NEW LONGMAN LITERATURE 11-14
2 total works
Roy Eberhardt is recently arrived in Florida. `Disney World is an armpit compared to Montana’, he announces. Roy’s family moves a lot so he’s used to the new-kid drill – and to bullies like Dana Matherson. And anyway, it’s because of Dana that Roy gets to see the mysterious running boy – who runs away from the school bus and who has no books, no backpack and, most oddly, no shoes.
Sensing a mystery Roy starts to trail the mystery runner – a chase that will introduce him to many weird Floridian creatures: potty-trained alligators, some cute burrowing owls, a fake-fart champion, a sinister pancake PR man and some snakes with sparkly tails…Suddenly life in Florida is looking up!
Sensing a mystery Roy starts to trail the mystery runner – a chase that will introduce him to many weird Floridian creatures: potty-trained alligators, some cute burrowing owls, a fake-fart champion, a sinister pancake PR man and some snakes with sparkly tails…Suddenly life in Florida is looking up!
What's the hook?
Vividly drawn male and female characters appeal to boys and girls whilst humorous tone, witty dialogue and comic situations engage even the most reluctant reader.
What are the themes?
Bullying, environmentalism, and capitalism vs. the environment themes offer rich potential for cross-curricular work.
Teaching points?
Provides numerous opportunities for storyboarding, media work and creative writing.