Barbara Catchpole taught for over forty years before becoming a full time writer. Her interest in special needs education and disability issues was first sparked by her middle son, who was born profoundly deaf. Barbara has taught as a Special Needs Coordinator and has held leadership positions in several schools, including Academies. She has also worked as SENCo in a secure training centre. Barbara writes primarily for reluctant and struggling readers, with the aim of entertaining the reader and developing empathy for the characters. Pig is her finest example to date.
Interest Age:
7
Reading Age:
8
Category:
Literacy
Strand:
Reluctant Reader
When Pig's best friend Raj is suddenly taken ill Pig has to get him to hospital as soon as possible. With the help of a wheelbarrow and an empty bus lane Pig does his best. Can Pig save Raj from exploding OK it's not quite that bad. But it's still bad.