Book band: White (Ideal for ages 6+)
Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
A laugh-out-loud animal adventure, perfect for children practicing their reading at home or in school.
Alfie the meerkat is tired of doing what he's told. Life should be more than just digging holes and standing guard. He craves adventure and excitement, not babysitting duty! So when a film crew for a nature program arrives in the desert, Alfie decides to take action. Is this his chance to become a star?
This exciting adventure from award-winning author Karen Wallace (author of the Alice the Anteater series) is ideal for children who are learning to read independently and for Key Stage 1. Features captivating illustrations by Ellie O'Shea and quirky characters that young readers will find irresistible.
Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, offering book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is suitable for both home and school, with beautiful color illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, created by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com.
“Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, challenging, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.” - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher
Pages: 48, Publication Year: 1001, Dimensions: 14.2x14.2cm
