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Book Reviews Owlets July 10
Thursday, July 22, 2010
This month’s book reviews for Owlets are The Mudcrusts – Chief Troubles by Damian Harvey, and Pigs in Planes – The Big Baad Sheep by Paul Cooper
The Mudcrusts – Chief Troubles – Year 1
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Meet the Mudcrusts, the ice-age family with a difference! Lowbrow challenges Chief Hawknose to a trial to become chief of the tribe. He feels sure he will make a better chief. But how will he deal with Hawknose if he tries to cheat again as he did previously? Can Lowbrow make a cunning plan in time? This delightful story is sure to keep young readers amused. |
Pigs in Planes – The Big Baad Sheep – Year 2
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The latest emergency in Animal Paradise has the Pigs in Planes heading for Sheep Island. All is not well at Flockingham Palace as the Golden Fleece, worn by the Monarch of Sheep Island, is in danger of being stolen. The Queen has to go to the Opening Ceremony at the Houses of Baaliament but can the Pigs in Planes ensure the safety of the Golden Fleece? Laugh out loud as you romp through this hilarious adventure. |
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Book Reviews Owls July 10
Thursday, July 22, 2010
This month’s book reviews for Owls are The Great Hamster Massacre by Katie Davies, and Jordan Stryker Bionic Agent by Malcolm Rose
The Great Hamster Massacre – Year 3/4
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Anna and Tom have always wanted a pet so they begin a pester campaign. Their mother has her own reasons why she doesn’t want them to have a pet…but she finally gives in. Their delight in owning some hamsters soon turns to sadness and horror when they discover the massacre of the title. The story, seen from a child’s perspective, is both amusing and moving but this book is beautifully written throughout. |
Jordan Stryker Bionic Agent – Year 5/6
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After a huge explosion, the near-lifeless body of Ben Smith is taken from the carnage. At this point Jordan Stryker comes to life, a technologically-enhanced version of the old Ben. With unbelievable powers, Jordan acts as an agent for the secret Unit Red. His mission, in an underground world of extreme activists, is to hunt the perpetrator of the crime that killed so many. Jordan tries to come to terms with the loss of his previous life, particularly when he meets up with his old friend Amy. Here is another action-packed page-turner of a book written by this wonderful author. |
Book Reviews Owlets June 10
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
This month’s book reviews for Owlets are The Mystery Cat by Diana Kimpton and The Speedy Sports Car by Jenny Alexander
The Mystery Cat – Year 1
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It’s a secret – Amy can talk to animals! After a storm on the island, Amy and the Clamerkin Clan rescue a ginger cat who seems to have lost his memory. Meanwhile at home, Amy’s family are busy preparing to reopen the Primrose Tea Rooms. Who is the mystery celebrity who is going to cut the ribbon at the Grand Reopening? And can Amy find the owners of the mystery cat before his antics cause her real trouble. This lovely story with its charming characters will delight young readers enjoying it on their own or reading together. |
The Speedy Sports Car – Year 2
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Jack is mad about cars. Every Saturday is spent at his Dad’s Car Supermarket but every moment is spent thinking about cars, drawing them and imagining great adventures as he dreams about driving them! One day a really amazing car arrives – a gleaming red Ferrari. Will Jack’s dreams come true? This is an exciting story, part of a super new series, to inspire young imaginations. |
Book Reviews Owls June 10
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
This month’s book reviews for Owls are Frightfully Friendly Ghosties by Daren King and The Montgomery Murder by Cora Harrison
Frightfully Friendly Ghosties – Year 3/4
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Tabitha Tumbly, Pamela Fraidy and friends are constantly amazed that the still-alives in their house are so horrible to them. They do mean things such as locking Pamela in the attic with a leggy spider. Even the half-sized still-alives seem to be mean-spirited. This is a hilarious tale of ghosties who are not only frightfully friendly but also wickedly well-mannered! |
The Montgomery Murder – Year 5/6
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The streets of Victorian London provide the setting for this murder mystery. The police are trying to catch the killer of wealthy Mr Montgomery. They decide to enlist the help of young Alfie Sykes and his friends who are streetwise and bold. They must follow up clues and suspects and face this dangerous and sinister world to find the truth… This is the first adventure, action-packed and full of twists and turns, in the London Murder Mysteries. |
Reading Activities Owlets Yr 1 June 10
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
The Mystery Cat – Year 1
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As well as reading this super book, you can enjoy Ed’s fun activities specially written to accompany the book:
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Reading Activities Owlets Yr 2 June 10
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
The Speedy Sports Car – Year 2
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As well as reading this super book, you can enjoy Ed’s fun activities specially written to accompany the book:
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