Build your child’s reading confidence at home with books at the right level
There’s something mysterious about the big, old house across the river. So when Archie and his two friends are offered a job tidying the attic, they jump at the chance. But sifting through the mess, they stumble upon something priceless, leaving them with a difficult decision. This exciting story by Chris Powling is illustrated by Martin Ursell.
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 442 in the Collins Big Cat Series. See all Collins Big Cat books here.
See More Educational: English language: readers & reading schemes
No one has written a review for 'The House Across the Quaggy: Band 18/Pearl'
Why not be the first to share your opinion?
Chris Powling is the author of the Harry the Dog series (Jets) and numerous other storybooks for young children. He has been a teacher at all levels and was the editor of Books for Keeps for seven years. He now writes fulltime and also presents a monthly review programme on Classic FM.
More about Chris PowlingMartin has illustrated many books for children, including the award-winning Song of Pentecost by W.J. Corbett, books by Roald Dahl, Terry Jones, Marina Warner, Ted Hughes, Dick-King Smith and, recently, J.K. Rowling.|Martin has illustrated many books for children, including the award-winning Song of Pentecost by W.J. Corbett, books by Roald Dahl, Terry Jones
More about Martin Ursell
