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Reading Planet KS2 - The Pocket Elf and the Great Dog Escape - Level 2: Mercury/Brown band (Rising Stars Reading Planet (PDF))
by Abie LongstaffBlue, the pocket elf, is bored. She really wants to do something fun - like training next door's dog to become a waiter! But when Blue gets impatient and her magic goes wrong, Jasper escapes. Now, both she and Emma will need to follow the clues to find him. Will Emma and Blue be able to bring Jasper home, or will the great dog escape end in disaster? The Pocket Elf and the Great Dog Escape is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years
Reading Planet KS2 - The Pocket Elf and the Paint Explosion - Level 1: Stars/Lime band (Rising Stars Reading Planet (PDF))
by Abie LongstaffEmma couldn't have dreamed that she would ever make friends with an elf - but one Friday morning, that's just what happens to her! Despite causing Emma no end of trouble, Blue just wants to get back to her home. But when Emma's art lesson starts to go wrong, will Blue be the one to save the day? The Pocket Elf and the Paint Explosion is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years
Reading Planet KS2 - The Pocket Elf and the Sports Day Disaster - Level 4: Earth/Grey band (Rising Stars Reading Planet (PDF))
by Abie LongstaffBlue's magical powers are nearly fully recovered, and Emma knows that her time with the pocket elf is running out. If she can just get through the dreaded sports' day, then everything will be fine ... unless Melanie tells the world about Blue! Can Blue and Emma work together one last time to save the day and protect their secret friendship? The Pocket Elf and the Sports Day Disaster is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years
Reading Planet KS2 - The Pocket Elf and the Star of the Show - Level 3: Venus/Brown band (Rising Stars Reading Planet (PDF))
by Abie LongstaffIt's the day of the school show, and Emma is dreading the thought of performing in front of a big audience. Emma's day starts off badly thanks to Melanie catching her singing one of Blue's elf songs, and gets even worse when Blue decides to help bring the show to life. Before long, the school hall is in chaos and there's only one person who can save the day ... The Pocket Elf and the Star of the Show is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years
Reading Planet KS2: The Prophet's Journey from Danger: An Islamic Story - Mercury/Brown (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by A.M. DassuDiscover the story of Prophet Muhammad, who only wanted to help people, but was chased away from his home city of Makkah. The Prophet fled hundreds of miles towards Madinah, but could he escape those who hunted him along the way? What happened when he reached Madinah? The Prophet's Journey from Danger: An Islamic Story is part of the Reading Planet Cosmos range of books from Hodder Education. Cosmos provides a vibrant collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will widen children's reading horizons. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 7-8 years
Reading Planet KS2: A Hindu Tale (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Anita GaneriRama and Sita are a happy couple until Ravana, the demon king, decides he wants Sita for himself, and tricks Rama so he can kidnap her. Rama is determined to get his wife back and Hanuman agrees to help him. But battling against a demon with a blood-thirsty army of soldiers will never be easy. Will Rama be able to overcome Ravana and rescue Sita? Rama and Sita: A Hindu Story is part of the Reading Planet Cosmos range of books from Hodder Education. Cosmos provides a vibrant collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will widen children's reading horizons. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 8-9 years.
Reading Planet KS2: Reza's Kitchen - Mercury/Brown (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Sophia PayneCome with Reza on a tour of all the interesting things in his Guyanese kitchen. We'll learn about weather, plants and crops of the Caribbean that help to create the wonderful flavours of Caribbean cooking. Read about the fruits, herbs and spices and all the different ingredients commonly used in South America. Follow Reza's recipes and instructions to discover tasty healthy sweet treats, delicious drinks and mouth-watering meals that you can make at home. Reza's Kitchen is part of the Reading Planet Cosmos range of books from Hodder Education. Cosmos provides a vibrant collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will widen children's reading horizons. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 7-8 years
Reading Planet KS2 - Rocco and the Big Bear Trick - Level 2: Mercury/Brown band (Rising Stars Reading Planet (PDF))
by Lou KuenzlerRocco the cave boy is dreading the terrible termite test that his teacher is planning. He knows nothing about bugs or minibeasts ... but he does know how to play brilliant tricks on people. Rocco comes up with his best prank ever to stop the test from taking place, but sometimes even a trickster finds that things don't go to plan! Rocco and the Big Bear Trick is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years
Reading Planet KS2 - A Roman Banquet - Level 3: Venus/Brown band (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Hawys MorganStep back in time to Ancient Rome and meet Marcus - a young servant who lives in the house of an important family. There is going to be a banquet, so Marcus has a busy day ahead! Find out what jobs he has to do and learn more about everyday life in Roman times. You might be surprised that some things aren't so different from our lives today! A Roman Banquet is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years
Reading Planet KS2 - The Secret Garden - Level 3: Venus/Brown band (Rising Stars Reading Planet (PDF))
by Michelle HarrisonOrphaned Mary Lennox doesn't want to live on the moors in a dark and gloomy mansion. The only thing that interests her is the story of the secret garden which her uncle has locked up forever. But then she finds a key ... Will Mary bring the garden back to life and discover the other secret Misselthwaite Manor is hiding? The Secret Garden is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years
Reading Planet KS2: South Africa: The Rainbow Nation - Venus/Brown (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Debbie Ridgard Sally BurtCome and take a tour in the Woza bus across the Rainbow Nation: South Africa! Along the way, we'll find out all about this country's amazing landscapes, wildlife, people, history and traditions. From deserts to mountains, lions to hyenas and artists to inventors - South Africa has it all! South Africa: The Rainbow Nation is part of the Reading Planet Cosmos range of books from Hodder Education. Cosmos provides a vibrant collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will widen children's reading horizons. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 8-9 years.
Reading Planet KS2 - Spy Files - Level 5: Mars - Non-Fiction (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Teresa HeapyHave you ever wondered how spies do their job? How they gather information and why people choose such dangerous and secretive work? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this top- secret guide to spies and spying. Learn all about secret codes and invisible ink, ingenious gadgets and the risks that spies face gathering information. Uncover the spies who play the dangerous game of working for both sides and meet with spies from the past who have helped shape history. Spy Files is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 8-10 years
Reading Planet KS2: The Steel Donkey: A Tale from Barbados - Earth/Grey (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Kandace ChimbiriAkeenah's life is turned upside down when she and her mum have to escape from their house after hearing the thudding sound of the Steel Donkey outside. She doesn't want to leave Elverton to go to Uncle Joseph's, but it might be the only way to stop the scary creature coming to their house every night. Unless Akeenah can work out how to defeat the Steel Donkey once and for all.... The Steel Donkey: A Tale from Barbados is part of the Reading Planet Cosmos range of books from Hodder Education. Cosmos provides a vibrant collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will widen children's reading horizons. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 8-9 years
Reading Planet KS2: Surprising Sports - Stars/Lime (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Helen DineenHow is underwater hockey played, where would you go skibobbing, and which animals enjoy flyball? Find the answers to these questions as you explore the wonderful world of unusual sports. Learn all about some fantastic, fun sporting activities that will really challenge your idea of sport. Surprising sports can be found everywhere, from the gym to the swimming pool, from snowy mountains to squelchy, muddy bogs. Some unusual sports look like familiar sports ... but there's always a marvellous twist! Surprising Sports is part of the Reading Planet Cosmos range of books from Hodder Education. Cosmos provides a vibrant collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will widen children's reading horizons. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 7-8.
Reading Planet KS2 - Survival Skills - Level 7: Saturn/Blue-Red band (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Clare HibbertEver dreamt of climbing Everest, rafting down the Nile or hiking across the Sahara? These are all very exciting ideas ... but hold on a minute! Even a small-scale adventure requires planning, preparation and the right knowledge and equipment. To learn these skills and be ready for any adventure you'll need the advice in the book, such as how to make a camp for the night, build a raft, read a map and navigate by the moon and stars. You'll also find out how explorers can survive in extreme conditions, how to escape killer bees and how to call for help in times of danger. Survival Skills is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years
Reading Planet KS2 - Tales of Snow and Ice - Stories from the North - Level 3: Venus/Brown band (Rising Stars Reading Planet (PDF))
by Tony BradmanDuring the long, dark nights in the frozen north, people tell tales of snow and ice. Grandfather Frost watches over the land, trolls lurk in caves to hide from the sun, a child comes to life when a wish is made, and terrifying ogres meet beasts even they can't defeat. Wrap up warm to read this chilly collection of snowy stories ... Tales of Snow and Ice: Stories from the North is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years
Reading Planet KS2 - Telling Tales - A Guide to Writing Fantastic Fiction - Level 6: Jupiter/Blue band (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Joanna NadinDo you enjoy reading great stories? How about writing them? Are you sometimes stuck for ideas? In this inspiring and practical guide by award-winning author, Joanna Nadin, you will discover how to hunt down brilliant ideas for your own stories, get into the minds of your characters, and give your writing a final, brilliant shine. Get ready to pick up your pen and start telling your own fantastic tales! Telling Tales - A Guide to Writing Fantastic Fiction is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 9-10 years
Reading Planet KS2: Trapped in School - Earth/Grey (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Helen ComerfordSchool has finished for the day, but Ashwin, Naya, Jo and her younger brother, Eddie, find themselves trapped inside as it transforms. Things get worse when Eddie is swept over a waterfall. The children realise some strange magic is at play as they search for Eddie in a jungle, through space and in a fairytale land. Will they find Eddie and figure out how to escape from school? Trapped in School is a fiction adventure with theatrical elements that readers can perform. Trapped in School is part of the Reading Planet Cosmos range of books from Hodder Education. Cosmos provides a vibrant collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will widen children's reading horizons. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 8-9 years
Reading Planet KS2 - Treasure Island - Level 4: Earth/Grey band (Rising Stars Reading Planet (PDF))
by John Dougherty'Rising Stars Reading Planet for Key Stage 2 fully engages with today's world through exciting book-banded fiction and non-fiction readers that explore modern topics and themes. It promotes gender equality and diversity with characters and stories that will inspire young readers of today and is written for the demands of the new curriculum.
Reading Planet KS2 - True Space Adventures - Level 1: Stars/Lime band (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Paul ShiptonGet ready to blast off! Find out about some real-life astronauts and their true space adventures, including Neil Armstrong and the first Moon landing. On the way you'll discover what were the first living things in space, why it is so easy to jump on the Moon, and why you should never eat a sandwich (or drink a glass of water) in a space craft! True Space Adventures is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding.Reading age: 7-8 years
Reading Planet KS2: The Unfortunate Crane: A Tale from the Punjab - Stars/Lime (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Bali RaiThe crane lives by a lake, deep in the Punjabi forest. It would be very happy there if it wasn't for the other animals teasing it for being ugly, especially the mean peacock. Then a boy called Gagan accidentally starts a fire in the forest, and all the animals that can't fly are stuck. Maybe they'll realise that the crane is a really important animal after all.... The Unfortunate Crane: A Punjabi Tale is part of the Reading Planet Cosmos range of books from Hodder Education. Cosmos provides a vibrant collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will widen children's reading horizons. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 7-8.
Reading Planet KS2 - Welcome to China - Level 8: Supernova (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Tom BradmanChina is a country that has enchanted people for thousands of years. It is a country of vast mountain ranges, legendary rivers, arid deserts and icy winters. And with a population of over 1.3 billion people, it is also home to giant pandas, Siberian tigers and dancing (human) dragons! In this guide you will discover many fascinating facts about the culture and history of China, including ... - How to make noodles by hand, and which province has the spiciest cuisine - The different languages spoken, and how Chinese children learn to read and write- Why the Great Wall of China was built and just how long it actually is- Famous myths and legends, and the significance of dragons and the Jade Emperor- And how rapidly China has modernised, creating several enormous 'megacities'After reading this book, you will want to jump on a plane and visit this incredible country. Welcome to China! Welcome to China is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years
Reading Planet KS2 - What Your Pet is REALLY Thinking - Level 2: Mercury/Brown band (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Rob AlcraftAnimals may not be able to talk, but they have their own special ways of communicating with us. For example, did you know that: A happy rabbit clicks its teeth. Dogs often lick their lips when they're hungry. And cats can understand around 35 commands!With the help of this guide, soon you will be able to understand what your pet is trying to say to you! What Your Pet is REALLY Thinking is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 7-8 years
Reading Planet KS2: Wildlife in the City - Earth/Grey (Rising Stars Reading Planet)
by Emily HibbsWildlife is all around us, even in our towns and cities. From frogs to foxes, and spiders to squirrels, see what you can spot! This book will tell you all about the animals who visit and live in our urban spaces, from the things they eat, to the ways they've adapted to city life. Look out for tips on how you too can make sure our cities are welcoming to wildlife.Wildlife in the City is part of the Reading Planet Cosmos range of books from Hodder Education. Cosmos provides a vibrant collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will widen children's reading horizons. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 8-9 years.
Reading Planet KS2 - World of Robots: Breakdown - Level 3: Venus/Brown band (Rising Stars Reading Planet (PDF))
by Joe CraigThere's always more work to do in the warehouse than Jango, Izza and Grandpa can manage - but old age is catching up with some of their robots. When more and more of them begin to go wrong, Izza thinks she's found the perfect way to fix them. Soon, the robots are whizzing around being more productive than ever before - until one robot takes control in a way that nobody could have expected ... World of Robots: Breakdown is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years