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Literature Ages 11-14 UK Years 7-9 US Grades 6-8 New Windmills Year 7/Grade 6 Anthony Horowitz Stormbreaker They told fourteen-year-old Alex Rider that his uncle died in a car accident, but bullet holes in the windscreen tell a different story. Alex’s search for answers soon drags him into the deadly world millionaire’s plan to give Stormbreaker computers to every school in Britain – a gift which is far more What are the themes? Moral dilemmas, the nature of heroism and individual vs. society. Teaching points Exciting action sequences, convincing dialogue and cinematic imagery make this novel ideal for modelling and storyboarding. Allows for exploration of the thriller genre and comparison work with Fleming’s James Bond. Children’s Book Award Shortlist “Is there anyone in Britain who will not enjoy this fabulous junior James Bond adventure?” The Daily Mail Available in Hardback Michael Morpurgo Kensuke’s Kingdom Michael’s family are on the adventure of a lifetime, sailing around the world in their yacht, the Peggy Sue. But when Michael falls overboard and is washed up on a remote island, he must learn to survive on his own. Until he discovers he is not alone… What are the themes? Family, growing-up, responsibility, courage/survival and adventure. Teaching points and informative writing. Winner of The Red House Children’s Book Award “A wonderful book, a modern day Robinson Crusoe... simply too good to miss.” Wendy Cooling Available in Hardback. Ian Serraillier The Silver Sword When the Nazis seize their father and mother, in World War II, the three Balicki children are left to fend for themselves in occupied Poland. Bravely they survive the hardships of war, and never completely exciting story of their quest, of the clever orphan boy Jan who helps them, and of the silver talisman that accompanies them on their dangerous journey. What are the themes? War, courage, loyalty and children surviving without adult protection. Teaching points The action provides great opportunities to explore how writers create suspense. Available in Hardback Alex Shearer Tins Fergal collects tins without labels because the contents are always a surprise. One day he makes out what horror is behind these sinister contents, Fergal sets off on a dangerous adventure and makes a far more horrible discovery! What are the themes? Forced child labour, friendship and evil adults! Teaching points Perfect for exploring genre, studying the craft of suspense and analysing writing styles that suit different purposes. Further support? FREE online resources and support. “It is fun, it is exciting, it is terrifying and will keep you hooked from beginning to end.” Abi Glenister, Year 8 Available in Hardback Robert Swindells Blitzed George is fascinated by World War Two. He is looking forward to a school trip to a World War Two museum but doesn’t realise how authentic this trip will be. A hand reaching out of the fake rubble, a slip time of the Blitz! He joins up with a group of other homeless children, struggling to survive, and together they get on the tail of a suspected German spy. What are the themes? War/violence, friendship, courage/survival set in a key historical period. Teaching points Perfect for teaching language change, descriptive writing and war texts. Further support? The Blitzed Teaching and Assessment Pack provides full support through lessons plans, resource sheets and assessment tasks. “I loved this book! The historical plot is both gripping and exciting, with elements of horror which will shock and intrigue.” Lis Green, Head of English Available in Hardback Robert Westall The Machine Gunners It is 1940 in Tyneside. A German Heinkel bomber has been shot down during an air raid. Somehow, someone has got away with a working machine gun and all its ammunition from the crashed plane. But who? And what will they do with the gun? Carnegie Medal Winer Available in Hardback 32 pearsonglobalschools.com
Literature Ages 11-14 UK Years 7-9 US Grades 6-8 New Windmills Year 8/Grade 7 Tom Becker Darkside Jonathan Starling’s home has been attacked and his father is in an asylum. On the run from a gang of kidnappers, Jonathan hides out in a secret borough that festers in the heart of modern London. Founded by Jack the Ripper, Darkside is a place of evil, danger and unimaginable excitement, where nightmares walk the streets. What are the themes? A modern gothic adventure exploring violence, survival and courage. Teaching points Perfect for teaching conventions of the gothic genre, how to build suspense and characterisation. Further support? The Darkside Teaching and Assessment Pack provides valuable lesson plans, resources sheets and homework exercises among other time-saving material. “Tom Becker’s writing style grips you in the same way that Darren Shan’s does with his mix of adventure and the supernatural.’ Waterstones Children’s Book Prize judge Catherine Forde Fat Boy Swim Fat, bullied and the worst player ever to lumber onto a football pitch, it’s no wonder that teenager Jimmy Kelly Jimmy is an amazing cook and has a mysterious dream that he is destined to become a swimmer. With the unlikely help of tough sports coach GI Joe, Jimmy decides to explore his hidden depths and discovers a surprising secret about his past along the way. What are the themes? Social issues such as bullying, make Fat Boy Swim suitable for cross-curricular use in PSHE. Teaching points The Scottish setting and the use of Scottish dialect expressions are ideal for exploring dialect and cultural diversity. Further support? FREE online teacher’s support. “Fat Boy Swim should be force-fed to every secondary school child in the country.” The Sunday Telegraph Available in Hardback Alan Gibbons Shadow of the Minotaur Phoenix escapes the bullies at school by becoming a death-defying hero of the virtual reality game, The Legendeer. But battling Medusa and the Minotaur, Phoenix discovers that The Legendeer is more than just a game, as it captures him in its deadly maze … Carniege Medal Shortlist “Unputdownable” The Guardian Available in Hardback Eoin Colfer Artemis Fowl See page 31 for more information about this title Frank Cottrell Boyce Cosmic See page 31 for more information about this title Frank Cottrell Boyce Millions See page 31 for more information about this title F.E. Higgins The Black Book of Secrets See page 31 for more information about this title Available in Hardback 33
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