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victorian tales the fabulous flyer

Victorian Tales: The Fabulous Flyer

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Chapter book

The Fabulous Flyer is part of Terry Deary’s fantastic series of short, fictional chapter books set in different historical periods.

The Fabulous Flyer tells the story of Henri Giffard and his attempt to make the first ever powered flying machine in 1852, with the help of urchin girl Marie. He plans to fly the machine in front of a crowd of thousands.  The relationship between Marie and Mr Gifford is quite touching, and it always adds interest to a story when a villain is featured too.

Interestingly, at the back of the book, there is a section entitled ‘True History’ which also gives you a little more background information and facts on the subject of the book, including the development of flight during the Victorian period.

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viking tales the battle for the viking gold

Viking Tales: The Battle for the Viking Gold

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Chapter book

Whitby, Northern England, 867. Edwin and Luke are young boys training to be monks. It’s a quiet life, until one day the Vikings invade. The boys are terrified of the fearsome Danes, whose gods are even more terrifying warriors than they are. What will happen if the boys are caught?

Terry Deary’s Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people from history and take place in some of the most recognisable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

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victorian tales the twisted tunnels

Victorian Tales: The Twisted Tunnels

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Chapter book

In a tunnel under the Thames, an urchin named Jenny and the young Queen Victoria dream of a wonderful new idea – underground trains! Twenty years later, the dream is finally becoming a reality. However, the construction of the Underground is tearing London apart and destroying the home of Jenny and her family. When Jenny comes face-to-face with the Queen again – will she tell her about the human cost of the ‘dream’?

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greek tales the boy who cried horse

Greek Tales: The Boy Who Cried Horse

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Chapter book

Young Acheron is a liar. Everybody knows it. Troy is under siege and Acheron tells tales of Trojan bravery to entertain Prince Paris and the beautiful Helen at the palace. But when a stranger comes to the city to announce that the Greeks have departed, leaving a special gift of a wooden horse, Acheron is suspicious. He races to tell Prince Paris about the Greek plot, but will anyone at the palace believe him?

Terry Deary’s Greek Tales explore the world of Ancient Greece through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time.

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The Captive Celt

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Chapter book

The year is AD 51 and Bran is a slave, a prisoner of Rome, but dreams of one day returning to his homeland, Britannia, to fight against the Romans. When the proud young slave is overheard criticizing Rome, he is thrown into prison and faces execution the next day. Luckily, his cellmate Caratacus is a very special prisoner indeed – a British chief. He believes he has a way to save both their skins, but he’ll need Bran’s help.

A tale based on a key moment in Roman history, full of Terry Deary‘s dark humour and dry wit.

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Tudor Tales: The Prince, the Cook and the Cunning King

Tudor Tales: The Prince, the Cook and the Cunning King

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Chapter book

From the author of the popular Horrible Histories, this book is part of the ‘Tudor Tales’ series. The story is about a young boy who dares to challenge King Henry VII’s claim to the throne. The text, which is accompanied by fun illustrations, is easily accessible to most pupils in lower KS2. You may also like the other tales in this series: The Thief, the Fool and the Big Fat King, The Maid, the Witch and the Cruel Queen and The Actor, the Rebel and the Wrinkled Queen.

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