Tony Bradman brings the tension and danger of a thriller to Shakespeare's history play, Richard III.The deformed Richard weaves a web of intrigue, removing all obstacles that stand between him and the throne of England. An atmosphere of insecurity pervades, no one dare reveal their thoughts and danger lurks in the shadows. Once Richard achieves his goal, will danger turn its gaze on him? The Shakespeare Today series captures the magic of Shakespeare's text and sets it in an accessible and contemporary style.

The first two stories are wordless and complement Phase 1 of Letters and Sounds. Max's Box is a retelling of the story of how Max finds a silver box - a discovery that will change his life forever. Inside the box are four watches that allow the wearer to shrink. In In the Sky Max and Ant are camping in the garden when they see something strange in the sky little do they know that Nok the alien has just crash-landed on Earth. The further four books follow Letters and Sounds Phase 2, sets 1 and 2. In Splat! Cat and Tiger build a snowman in the park - if you look carefully, you may be able to...

A mix of well-known authors and bright new names look at what it is like to be a child in today's primary schools. A whole range of experiences are brought to life in this sparkling collection of new stories - a play with a difference, a school trip and how it feels to be the new kid. These are stories that are in a class of their own.

Endorsed for reading by Cambridge International Examinations, Cambridge Reading Adventures is our international Primary reading scheme. Yu is good at solving problems. But can he beat Gong Gong the water monster? Gold Band books are for children approaching independence in reading. Longer texts give the opportunity for more sustained reading while more complex language structures are used. Illustrations now offer only general support to the story. Contains full teaching support including learning outcomes, curriculum links and follow-up activities.

Endorsed for reading by Cambridge International Examinations, Cambridge Reading Adventures is our international Primary reading scheme. Mei runs away from home. What will happen when she is captured by the Pirate Queen? White Band books typically feature stories which explore 'why?' questions and include more complex sentences with a wider range of grammar. Contains full teaching support including learning outcomes, curriculum links and follow-up activities

A hilarious tale about a mischievous king who is desperate to show off his clever tricks to three unsuspecting princes. Find out what he gets up to, and whether anyone can beat him at his own game.

The story of how a young boy from Hawaii came to be on board a whaling ship and how his kindness saved him. Books in the Explorers strand are for learners who are reading a wide range of fiction and non-fiction with a good degree of accuracy and reasonable reading pace. Fiction books like this one contain chapters that allow for sustained reading over a period of time. Readers at this strand will be able to discuss their reading preferences and read critically considering the author's effectiveness. Contains full teaching support including learning outcomes, curriculum links and follow-up...

A gripping first-hand account of life back home during World War Two. Britain has been fighting the Second World War for five years and, with his father away serving in the navy, Jimmy feelsresponsible for looking after his mother and sister. But when he loses track of time at the cinema, Jimmy finds himself in real trouble. It's dark and the sirens are blaring - it's a bombing raid! Forced to spend the night in a shelter, when he finally gets home, there's no home to go to. The house has been bombed out and his mother and...

This title is part of Bug Club, the first whole-school reading programme that joins books with an online reading world to teach today's children to read. Purple Level A: Young Robin Hood: Marian To The Rescue ... Robin's new friend Marian is a real daredevil. When the Sheriff's men try to arrest Robin's mum, we find out just how daring Marian can be!