A beautifully crafted chapter book by former Children's Laureate
Michael Morpurgo. Perfect for children learning to read.
Annie's father is going to knock down the old barn and build a new one.
What will happen to Colly the swallow and all the other birds and
animals that live there? Annie is worried about their safety. But one
night something amazing happens and she realises that the birds are
wiser than she could ever have imagined ...
The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It
features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite topics, so
that children will find something to excite and engage them in every
title they pick up. It's the first step towards a lasting love of
reading.
Level 3 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for fluent readers who are
beginning to read exciting, challenging stories independently.
Varied sentences
Detailed illustrations to enjoy
Chapters
Interesting characters and themes
A rich range of vocabulary
More complex storylines to stretch confident readers
All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy
consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen
to support their children's reading.
For more information about the series and advice on supporting
children's reading, visit: www.egmont.co.uk/readingladder
Book band: White.