Blaise and Flint: Fluency 1

Big Cat for Little Wandle Fluency is a series of chapter books for children in Year 2 and 3, designed to build reading confidence and speed.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 11 September 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Big Cat for Little Wandle Fluency is a comprehensive reading program designed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises a collection of engaging chapter books, each catering to children in Year 2 and 3 with progressively increasing word counts across 10 fluency levels. The primary objective of this program is to foster a love for reading while enhancing reading confidence, stamina, and speed.

Fluency 1 books, specifically designed for children in the early stages of reading, boast a word count of 2880 words. This allows for an expected reading rate of 60 words per minute, ensuring that children can comfortably navigate the text and engage fully with the story.

In the captivating tale of "Can Blaise the blacksmith and her dragon Flint come to the rescue?" Blaise, Ivan, and Toothy, along with their trusty companions, embark on a mission to repair the drawbridge in time for the grand festival. With their unique skills and teamwork, they face numerous challenges and obstacles along the way. Will they be able to overcome these challenges and save the day?

Through the Big Cat for Little Wandle Fluency program, children are provided with a rich literary experience that not only develops their reading skills but also encourages imagination, curiosity, and a lifelong passion for reading. By offering a diverse range of books at various fluency levels, the program ensures that every child can find a book that matches their interests and abilities, fostering a love for reading that will last a lifetime.

Weight: 132g
Dimension: 128 x 186 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008624569