Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.
Follow Hector Parrot, schoolboy detective, on an exciting new adventure! The town’s sweet treats are currently under attack, and with the Baking Competition quickly approaching, time is of the essence! Will Hector Parrot be able to uncover the sweet-tooth thief before it is too late?
Purple/Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.
Pages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.
Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
This is Book 1144 in the Collins Big Cat Series. See all Collins Big Cat books here.
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