Advantages: Really informal. Great resource for kids. Disadvantages: None.
I just got this book from my local Oxfam in a pack with the other three books in the series (which are Mountains, Deserts and Polar Regions - I'll be reviewing them later). This is, so far, the only one of the books I've read. I found it really imfo ...
Advantages: History in a chronological format, told in story form. Disadvantages: Slightly old fashioned in its approach, ceases with the Victorian era..
Our Island Story I have always loved history, but feel my knowledge is somewhat lacking at times. Having just made that statement, it has improved since I started working in schools….I think I can safely say I have helped make enough Roman shields ...
Advantages: Clearly set out, huge amount of words and other specifics. Disadvantages: None.
I have used a host of Children's dictionaries in the classroom, ranging from the most basic picture dictionaries to more advanced ones and I still have my faithful 'bumper' Collins English Dictionary from when I was in secondary education which I suppose ...
Advantages: fun illustrations Disadvantages: not as well written as I would have expected
Preston Pig is a charming and somewhat lucky character who features in quite a few of Colin McNaughton's picture books. In Oomph!, Preston and his family go to the seaside for their holiday where he makes a new little friend called Max. They have great ...
