinderella? Ella's step sister Druscilla tells the story as you've never heard it before in Sister Ella. It isn't all Ella's fault, but the ugly sisters aren't to blame either and Ella is desperate to marry a prince. TreeTops Fiction contains a wide range of quality stories enabling children to explore and develop their own reading tastes and interests. It contains stories from a variety of genres including humour, sci-fi, adventure, mystery and historical fiction. These exciting stories are ideal forintroducing children to a wide selection of authors and illustrators. There is huge variety to ensure every reader finds books they will enjoy and can read. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at a href="http://www. oxfordowl. co. uk/"www. oxfordowl. co. uk/a.
Oxford Reading Tree, Treetops Classics, Level 15, Dark Blue: The Lost World (PDF)
by Sir Arthur Doyle Susan Gates Mark BeechThe Lost World tells the story of a daring expedition to the rainforests of South America. The scientist Professor Challenger is determined to prove that he has discovered dinosaurs living in the 'Lost World'. He sets the challenge for a team to go and visit it for themselves, but what willthe explorers find?Exciting and powerful classic stories to enrich and extend your children's reading experiences. TreeTops Classics are carefully adapted versions of must-read stories which introduce your readers to significant authors, powerful plots and characters that have stood the test of time. These abridgedversions of classics have been sensitively adapted by top children's authors to ensure that language and content is appropriate, but remain faithful to the original. These enchanting stories will appeal to all your junior readers and introduce them to a rich literary heritage. Each book includesauthor biographies and notes to help with historical and social context and any challenging vocabulary, ensuring the books are easily accessible. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at a href="http://www. oxfordowl. co. uk/"www. oxfordowl. co. uk/a. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
Oxford Reading Tree, Treetops Fiction, Level 15, Dark Blue: Melleron's Monsters (PDF)
by Douglas Hill Steve HuttonMelleron loves the forest in Melleron's Monsters. He knows it like the back of his hand, but he is amazed to discover two new creatures eating silverberries. Are they monsters from beyond Stonewall Mountains? Melleron soon finds himself in deadly danger as he uncovers a plot that threatens the peaceful forest. TreeTops Fiction is a series of funny, age-appropriate stories with wide appeal to both girls and boys. These motivating chapter books with engaging colour illustrations build stamina, fluency and comprehension across a rich range of vocabulary. Ideal for independent reading, the wide variety ensures there's something for every young student to enjoy, including humour, sci-fi, adventure, mystery and historical fictionLevelled to provide clear and gradual progression with carefully controlled words per pageWritten by leading children's authors who offer truly boy-friendly stories with gripping plots.
Oxford Reading Tree, Treetops Fiction, Level 15, Dark Blue: The Mean Dream Wonder Machine (PDF)
by Margaret Mcallister Tim ArchboldPatrick Penn tries to do the right thing but when he becomes too absorbed in inventing things go wrong in The Mean Dream Wonder Machine. The real problems begin when he decides to improve Professor Scriffle's brilliant latest invention. TreeTops Fiction contains a wide range of quality stories enabling children to explore and develop their own reading tastes and interests. It contains stories from a variety of genres including humour, sci-fi, adventure, mystery and historical fiction. These exciting stories are ideal forintroducing children to a wide selection of authors and illustrators. There is huge variety to ensure every reader finds books they will enjoy and can read. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at a href="http://www. oxfordowl. co. uk/"www. oxfordowl. co. uk/a. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
Oxford Reading Tree, Treetops Fiction, Level 15, Dark Blue: Go To The Dragon-maker (PDF)
by Shirley Isherwood John PraterSean, Michael and Joe accept a strange challenge in Go to the Dragon-maker. They are immediately whirled into a wild and wonderful adventure. Can they trust Spellbinder, the talking cat? And why is the Dragon-maker desperate to find them?TreeTops Fiction contains a wide range of quality stories enabling children to explore and develop their own reading tastes and interests. It contains stories from a variety of genres including humour, sci-fi, adventure, mystery and historical fiction. These exciting stories are ideal forintroducing children to a wide selection of authors and illustrators. There is huge variety to ensure every reader finds books they will enjoy and can read. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at a href="http://www. oxfordowl. co. uk/"www. oxfordowl. co. uk/a. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
Oxford Reading Tree, Treetops Fiction, Level 15, Dark Blue: Luke Lively And The Castle Of Sleep (PDF)
by Debbie White Judy BrownAt the Ministry for Fairytale Regeneration a new Sleeping Beauty programme has been prepared in Luke Lively and the Castle of Sleep. Princess Aurora is snoring away in the castle, but there is a problem. The Prince has run away. Is Luke Lively really their only hope? TreeTops Fiction is a series of funny, age-appropriate stories with wide appeal to both girls and boys. These motivating chapter books with engaging colour illustrations build stamina, fluency and comprehension across a rich range of vocabulary. Ideal for independent reading, the wide variety ensures there's something for every young student to enjoy, including humour, sci-fi, adventure, mystery and historical fictionLevelled to provide clear and gradual progression with carefully controlled words per pageWritten by leading children's authors who offer truly boy-friendly stories with gripping plots.
Oxford Reading Tree, Treetops Fiction, Level 15, Dark Blue: Aliens At Paradise High (PDF)
by Annie Dalton David KearneyLizzy feels sure that there must be more to life than dull old Greybridge in Aliens at Paradise High. Since she fell out with bossy Karen, she hasn't found a new group of friends and now he teacher has made her sit next to Jonah, the new boy with a phobia about aliens. Could things get anyworse?TreeTops Fiction contains a wide range of quality stories enabling children to explore and develop their own reading tastes and interests. It contains stories from a variety of genres including humour, sci-fi, adventure, mystery and historical fiction. These exciting stories are ideal forintroducing children to a wide selection of authors and illustrators. There is huge variety to ensure every reader finds books they will enjoy and can read. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at a href="http://www. oxfordowl. co. uk/"www. oxfordowl. co. uk/a. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.