Finny the Fairy Fish: Band 08/Purple

Collins Big Cat supports primary children's reading journey with fiction and non-fiction books by top authors and illustrators. Finny the Fairy Fish is a Caribbean coral reef-based book that explores themes of tolerance, belonging, and celebration of diversity. It introduces creatures living on a reef and encourages children to identify and talk about emotions. Purple/Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language and challenging vocabulary with practical support and stimulating activities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 24 pages
Publication date: 19 November 2020
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

From phonics to fluency, Collins Big Cat is your ultimate companion on every child's reading journey. Renowned authors and illustrators have crafted a collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will captivate young readers' hearts. With a book banding system for guided and independent reading, comprehensive teaching and assessment support, and even e-books available, this comprehensive range ensures that every child can excel in their reading abilities.

Finny, a rare fairy fish, resides on a Caribbean coral reef. He has never encountered another fairy fish, until one day when he stumbles upon a conch shell mirror and realizes that he is different from everyone else. Finny believes that he is ugly and worthless, but his friends convince him to leave the reef and embark on a journey to the deep sea, where an elder dolphin enlightens him about the importance of celebrating differences.

Finny the Fairy Fish delves into profound themes of tolerance, belonging, and the celebration of diversity. Set against the backdrop of a Caribbean coral reef, the book introduces the various creatures that inhabit the reef and highlights some of the threats facing the sea. It also encourages children to develop emotional awareness and identify and communicate their feelings.

Purple/Band 8 books are designed to challenge developing readers with their literary language, featuring some complex vocabulary. The back of the book provides practical support and engaging activities to enhance the reading experience.

By choosing Collins Big Cat, you are providing your children with the tools they need to thrive in their reading journey, fostering a love for literature and helping them develop essential skills that will last a lifetime.

Weight: 62g
Dimension: 147 x 209 x 5 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008413859