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Mrs Palmer's Recommended Reads

Ice Trap!  by Meredith Hooper

This is an incredible real-life story of perseverance, resilience and heroism.  This picture book tells the dramatic story of Sir Ernest Shackleton's fascinating adventure in the Antarctic.  

In August 1914, Shackleton set off from England with a team of explorers to walk across the Antarctic.   Sailing through some of the most perilous seas, the Endurance becomes trapped...

 

The Boy at the Back of the Class by Onjali Rauf

This is the story about how one ordinary nine-year-old and three classmates are full of empathy for Ahmet, a boy that comes to their school as a refugee from Syria.  Through their sensitivity, curiosity, ingenuity and bravery, they make a massive impact on Ahmet's life.  This inspiring tale will help children think about what it is to be a good person whatever your circumstances and push for fairness, whenever possible. 

The Outlaw Varjak Paw by S F Said

After reading the first adventure of Varjak Paw in class last term, why not find out what happens next?  Varjak Paw finds himself the elected and popular leader of a new gang: a gang that supports freedom and kindness for all. But will the pressure take its toll on this brave yet sometimes naive cat?  Soon, the city erupts into a gang war, when Sally Bones attempts to control the lives of all the cats.  Horrified and outnumbered, Varjak and the others must fight for freedom.   

Storm Quest by Andy Prentice

Can you race tot he heart of the Great Storm and save your father's live?

Every decision is yours in this epic tale of deadly sea monsters, ancient secrets and the perils of the deep.   This book contains...

- Ingenious picture puzzles to solve,

- Exciting dice-based combat,

YOU choose how the story unfolds...


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