Fire and Salt - Big Cat Read On

Cianne Let me tell you, there''s something strange happening on Maquba Island. I''ve seen a fiery orb, blazing through the sky every night, and there are strange plumes of smoke in the air. Ramone Fiery orb? Next Cianne will be saying it''s an alien, or that ghost woman Grandpops used to tell us stories about.There is that smoke, though. We could take a look ... just to make sure. About the Author and Book Talk questions invite the reader to think more deeply about the themes in the book and reflect on their reading experience. Online lesson plans provide guidance in using this book in a range of settings, including independent, social and whole-class reading - all designed to support the reader to connect with the book and encourage a positive attitude to reading.

About the author

Tarnelia loves a good story and is passionate about writing fiction for children- particularly vibrant stories showcasing diversity.
As a British Caribbean Author living in London, Tarnelia wished to combine elements of her Caribbean heritage and its cultural influences with life in London to weave entertaining stories that are not only rich in culture, but also engaging for children to relate to and learn from.
You can can keep an eye on what she's up to via her Instagram handle: @TarnMatthews

Product details

• Authors: Tarnelia Matthews
• Assisted by: Rachel Moss (Illustration)
• Publisher: Collins Reference
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 9 to 11
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 28.04.2025
• EAN: 9780008744915
• ISBN: 978-0-00-874491-5
• Dimensions: 130 mm x 198 mm x 10 mm
• Series: Collins Big Cat; Big Cat Read On
• Subjects: Education and learning > Schoolbooks, general education schools; JUVENILE FICTION / School & Education, English, Interest age: from c 9 years, For National Curriculum Key Stage 2, For National Curriculum Key Stage 2 (England and Wales), For primary education, Educational: English language: readers & reading schemes, EDUCATION / Teaching / Subjects / Reading & Phonics, EDUCATION / Schools / Levels / Elementary