Romans topic books
Romans topic books for children aged 7-11 in KS2. This list includes nonfiction books and stories by Tony Bradman, Christina Balit, Andy Stanton, Theresa Breslin, Gary Northfield, and Marcia Williams.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Annelise Gray is a British author known for her contributions to children’s and young adult literature. She has a background in academia, having studied Classics at the University of Oxford. Gray has also worked as a journalist and editor, which has informed her writing style and approach to storytelling.
Gray’s debut novel, Racing the Clouds, was published in 2021. The book is the first in a series set in ancient Rome, focusing on the world of chariot racing. It has been well-received for its historical accuracy and engaging narrative. The sequel, Racing the Storm, continues the story and was released in 2022.
Her work is published by Zephyr, an imprint of Head of Zeus, which specialises in children’s and young adult fiction. Gray’s novels are noted for their detailed historical settings and strong character development, appealing to both young readers and educators interested in historical fiction.
Annelise Gray’s writing has been recognised for its educational value, making her books a popular choice in school libraries and among young readers with an interest in history. Her ability to weave historical facts into compelling narratives has established her as a distinctive voice in children’s literature.
In addition to her novels, Gray has contributed articles and essays to various publications, drawing on her expertise in history and literature. Her work continues to gain attention for its unique blend of historical detail and engaging storytelling.
Romans topic books for children aged 7-11 in KS2. This list includes nonfiction books and stories by Tony Bradman, Christina Balit, Andy Stanton, Theresa Breslin, Gary Northfield, and Marcia Williams.
Season 1, Episode 24 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for October 2024 and why DuckDuckGo is best for book searches.
September 2024’s set of book club recommendations features titles by Huw Lewis Jones & Ben Sanders, Derek Keilty & Magda Brol, Lizzie Daly, Sarah Bowie, Lilija Berzinska, Rob Harrell, Annelise Gray, Abdi Nazemian, Rima Orie & Catherine Doyle.
Here’s our selection of top new titles coming out in Autumn 2024. These reading recommendations include picture books, early and middle-grade fiction; young adult novels, poetry and non-fiction.
Circus Maximus: Return of the Champion really evokes the historical period of the story, as well as providing an action-packed plot. The plot is detailed and audacious and there is a list of characters, information on chariots, and historical references.
Circus Maximus: Rider of the Storm is a compelling David and Goliath story of a young woman who dreams of justice and strives for a fairer world. In the words of Dido’s grandfather Muttambaal: “Fight, Dido, fight. Fear is just another opponent.”
Season 1, Episode 9 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for April 2023, a look at our summer term children’s book picks and how Chat GPT could affect English teaching.
Season 1, Episode 8 of the School Reading List podcast. New book post, 30 great books for March 2023, a look at our poetry for 7-11-year-olds list and how the cost of living crisis is impacting children’s reading.
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