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Read On: Zombie Wasps (PDF)

Are you scared of spiders? Have you heard of the zombie wasp? Do you know which bee has the most painful sting? Place yourself on the 'scare scale' and, if you dare, find out all about the world's biggest, weirdest and most fearsome insects in this book produced in collaboration with the Natural History Museum.

Read On: Unsolved Mysteries (PDF)

What did happen to the crew of the Marie Celeste? And is there really a Loch Ness monster?Read about nine unsolved mysteries including an abandoned ship; unfathomable escapes; disappearing boats and planes; a time traveller and even signs of life on other planets. Can you tell the facts from the fiction to work out what really happened?Help Key Stage 3 students move from Level 3b to Level 3a in reading.Support comprehension with the engaging images for each mystery.Encourage shared and guided reading using the ready-made tasks and discussion points on the activity pages at the back of the book.

Read On: Bound for Jamaica (PDF)

Between 1500 and 1800, over 12 million Africans were sold into slavery. This is the story of one boy who is kidnapped, sold and transported as a slave across the Atlantic from West Africa to a sugar plantation in Jamaica.The story of slavery told through a mixture of narrative and factual history. Find out the real story of the thousands of Africans taken from their homeland to work as slaves in the Americas and the Caribbean. Help Key Stage 3 students move from Level 3b to Level 3a in reading.Support comprehension with the illustrations and historical images that bring to life the experience of slavery.Encourage shared and guided reading using the ready-made tasks and discussion points on the activity pages at the back of the book.

Read On, Making It Move!: A Short History of Animation (PDF)

Everything you ever wanted to know about animation. Find out how the latest animated films are made and how animation has developed since its early days. Plus find out how to create your own flick-book and clay animations.

Read On - Race to the Pole (PDF)

In 1911 British explorer Robert Falcon Scott hoped to be the first person to reach the South Pole. Little did he know an explorer from Norway had had the same idea. It would be a race to the Pole! Produced in collaboration with the Natural History Museum, this book tells the story of Scott's and Amundsen's epic race and its deadly conclusion. It also explores the scientific legacy of Scott's expedition and looks at the new frontiers of exploration today. -Help Key Stage 3 students move from Level 3b to Level 3a in reading. -Support comprehension with stunning photographs that bring the Antarctic experience to life. -Encourage shared and guided reading using the ready-made tasks and discussion points on the activity pages at the back of the book.

Red Grouse (Large Print)

This is a Red Grouse shown from the side. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up. Its head, which is facing to the left, has a short blunt beak. One eye is visible, and above this, is its distinctive red wattle. Slightly down and to the right of the head is the wing. Down from this is the Grouse's chest, and down again are its two sturdy legs. To the very right of the picture its short tail can be found. The Red Grouse is covered with chestnut brown feathers.

Religions To Inspire for KS3 - Buddhism (PDF)

This innovative course gives you the flexibility to deliver Key Stage 3 Religious Education however you want - both thematically and/or by religion. InspiRE comprises two parallel sets of books: Themes to InspiRE, three books (one for each year of Key Stage 3) that cover the non-statutory Programme of Study for Religious Education through an exploration of thematic issues and concepts. Religions to InspiRE, seven 'by religion' books that exemplify the themes and expand them from the points of view of the major religions of the UK - in this case Buddhism. Each book is supported by an accompanying Teacher's Resource Book. Religions to InspiRE: Buddhism: - Contains a series of lessons in three major themes - each with a 'big assignment' at the end which allows you to asses pupil's progress against the eight level scale - Engages all your pupils in their learning and enable them to progress with differentiated pupil centered activities and variety of stimulus material for each lesson - Helps you teach, plan and assess learning whether you are a non-specialist or a time-strapped Religious Education teacher.

Religions To InspiRE for KS3: Judaism Pupils Book (PDF)

Religions to InspiRE for KS3: Sikhism Pupils Book (INSP Ser.)

Religious Studies Practice Exercises 13+: Answer Book (PDF)

Contains a full set of answers to the exercises in Religious Studies Practice Exercises 13+. This title includes a comprehensive range of Common Entrance exam-style questions for pupils working towards syllabus A of the new 2011 examination. It is suitable for pupils working towards Common Entrance or entrance exams at 13+.

Religious Studies Practice Exercises 13+ (PDF)

Provides a comprehensive range of exam-style questions based on syllabus A of the 2011 Religious Studies Common Entrance exam. The guide is laid out to correspond with the examination paper and includes sections on Biblical Stories, World Religions and Contemporary Issues, allowing pupils to familiarise themselves with the format of the exam.

Rollercoasters: Trash (PDF)

Soon to be made into a film, Raphael, Gardo and Rat are three street kids who sort through mountains of trash for anything they can sell or recycle. When they come across a mysterious bag amongst the rubbish, containing a key and a wallet, they are soon on the run, using their wits and quick tongues to stay ahead of the police.

So You Really Want to Learn English: Book 2 (PDF)

Suitable for pupils looking for a rigorous Key Stage 3 English textbook, this title features varied literary extracts followed by challenging exercises which encourage pupils to write accurately and with flair. It features new fiction and non-fiction pasSAGE Publishings and 'writing workshops' so pupils can explore various aspects of creative writing.

So You Really Want to Learn English: Book 3 (PDF)

Suitable for pupils in Year 8 working towards Common Entrance at 13+ and scholarship, this edition features updated fiction and non-fiction pasSAGE Publishings as well as 'fact boxes' which contain interesting facts relating to the theme of the chapter.

Studio 3 Vert Pupil Book (11-14 French) (PDF)

Covers NC Levels 1-5. Magazine-style layout, with lots of photographs make every spread more engaging for pupils. Acces Studio page references show where to go to pause and revise the basic topics. Tips on every spread throughout the course teach essential language-learning skills such as using a French dictionary. Every unit in Studio has a grammar objective supported by activities and clear explanations. Includes support and preparation for pupils studying for FCSE.

Studio 3 Vert Workbook for Pack (11-14 French) (PDF)

Studio 3 is split into parallel differentiated levels - Studio 3 Vert covers NC Levels 1-5, and is designed to support pupils with practice and consolidation through a wider variety of activity types.

Y Dyn Gwyrdd

Un tro - yn reit ddiweddar, a dweud y gwir - roedd bachgen ifanc o'r enw Derwyn yn byw efo'i rieni mewn hen fwthyn yn y goedwig. Dysgai ei fam yn yr ysgol gynradd a'i dad yn yr ysgol uwchradd. Anodd iawn oedd dweud pa un ohonyn nhw oedd yn cwyno fwyaf. [One day - quite recently, in fact - a young boy named Derwyn lived in an old cottage in the woods. His parents were both teachers, his mother taught in the primary school and his father at the secondary school, but it was often difficult to tell which one complained the most.]

York Notes for AS & A2: Frankenstein (PDF)

THE ULTIMATE GUIDES TO EXAM SUCCESS from York Notes - the UK's favourite English Literature Study Guides. York Notes for AS amp; A2 are brand new and have been specifically designed for AS and A2 students to help you get the very best grade you can. They are comprehensive, easy to use, packed with valuable features and written by experienced examiners and teachers to give you an expert understanding of the text, critical approaches and the all-important exam. This edition covers Frankenstein and includes: An enhanced exam skills section which includes essay plans, expert guidance on understanding questions and sample answers. You'll know exactly what you need to do and say to get the best grades. A wealth of useful content like key quotations, revision tasks and vital study tips that'll help you revise, remember and recall all the most important information. The widest coverage and the best, most in-depth analysis of characters, themes, language, form, context and style to help you demonstrate an exhaustive understanding of all aspects of the text. York Notes for AS amp; A2 are also available for these popular titles: The Bloody Chamber (9781447913153) Doctor Faustus (9781447913177) The Great Gatsby (9781447913207) The Kite Runner (9781447913160) Macbeth (9781447913146) Othello (9781447913191) Wuthering Heights (9781447913184)

Zoom Deutsch 2: Student Book (PDF)

Zoom Deutsch is an inspiring two-part German course offering fresh, exciting material and a fully-integrated video drama for the full ability range at KS3. There is a clear route through for students following both two-year and three-year courses so students and teachers know exactly how much material needs to be covered. Zoom Deutsch delivers the revised KS3 Programme of Study, PLTS and the Renewed Framework.The Zoom Deutsch course has a full suite of differentiated resources to support your needs: Student Books, Teacher Books, Foundation and Higher Workbooks, Audio CDs, Interactive OxBox CD-ROM and Assessment OxBox CD-ROM.This Zoom Deutsch 1 Student Book is full of inspiring activities to suit all learner types. Each unit links to a video clip and video-blog of four teenagers from Berlin providing students with a real insight into German people and German life. As well as plenty of engaging activities to support listening, reading, speaking and writing there are also pages in every unit dedicated to grammar, study skills and pronunciation support. Further cultural reading material is provided for everyunit so that students can learn about life in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Anne Frank

Drama am hanes bywyd y ferch ifanc Anne Frank a'i dyddiadur. Dyma ddrama sy'n codi cwr y llen ar un o hanesion mwyaf dirdynnol yr ugeinfed ganrif ac sy'n rhoi cyfle i ddisgyblion ysgol uwchradd drafod teimladau ac emosiynau personol ar ganfas digwyddiadau byd-eang. [A play about the life of the young girl, Anne Frank, and her diaries. The play enables secondary school children to learn about one of the most harrowing stories of the twentieth century, and to discuss their feelings and personal emotions in the context of world important events.] *Datganiad hawlfraint Gwneir y copi hwn dan dermau Rheoliadau (Anabledd) Hawlfraint a Hawliau mewn Perfformiadau 2014 i'w ddefnyddio gan berson sy'n anabl o ran print yn unig. Oni chaniateir gan gyfraith, ni ellir ei gopïo ymhellach, na'i roi i unrhyw berson arall, heb ganiatâd.

Baba Hyll (Cyfres Pen Dafad)

Nofel arall yng Nghyfres Pen Dafad ar gyfer yr arddegau cynnar. Mae Manon Steffan Ros wedi ennill Gwobr Tir na nOg 2010 (Trwy'r Tonnau) a Gwobr y Bobol Llyfr y Flwyddyn 2010 gyda'i nofel gyntaf i oedolion, Fel Aderyn. Mae hefyd wedi cyhoeddi Hunllef yn y gyfres Stori Sydyn. [Another novel in the Pen Dafad series for younger teenagers. Manon Steffan Ros won the Tir na nOg award (for Trwy'r Tonnau) and the Wales Book of the Year people's prize (for her adult novel Fel Aderyn), both in 2010. She has also published a novel, Hunllef, in the Stori Sydyn series.] Datganiad hawlfraint Gwneir y copi hwn dan dermau Rheoliadau (Anabledd) Hawlfraint a Hawliau mewn Perfformiadau 2014 i'w ddefnyddio gan berson sy'n anabl o ran print yn unig. Oni chaniateir gan gyfraith, ni ellir ei gopïo ymhellach, na'i roi i unrhyw berson arall, heb ganiatâd.

Bug Club, Grey B/4C: Mixed-up Myths (PDF)

Bold, colourful readers with kid-friendly characters and subjects they'd choose for themselves

CfE Maths: Second Level Pupil Book (PDF)

The Curriculum for Excellence Maths Second Level Pupil Book is packed with questions and activities to improve performance across all of the Outcomes and Experiences at Second Level.

Chasing the Dark

Mum's dead. Killed in a car crash. Her last words, a message to someone I've never even heard of. All I've got left is a trail of secrets and lies that lead to a locked up house. I tell you now, I'm not going to stop 'til I've smashed open the truth.

A Christmas Carol (Scholastic Classics) (PDF)

Ebenezer Scrooge is a miserly and mean-spirited old man. He treats family, coworkers, and strangers alike with distaste. But on Christmas Eve he receives a visit from the ghost of his dead business partner, Jacob Marley. Marley warns Scrooge that unless he learns to be less greedy and self-serving that Scrooge will be condemned to wander Earth weighed down with heavy chains, as Marley has been. Marley tells Scrooge that three spirits will visit him. First, the Ghost of Christmas Past visits and shows Scrooge his own Christmases past, including the Christmas when his fianc left him for being obsessed with money. Second, the Ghost of Christmas Present shows Scrooge all the happiness occurring at the various Christmas festivities around the city. Finally, The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come shows Scrooge what will happen after his own death, and Scrooge is horrified to find that everyone will celebrate it. Distraught, Scrooge begs for another chance, and suddenly wakes in his own bed. Forever after he honours the spirit of Christmas with kindness, generosity and warmth.