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Collins Big Cat Progress-Purple Band 8/Sapphire Band 16: The Terror Birds
On their way to a camping trip, Jack and Sam stumble on an old cave, and find themselves travelling through time to help Jason and the Argonauts and King Phineus to escape from the food-stealing harpies. This exciting graphic novel was written by Linda Chapman and illustrated by Dylan Coburn.
• 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: A graphic novel
ISBN: 9780007498543
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Collins Big Cat Progress-Purple Band 8/Sapphire Band 16: Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson was the first black footballer in the UK. Find out how he reached this position and what life was like for professional footballers in 1870 in this biography of the sportsman by Adam Sunderland.
• 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: A biography
ISBN: 9780007498550
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Collins Big Cat Progress-Purple Band 8/Ruby Band 14: The Penalty
Lucas is the best in his football team at taking penalties. He never misses – ever. But one day that all changes and Lucas has to learn to deal with his mistake, finding a way of building up his confidence once again … This thought-provoking story was written by Tom Palmer.
• 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: A story with a familiar setting
ISBN: 9780007498529
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Collins Big Cat Progress-Purple Band 8/Ruby Band 14: Motorcross
Discover the exciting world of motocross racing – from tricks and jumps to the World Championship – in this photographic information book by Adrian Bradbury.
• 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
ISBN: 9780007498536
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Collins Big Cat Progress-Purple Band 8/Diamond Band 17: The Pier
She sits in her bedroom overlooking the harbour, remembering how it looks when a storm arrives, when the walk across the pier to the lighthouse is fraught with danger – and horrible memories. This beautiful story was written by Anne Curtis and illustrated by Chris Corner.
• 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: A mystery story
ISBN: 9780007498567
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Collins Big Cat Progress-Purple Band 8/Diamond Band 17: Bomber Command: Night Raid
During the Second World War, bomber planes were used in combat. With photographs straight from the archives of the Imperial War Museum, discover what it was like to be a bomber pilot in preparation for a dangerous but important mission.
• 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: A non-fiction report
ISBN: 9780007498574
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Collins Big Cat Progress-Purple Band 8/Copper Band 12: The Monster of Pit Street
Nick has just moved to Pit Street, so he and his best friend Jess help to unpack and explore the new house, including the spooky cellar. But what they don’t realise, is that something else has been living deep in the cellar and doesn’t want to be disturbed … With an unexpected twist in its tale, this wonderful story was written by Simon Cheshire.
• 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: A mystery story
ISBN: 9780007498505
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Collins Big Cat Progress-Purple Band 8/Copper Band 12: Elephant Rescue
Find out what happens in a rescue centre for orphan elephants – from feeding time to bath time – in this beautiful photographic information book by Louise Spilsbury.
• 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: A non-chronological report
ISBN: 9780007498512
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Collins Big Cat Progress-Orange Band 6/Sapphire Band 16: Real Cricket
As he spends his days playing makeshift cricket, Adnan dreams of playing the game professionally for a team. When one of Adnan’s games ends with a damaged car, he fears his chances of practising will be over – his future all depends on what the owner of the car says to his parents … This lovely story was written by Tom Palmer.
• 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: A story with a familiar setting
ISBN: 9780007498383
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Collins Big Cat Progress-Orange Band 6/Sapphire Band 16: Incredible Ironman
The Ironman triathlon competition is the ultimate test of endurance. Find out how competitors train and compete in such a gruelling event in this exciting photographic non-fiction report by Mary Colson.
• 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
ISBN: 9780007498390
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Collins Big Cat Progress – Orange Band 6/Sapphire Band 16: The Red Light
A steam train is slowly making its way through a terrible thunderstorm towards its destination. Suddenly, out of the darkness comes a lonely figure with a haunting message for the passengers … This spooky tale, written by Alan Durant, has been beautifully illustrated by Dave Hill.
• 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: A mystery story
ISBN: 9780007498369
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Collins Big Cat Progress – Orange Band 6/Ruby Band 14: Search and Rescue Dogs
Search and rescue dogs play a crucial part in helping people in danger. Find out how they are trained and what they can do to help the humans who are risking their lives to save others in this book by Chris Oxlade.
• 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
ISBN: 9780007498376
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Collins Big Cat Progress-Orange Band 6/Diamond Band 17: World War II: Secret Agent
It’s 1941 and you are a secret agent for Great Britain. Find out what training and skills you need to ensure you achieve your mission and return home safely. This instruction book was written by Jillian Powell, with photos straight from the archives of the Imperial War Museum.
• 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: A non-fiction report
ISBN: 9780007498413
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Collins Big Cat Progress-Orange Band 6/Diamond Band 17: Goodbye to All That
It’s a young boy’s last day at primary school, and he excitedly lists off all the points he won’t miss when he goes to “Big School”. But is there anything he will miss? This thought-provoking story was written by Dave Cousins.
• 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: A story with a familiar setting
ISBN: 9780007498406
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Collins Big Cat Progress – Orange Band 6/Copper Band 12: The Story of Skateboarding
How were skateboards invented? What tricks do skateboarders do and what competitions can they enter? Find out all about this sport, packed with exciting photos and written by Andrew Peters.
• 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: A non-fiction report
ISBN: 9780007498352
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Collins Big Cat Progress – Orange Band 6/Copper Band 12: Fossil Finder
Follow the amazing true story of Mary Anning, a child from a poor family who sold seashells for a living and stumbled across a world of dinosaurs and fame. This fascinating story was written by Lou Kuenzler and illustrated in a graphic novel style.
• 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: A graphic novel
ISBN: 9780007498345