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It's a Dog's Life


Rascal Series

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No. of pages 48

Published: 2016

Great for age 5-8 years

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A funny, heartwarming animal story from a master storyteller, perfect for children learning to read. Lula always likes me to go with her to the end of the lane. She loves a bit of a cuddle and a lick or two before the school bus comes. Oh Russ, she whispers. A horse. Its all I want for my birthday. And Im thinking excuse me, but whats so great about a horse? Isnt a dog good enough? The touching tale of one girl and her dog exploring farm life, from Britains best-loved childrens author, Michael Morpurgo. The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite topics, so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. Its the first step towards a lasting love of reading. Level 2 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for readers who are growing in confidence and are beginning to enjoy longer stories. Clear type Up to 8 lines per page Bright, appealing pictures for added interest A variety of sentence structures A wider range of vocabulary Strong themes and characters to discuss All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support their childrens reading. Book band: Purple

 

 

This book features in the following series: Rascal Series, Reading Ladder, Reading Ladder Level 2 .

This book has been graded for interest at 5-7 years.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2016 by HarperCollins Publishers .

Michael Morpurgo has brought together poems by writers as diverse as Spike Milligan and Stevie Smith, John Lennon and Jo Shapcott. Alison Ritchie works as a freelance editor and writer and has published several children's books. She lives in an Oxfordshire village with her two children and dog. Hannah George grew up in a house in the woods, a stone's throw from the sea. She began storytelling through small drawings in a series of A6 sketchbooks, which came with her on adventures and holidays. She studied illustration at Falmouth University, and since graduating in 2005 she has continually illustrated for Magazines, Card companies and Publishers.

 

This book is in the following series:

Reading Ladder Level 2

Reading Ladder
The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite topics, so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. It's the first step towards a lasting love of reading. All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support their children's reading.Level 1: Perfect for new readers who are beginning to read simple stories with help. Covers book band colours Pink, Red, Yellow, Blue and Green.Level 2 Perfect for readers who are growing in confidence and are beginning to enjoy longer stories. Covers book band colours Orange, Turquoise and Purple.Level 3: Perfect for fluent readers who are beginning to read exciting, challenging stories independently. Covers book band colours Gold, White and Lime.

Rascal Series

"Gentle and safe, this picture book's world, where the greatest conflict is cake falling on the floor, is an agreeable one."--Booklist