Race to the Frozen North: The Matthew Henson Story: 1

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In a very different time and place, Lauren Bogle, a mixed race girl discovered by a modelling agent on a school trip to London, is desperate to escape from her boring provincial life. Her guardian is dead set against the idea, fearful of what will happen to Lauren when the work starts coming in, the cameras start snapping and the vultures start circling. But Lauren can’t see beneath the glossy photos, the expensive apartments and the charisma of it all. She can’t see she is treading a path already walked by those closest to her, a path that leads to murder, to prison and to death. An uncompromising and compelling novel concerned with some of the life and death issues which face twenty-first century teenage girls. Powerful writing which should provoke much teenage discussion.’ Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+ About This Edition ISBN:

LKS2 Whole-Class Reading Planning - Explorer Theme - Tes Year 3/4 LKS2 Whole-Class Reading Planning - Explorer Theme - Tes

LoveReading4Kids exists because books change lives, and buying books through LoveReading4Kids means you get to change the lives of future generations, with 25% of the cover price donated to schools in need. Join our community to get personalised book suggestions, extracts straight to your inbox, 10% off RRPs, and to change children’s lives. Each lesson begins with an exploration of new vocabulary that children will be exposed to in that lesson. This super readable book written by acclaimed author Catherine Johnson is well paced, keeping the most reluctant of readers reading to the very end, wanting to discover Matthew Henson's story. Education Shed Ltd, Severn House, Severn Bridge, Riverside North, Bewdley, Worcestershire, UK, DY12 1ABSophie’s new home is a modern blue bungalow in a tiny village in Wales. It’s a long way from London and her friends, and a long way from Dad. It might be all right, she thinks, for ‘what I did in the holidays’, but not for living in forever. It gets worse when Sophie starts hearing the breathing at night. Then the ghost appears – dressed in rags and smelling awful but insisting that she is someone special. The last thing Sophie needs right now is to be haunted.

Race to the Frozen North / Young Quills reviews 2019 Race to the Frozen North / Young Quills reviews 2019

Everyone should read a chapter (or more, if they fancy) of their chosen story. Anyone who’s not reading aloud should mute themselves so it’s easy for everyone to hear. Matthew Henson was simply an ordinary man. That was, until Commander Robert E. Peary entered his life, and offered him a chance at true adventure. Henson would become navigator, craftsman, translator, and right-hand man on a treacherous journey to the North Pole. Defying the odds and the many prejudices that faced him to become a true pioneer. This is his incredible and often untold story. Matthew is a true and honest character who is an absolute delight to read from start to finish. It is based loosely on the historical tale of the real Matthew Henson - the first man to reach the North Pole - but whose story was kept suppressed because of the colour of his skin. This story opens a positive dialogue with young people about racism, prejudice and discrimination. There are plenty of opportunities to discuss how Matthew is treated by others around him and also the context of the time period. Personally, I was found myself really routing for Matthew throughout the story; I wanted him to be succeed. The narrative is delightfully engaging and educational; a historical tale I wasn't familiar with, so found fascinating to read.Use this interesting Matthew Henson Reading Comprehension Activity to help your child to develop their comprehension skills at home. The KS1 resource is split into three different levels to suit most children aged 5-7. Encourage your child to carefully read the fact file before answering a variety of questions. It is a great way to help you to know if your child is understanding what they are reading, while learning about an this important historical figure. The book was very compelling and gripping which encouraged me to read further to find out what was next. It recounts Matthew Henson’s life story and how he went from working for his violent stepmother to making his own life in Washington D.C by himself.

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I found Captain Childs a very interesting character because, as well as being a determined sailor, he accepted Matthew Henson – the main character – for who he was and what colour skin he had, because most white people wouldn’t have during this time. Last days of school… that final exam… the awkward visit to say goodbye to some of the teachers. Where will it all lead? Iestyn can’t be sure. Plotting a definite course is not the thing. For him, there’s more life in charging around the forestry in his mate’s car. Until the crash, that is. Until his mate takes up with Martine. Until Iestyn himself has his new job to worry about – and until, more unexpectedly, someone moves in on his feelings with such force that his world is turned upside down. Although there is some uncertainty about whether Robert Peary, Matthew Henson and their team were the first polar explorers to reach the North Pole, Matthew Henson remains an important explorer for children learn about. From there there are a range of more challenging questions (based on the KS2 reading content domains) for children to explore together and individually.Both thought-provoking and accessible, this is an impressive historical adventure.’ www.booktrust.org.uk