Adrian Bradbury was born in Manchester and worked as a PE teacher before moving overseas to teach English in Europe, the Middle East and Far East. After returning to England he worked as Deputy Head in three schools and now divides his time between teaching and writing. As well as writing educational materials for HarperCollins and other publishers, he also writes humorous football books for children. His hobbies include playing the piano and all sports.
Interest Age:
6
Category:
Literacy
Strand:
Hi Lo Reader
Collins Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 4--7 edited by Cliff Moon. Top children's authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that your children will love to read, banded to help you choose the right book for every child. Practical teaching notes are included at the back of each book. The Pet Detective faces a special challenge when Kara's pet tortoise, Rocket, goes missing. Has the tortoise been squashed on a motorway? Eaten by a hungry goat? Chewed up by a dog? The Pet Detective follows the clues to find out what's happened. Well known author Jana Hunter has written a fast-paced, funny story, supported by humorous artwork, which developing readers will love. A final double page spread shows all the things a Pet Detective needs on a case, to support recapping the story. The Ball Burglary is another book in the same miniseries. Gold (Band 9) fiction books offer developing readers literary language and stories with distinctive characters.