Modern Classic

Cressida Cowell has a passion for developing the creative intelligence of children and she believes that reading allows the reader to grow three superpowers: creativity, empathy and intelligence.

These classroom ideas are based around Cressida’s beloved 12-book How to Train Your Dragon series and are designed to inspire these superpowers by exploring children’s imagination and allowing their creativity to come to the fore.

Themes: Courage | Family | Creativity | Imagination | Empathy

The Magic Faraway Tree: A New Adventure is the irresistible new story from Jacqueline Wilson, inspired by Enid Blyton’s world and characters. Return to the Enchanted Wood and climb the Faraway Tree to discover new worlds full of adventure.

Themes: Magical worlds | Instructional Writing | Descriptive Writing | Storytelling | Imagination and Creativity | Exploring the Natural World

David Almond’s timeless classic Skellig about love, loss and hope, now available in a stunning 25th anniversary edition featuring illustrations by Tom de Freston.

Discussion questions also available.

David Almond’s timeless classic Skellig about love, loss and hope, now available in a stunning 25th anniversary edition featuring illustrations by Tom de Freston. These discussion questions also contain links to other available teaching resources.

Themes: Family | Grief | New beginning | Friendship | Siblings

Display poster also available.