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Two stories, “The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street” and “Ottoline and the Yellow Cat”, begin with similar introductions, including descriptions of the setting, characters, and their pets. These engaging and familiar… Read More
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A badger, Pete is obsessed with cleanliness and eventually understands the impact of his actions. Badger wants the forest to be perfect and does everything he can to make this… Read More
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I am still reading “Impossible Creatures” and writing quotes for model writing. Here are a few about a creature and a bird. “Above their heads, three birds flew, eagle-sized and… Read More
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Grandfather arrives from India on a visit to his grandchildren’s house, following imaginative stories about his country of origin. Grandad finds warmth and great hospitality from the family, who settled… Read More
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Another excellent character description by Katherine Rundell can serve as an example of teaching key features of a character in KS2. Read More
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A girl shares unconditional love with her Indian grandad. The little girl and granddad are inseparable, fond of each other, sharing moments that unfold during the seasons. They explore nature,… Read More
