Kites - Year 4
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Mrs Matthews - Class Teacher
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Class Texts - Autumn
1. The Queen’s Nose
The Queen’s Nose - Harmony's uncle sends her on a treasure trail – which disappointingly ends in her finding a 50p piece. But the coin is a magic one, and when you rub the queen's nose, your wishes will come true! From the number one author for animal magic comes this wonderful new edition of a much-loved classic.
2. The Girl who Stole an Elephant
The Girl Who Stole an Elephant by Nizrana Farook is a thrilling adventure story set on the island of Serendib. The main character, Chaya, is a brave and outspoken hero who steals trinkets from the rich to help those in need, believing it is the right thing to do. However, her actions lead to unintended consequences, putting her and her friends in danger. The story explores themes of friendship, power, and the complexities of class systems, as Chaya's journey reveals the hidden struggles of her community and the moral dilemmas she faces. The vivid descriptions of the lush jungle and the rich characters make the narrative engaging and thought-provoking.
Young, Gifted and Black
Meet 52 icons of colour from the past and present in this celebration of inspirational achievement – a collection of stories about changemakers to encourage, inspire and empower the next generation of changemakers. Jamia Wilson has carefully curated this range of black icons and the book is stylishly brought together by Andrea Pippins’ colourful and celebratory illustrations.
Written in the spirit of Nina Simone’s song “To Be Young, Gifted, and Black,” this vibrant book is a perfect introduction to both historic and present-day icons and heroes. Meet figureheads, leaders and pioneers such as Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela and Rosa Parks, as well as cultural trailblazers and athletes like Stevie Wonder, Oprah Winfrey and Serena Williams.
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