# sundaymorningbookblether oldbutgold ourfpbookblether our4pbookblether ourfp

The Science of Breakable Things is spectacular. Small Things is wonderfully done, has even more impact when you learn about the struggles of the author. Virginia Wolf is subtle and opens up a lot of discussion.

3 14
2021-05-16

I 🧡 your shout outs, Ben and 'The Iron Man' is an especially golden nugget, with a genius opening page: "Never before had the Iron Man seen the sea. He swayed in the strong wind ... on the brink of the high cliff." 🤖

1 4
2021-03-28

So yeah, reading has played a massive part in shaping me into the person I am today. I went on to get an English Lit degree and now I get to teach reading and writing to kids - and even write the occasional book.

Plus, you know, superheroes are cool.

0 1
2021-02-28

A wonderful fictionalised biography telling the true story of explorer Matthew Henson. So many opportunities to talk about travel, exploration and equality. is a genius.

5 47
2021-02-24

Fantasy / steampunk is a good entry point by which to get kids interested in history, like Wildspark and Cogheart. Not historically accurate by any means, but fabulous stories that will capture their imaginations and motivate them to find out more.

0 6
2021-02-21

Spinderella is great for helping young children understand the practical side of maths

4 11
2021-02-10

Blending with non-fiction, these well-researched biographies can be a really good entry point to a prominent mathematician’s life and a stepping stone for further research.

3 35
2021-02-10

Great choice of text. Had it ready to share this eve. So many quality texts to explore shape, space and measure.
Love the link to positional vocabulary in picturebooks. Always trying to negate the ‘that bit’ or ‘there!’ 👍🏼

0 6
2021-02-10

Pairing fiction and non-fiction works really well for this. Eg: Did that really happen? Let's check...

2 22
2021-02-03

Although it’s about very modern event, this has been a gift to help develop understanding of refugees and displaced peoples throughout history. The fact it’s something seen on the news helps root the knowledge of impacts of war in empathy and reality I think.

1 10
2021-02-03

Shaun Tan is such an original talent, isn't he? There's something otherworldly about his gorgeous illustrations, whilst his books communicate real world truths. 🙌🏾

I'd be hard pressed to pick a favourite. 🧡

4 12
2021-01-24

A few that I’m really looking forward to reading this year:
Missed it on original publication, however, ‘A Nest of Vipers’ by the superb is being republished in August. Raymond and Polly’s Picturebook looks 👌🏼

3 6
2021-01-03

A2. My class have loved the interactivity & engagement with Fighting Fantasy books. There’s an ace example of practice on the OU website which explores how this might work. Super for cross-chat book talk. A great gateway into reading!

https://t.co/l3HQKM2D3m

1 13
2020-11-24

For me, sharing texts w/ challenging themes, you have to have a really good awareness of the lives of the readers in your class. Sometimes texts can open up experiences/thoughts/emotions long since buried. It’s important to create that safe space for discussion.

4 16
2020-11-17

Ready for next Tuesday's Start saving those book covers. managed almost 50 last week 😉📚
Definitely lots of scope for Secondary colleagues https://t.co/Gs3phjw2Dh

5 26
2020-11-14

Not a memory as a child, but the strongest memory I have of someone reading short stories aloud is my PGCE mentor. He finished most days with a Paul Jennings story and the kids loved it. Had a huge impact on me and my practice.

2 28
2020-11-10

Ready for tomorrow’s ? Here’s the questions in advance, alongside some of my favourites.
All welcome.
Tomorrow 8-9pm.
https://t.co/F4VHvUwD0H

1 4
2020-11-09

I'd love to get a chance one day to read this with a group of children or a class. But, I was really interesting reading it with my son. It kind of took on a whole new meaning mid way through lockdown.

2 4
2020-11-04

I couldn't get through a whole without mentioning these. Both absolutely perfect for Year 4 and two of my favourite read-alouds. Edging towards classic status already I feel.

5 52
2020-11-03