Hot-air balloons, gliders, solar-powered planes. . . Climb board and find out about the world of aircraft.

Gold/Band 9 fiction books offer developing readers literary language and stories with distinctive characters.

Text type An information book.

A contents page can be found at the front of the book and a glossary and index on pages 20 and 21.

Curriculum links History: "Events beyond living memory that are significant nationally or globally for example, the first aeroplane flight].""

This captivating information book explores the life of one of nature s most elusive animals. From where they live and how they hunt to how we can protect them in the future, Jen Green s clear writing style tells readers all they need to know about snow leopards.

Collins Big Cat Progress books are specifically designed for children at Key Stage 2 who have a Key Stage 1 reading level, giving them age-appropriate texts that they can read, building their confidence and fostering positive attitudes towards reading.

Text type: An information book"