Livewires
35 total works
The texts in this series are aimed at teenagers and adults with reading ages below ten, or adult students learning English as a foreign language. They are assessed by the Basic Skills Agency for content, structure and layout, and are designed specifically to sustain students' interest with storylines and illustrations. Written by special needs teachers, the "Real Lives" books are biographies of stars from sport, film, music, politics and history, and are aimed at those with reading ages between six and ten years.
Stimulating and accessible, the titles in the LIVEWIRE series have been produced in association with The Basic Skills Agency to ensure a non-patronising approach towards the requirements of readers with special needs. They provide teenagers/adult interest level fiction and non-fiction for those with reading ages below 10, or adult students learning English as a second language. Each book is graded at one of the following reading ages: 6-7, 7-8, 8-9 or 9-10. All LIVEWIRE books are written by qualified Special Needs teachers, and are expertly assessed and subtly colour-coded for the appropriate reading age.
Chillers is a series of thrilling stories full of suspense. Each story has a twist to chill the bravest of hearts. The Ride to Hell by Iris Howden. The bus came out of the fog. My nightmare was about to begin. It became a ride to hell.
"Livewire" is a series of reading materials with a teenage or adult interest level for those with reading ages below ten. This title is part of the "Real Lives" sports series, and discusses the Arsenal football team. It is designed specifically for people with reading ages of nine or ten, and aims to engage the interest of the reader in a non-patronizing way, and lead towards the attainment of a higher reading ability. It is accessible in layout and design, and there are many facts and illustrations. All "Livewire" books have been written by qualified special needs teachers and have been designed, checked and graded in association with the Basic Skills Agency. The "Real Lives" series offers biographies in the categories of: sport; film and music; and politics and history.
Stimulating and accessible, the titles in the LIVEWIRE series have been produced in association with The Basic Skills Agency to ensure a non-patronising approach towards the requirements of readers with special needs. They provide teenagers/adult interest level fiction and non-fiction for those with reading ages below 10, or adult students learning English as a second language. Each book is graded at one of the following reading ages: 6-7, 7-8, 8-9 or 9-10. All LIVEWIRE books are written by qualified Special Needs teachers, and are expertly assessed and subtly colour-coded for the appropriate reading age. The books in the LIVEWIRE REAL LIVES strand contain fascinating stories of popular music stars, famous historical figures, Hollywood actors, TV personalities and top sports people. Destiny's Child recounts the difficult history of the successful girl band, including details about their albums and tours and the ventures of the individual members.
To ensure accessibility and readability, Hodder & Stoughton have worked with The Basic Skills Agency on "Livewire" - a series of reading material with a teenage or adult interest level for those with a reading age of 10 or below, or for adult students learning English as a second or foreign language. It offers teenagers and adults appropriate fiction and non-fiction which is graded at reading ages 6-7, 7-8, 8-9, and 9-10. The books aim to engage the interest of the reader in a motivating and non-patronizing way, and lead him or her towards the attainment of a higher reading level. "Livewire Real Lives" is in the non-fiction part of the series and provides illustrated biographies in the categories of sport, film, music, politics and history, and may be used in the Literacy Hour to bridge the gap between NC levels 2/3 and level 4. It is designed to be accessible in layout and content and offers facts and photographs to sustain the interest of the beginner reader. All "Livewire" books are written by experienced and qualified special needs teachers.
Real Lives is a series of books about famous people from the worlds of: Sport; Film and Music; Politics and History. This book will be of interest to readers of all ages. It has clear, easy-to-read text and a variety of photographs.
Chillers is a series of thrilling stories full of suspense. Each story has a twist to chill the bravest of hearts. The Green Man by Sandra Woodcock. Eddie has a job to do fast. He has to clear some trees to make way for a supermarket. 'The Greens' are holding him up. He creeps into their camp at night... and comes face to face with horror.
Written by experienced special needs teachers, and fully assessed by The Basic Skills Agency to ensure accessibility in both layout and content, the "Livewire: Real Lives" series features personalities from sport, film and music, politics and history.
Michael Jackson by Mike Wilson. The Real Lives books are about famous people from the worlds of: Sport; Film and Music; Politics and History. This book tells the story of Michael Jackson, the famous pop star. It has photographs from his life and concerts, including shots of The Jackson Five and Earth Song.
Mel Gibson by Julia Holt. The Real Lives books are about famous people from the worlds of: Sport; Film and Music; Politics and History. This book tells the story of Mel Gibson, the famous film star. It has photographs from his life and films, including shots from Mad Max, The Bounty and Braveheart.
Michelle Pfeiffer by Julia Holt. The Real Lives books are about famous people from the worlds of: Sport; Film and Music; Politics and History. The book tells the story of Michelle Pfeiffer, the famous film star. It has photographs from her life and films, including shots from The Witches of Eastwick, Frankie and Johnny and Dangerous Liaisons.