Intended for shared and guided group reading, in Key Stage, 2 Y3-4/P4-5, this book features Freddy who is only three when the Second World War begins, and all he knows is that his father has gone away and may not be back for some time. By the time the war ends he is nine, and he knows a lot more. This book is one of a series, the aim of which is to resource that part of the National Literacy Strategy that calls for a shared and guided group reading of a common text within the structure of the Literacy Hour framework. The series provides multiple copies of the books for group reading, along with teachers' resource books containing both lesson plans within the Literacy Hour structure as well as supporting photocopiable activity sheets for pupils. Lessons are organised under headings of "Whole-Class Work", "Group Work" and "Plenary". An overview grid provides at-a-glance information about the word, sentence and text-level work covered. It provides background information about the book, including a synopsis, details about the author and illustrator, and what particular opportunities the story offers for literacy teaching. Each teacher's book has an A1 double-sided, text-based poster in the middle for use as a shared text for whole-class teaching.

 

This book is part of a book series called Literacy Hour Units .

This book is suitable for Key Stage 2. KS2 covers school years 4, 5 and 6, and ages 8-11 years. A key stage is any of the fixed stages into which the national curriculum is divided, each having its own prescribed course of study. At the end of each stage, pupils are required to complete standard assessment tasks. This book is part of a reading scheme, meaning that it is a book aimed at children who are learning to read.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published 1999 by Scholastic .

Fiona Collins is a professional storyteller specialising in Welsh folklore and stories of strong women and girls. She is known for her attention to detail, love of language, and ability to make a connection with her audience. She is also known for her work in encouraging and championing young storytellers. She lives in Corwen, North Wales.