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Easy to Read Non-Fiction
Oxford Reds
(Oxford University Press)
Instead of sticking with the well worn National Curriculum topics, the
publishers of this series asked established children's authors to write
about subjects which fascinated them. The result is an interesting mix
of books likely to tempt beginner readers who prefer fact to fiction,
especially those who share the author's passion. I particularly enjoyed
Rats where Jan Marks gives an enthusiastic defence of these much
maligned animals. The information is mature enough to appeal to older
children and adults who are learning to read while the text uses the simple
sentence structure and repetition needed by beginners. Full colour illustrations
and eye catching covers add to their appeal while, at only 32 pages, they
are slim enough not to look too daunting.
| Buy from Amazon | Rats by Jan Mark |
| Horses by KM Peyton | |
| Big Cats by Kenneth Ireland | |
| Trains by Dennis Hamley |
Mountain Biking
by S BehrRock Climbing
by Ian Smith(Franklin Watts - Extreme Sports)
These superb books combine stunning photography with well-spaced easy to read text in a magazine type layout which children love. Although they are specially written for weak readers aged 8-12+, there is nothing on the books to give this away so children and teenagers can share them with friends without losing face. The topics are well chosen to appeal to thrill-seeking young readers and the information is written and checked by experts. (32 pages, large format)
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Also available but not reviewed
| In-line Skating
by B. Roberts Skateboarding by Ben Powell Snowboarding by B Malthouse Surfing by T Rainger |
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