Bøker av Jillian Powell

It is 1948 and Preston is about to set sail on a journey that will change his life forever. He and his parents will travel on The Empire Windrush from Jamaica to start a new life in Britain. Join Preston on board and discover ... who was on this famous ship; how the passengers entertained themselves on the long journey; and what they thought of England when they arrived! You will also learn how the Windrush passengers have contributed to British life today.All Aboard the Empire Windrush is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will love reading the exciting collection of fiction and non-fiction written by top authors. Inspire them to keep reading through gripping stories and fascinating information books packed with rich language and stunning artwork. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 8-9 years

Yasha is sent to visit wicked Baba Yaga, who lives in the woods. Along the way she helps a gate with a rusty bolt, and a very hungry cat and dog. Will they repay her kindness when Yasha finds herself in trouble? Yasha and Baba is part of the Rocket Phonics range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Rocket Phonics builds a firm foundation in word reading through fresh and fully decodable phonics books for Pink A to Orange band. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 5-6 years

Leo dreams of playing for his school football team, but thinks he is too tall to play. At the big match, the team's goalkeeper hurts his knee and cannot continue. Can Leo come to the rescue and will he ever get to do his victory dance?Leo the Lion Keeper is part of the Rocket Phonics range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Rocket Phonics builds a firm foundation in word reading through fresh and fully decodable phonics books for Pink A to Orange band.Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 5-6 years

Looking at your body up close is amazing. Can you guess which part of the body this is? Photographic images Includes contents and index

Read & Respond provides teachers with a wealth of resources to teach Artemis Fowl. Notes and activities reflect the Curriculum for England and include assessment guidance.

In London's Smelly Story, find out about the city's history on a tour of whiffs through the ages!This book is part of Project X Origins, a ground-breaking guided reading programme for the whole school.

Read & Respond provides teachers with a wealth of resources to teach Journey to the River Sea. Notes and activities reflect the Curriculum for England and includes assessment guidance.

James is asked to sort the flyers for the school fete. Butterflies, balloons, birds and even an aeroplane aren't what his teacher had in mind! Nevertheless, James ends up saving the day. Illustrated by Philippe Dupasquier

Read & Respond provides teachers with a wealth of resources to teach Danny the Champion of the World. Notes and activities reflect the changes in the new 2014 Curriculum for England and now including interactive activities on CD-ROM.

Project X CODE Extra introduces more exciting adventure stories and stimulating non-fiction texts into the Project X CODE series, to provide additional practice outside of the core intervention sessions. What is the most deadly living thing in the sea? Come for a dive and find out in this Shark Dive non-fiction book.

Spend a day with a vet who travels around an African wildlife reserve, helping sick and injured animals. Find out about the important role vets play in this vibrant book. Oxford Reading Tree inFact is a series of engaging and imaginative non-fiction books which encourage reading for pleasure and are also phonically decodable.

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right level Wear a bright costume, bang a drum, dance and sing. Come and join the carnival as the Caribbean islands celebrate in style!

On a stormy night in February, Dame Gloria Glossop's million-pound necklace was stolen. Take on the case and see if you can solve the crime in this non-fiction book A Super Sleuth's Manual. This book is part of Project X Origins, a ground-breaking guided reading programme for the whole school.

Rapid Phonics is a literacy intervention which can be used with groups or individuals. Developed by Dr Marlynne Grant, Educational Psychologist, following extensive research, Rapid Phonics fiction and non-fiction titles are designed for pupils in Year 1 and above, who are having difficulties with phonics.

Explore the world with these fascinating, high interest reads.

Every winner of an Olympic event has had to work hard to get to the top, but some have to work even harder to succeed. Find out which athletes have overcome racial inequality, illness and disabilities to earn their medals.

This photographic non-fiction book gives children simple instructions for how to build their own tent in the garden using a sheet, a rope and some rocks.

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.

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.

Bold, colourful readers with kid-friendly characters and subjects they'd choose for themselves.

Find out what life was like for the children growing up during World War II. With photographs straight from the archives of the Imperial War Museum, Jillian Powell looks at rationing, schooling and evacuation and how the daily lives of children were affected by the war.

From pigeons and elephants to parachuting dogs - millions of animals helped in both world wars. This non-fiction book, with fascinating photographs from the archives of the Imperial War Museum, focuses on the animals that were involved and their bravery in the face of battle.

This non-fiction book explores what it was like to live through the First World War, from life in the trenches and the weapons used on the battlefield, to the war effort at home and the role that children played. This title has been written in conjunction with the Imperial War Museum and includes fascinating photographs from their archives.

This is a poem about Mrs. Mog, who lives in a house with 26 cats. Wherever you look you can be sure to find one, and they get all over the place! Illustrated by Korky Paul

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right level Have you ever been camping? Become an expert camper - find out how to read maps, set up camp, cook campfire food and even track wild-animals with this fun non-fiction information book. Stunning photographs and useful step-by-step drawings accompany the text.