This exciting non-fiction text allows pupils to discover the inner workings of the human body through bold illustrations, diagrams, flaps and accessible text. Recommended for KS2
This is a thoroughly enjoyable read suitable for lower KS2. It tells the story of Anzo (whose name ironically means ‘giant’), a boy who becomes increasingly concerned about how short he is compared to his family and friends. Through his desperate attempts to change his height, Anzo realizes that growing taller might not be the key to solving all of his problems. This is a compassionate story told with the right balance of humour and poignancy and one that is likely to strike a chord with readers who have experienced the tension between fitting in and feeling free to be themselves.
This is a funky graphic novel following the journey of food through the digestive system. It also comes with a glossary and links to websites with further information.
Entertaining and quirky, The Astounding Broccoli Boy tells the story of a boy called Rory who unexpectedly turns green. Stuck in a hospital isolation ward with the less-than-ideal companion of the school bully, who has also turned green, Rory must figure out what is happening to him and find a way to be a superhero no matter what he looks like on the outside. A very funny story that makes a good choice to read aloud in KS2.
This is a bright and colourful non-fiction text about the human body. The simple question-and-answer format makes it easy to gather lots of information and the interactive flaps keep young readers interested. This is the kind of non-fiction text that children like to choose to read and read again.
This book contains a detailed breakdown of what goes on inside the human body. Suitable for upper KS2, the text holds a wealth of information organised into accessible bullet points, clear photographs, pull-out wall posters and very detailed diagrams. The structure into key sections makes it easy to find information quickly and we particularly liked the acetate sheet overlays that display different layers over the top of each other. A useful support for learning about human biology in KS2.
A hilarious award-winning story on the theme of teeth and an excellent text to read aloud. It tells the story of young Alfie, who has rotten teeth, and his quest to get to the bottom of the strange things that are happening in his town. Is the villainous Demon Dentist to blame?
Part of the Your Brilliant Body series, this visually appealing information text looks at the fascinating science behind the process of breathing in and out. You may also like the other books in this recommended series too, such as Your Growling Guts and Dynamic Digestive System and Your Growing Body and Clever Reproductive System.
This powerful novel from award-winning children’s author Malorie Blackman tells the story of a young boy called Cameron who suffers from heart disease.
The novel deals with the contemporary issue of animal organ transplants and is a gripping read from the first page.
Suitable for upper KS2 and lower KS3.
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