Monthly Archives: September 2018

How to Help Children Become Really Good Researchers

Posted on September 24, 2018 by alibrarylady

There was a conversation on Twitter recently about the use of KWL grids in primary schools.  This method for organising a research session asks three questions: What  is already known [K], What would like to be known [W] and What … Continue reading →

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The Lost Diary of Sami Star by Karen McCombie

Posted on September 20, 2018 by alibrarylady

In her latest book for Barrington Stoke Karen McCombie captures the voice of a young girl who feels she is invisible to her family and friends but gradually discovers that friendship can be found in the most unlikely places. Life … Continue reading →

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Race to the Frozen North – The Matthew Henson Story by Catherine Johnson

Posted on September 18, 2018 by alibrarylady

This is a remarkable story about an equally remarkable man and this enjoyable retelling ensures that his story will reach the wider audience it deserves. Eleven year old orphan Matthew runs away from his violent stepmother to try to find … Continue reading →

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Armistice Runner by Tom Palmer

Posted on September 9, 2018 by alibrarylady

This thought provoking story follows Lily as she uncovers the story of her brave ancestor. Lily has a lot of worries. She is struggling to compete in her fell running races and unable to concentrate on her training because she … Continue reading →

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Firebird by Elizabeth Wein

Posted on September 5, 2018 by alibrarylady

Nastia is a fearless pilot, the daughter of revolutionaries and now as the Second World War envelops Russia she must fight to protect her beloved country from the invading German army. Nastia is determined to fly a fighter-plane but instead … Continue reading →

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