Hound of Ulster: A Bloomsbury Reader

Young Setanta, the son of poor shepherds, is determined to impress the mighty king of Ulster with his strength and bravery and to join the Red Branch Knights. He could easily beat the other warriors at hurling, but can he defeat the ferocious hound of Ulster, the smith Culanns menacing guard dog, and prove his worth? This page-turning story from Malachy Doyle, based on the traditional Irish folk tale, has exciting black-and-white illustrations by Erin Brown and is perfect for children who are developing as readers. The Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with book-banded stories to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2 by award-winning authors like Geraldine McCaughrean and Patrice Lawrence.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 64 pages
Publication date: 05 August 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Grey is a book band for children aged 8 and above, and it is ideal for children who are developing as readers. The book is a thrilling retelling of the traditional Irish legend of Cúchulainn, written by Malachy Doyle. The story follows Young Setanta, the son of poor shepherds, as he is determined to impress the mighty king of Ulster with his strength and bravery and to join the Red Branch Knights.

Setanta is a skilled hurler and fighter, but he faces a formidable challenge when he must defeat the ferocious hound of Ulster, Culanns menacing guard dog. Culanns is a powerful and relentless creature, and Setanta must use all of his skills and courage to overcome him.

The book is filled with exciting black-and-white illustrations by Erin Brown, which add to the suspense and excitement of the story. The Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with book-banded stories to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2 by award-winning authors like double Carnegie Medal winner Geraldine McCaughrean and Waterstones Prize winner Patrice Lawrence.

The books in the series are designed to support children as they start reading independently and as they continue to gain confidence and understanding. The engaging illustrations and online guided reading notes written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE) make the series ideal for home and school use.

Any list that brings together such a quality line up of authors is going to be welcomed by teachers and parents alike. Bloomsbury Readers are aimed squarely at children in Key Stage 2 and designed to support them as they start reading independently and while they continue to gain confidence and understanding.

In conclusion, Grey is a book band for children aged 8 and above, and it is ideal for children who are developing as readers. The book is a thrilling retelling of the traditional Irish legend of Cúchulainn, written by Malachy Doyle. The story follows Young Setanta, the son of poor shepherds, as he is determined to impress the mighty king of Ulster with his strength and bravery and to join the Red Branch Knights. The book is filled with exciting black-and-white illustrations by Erin Brown, and the Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with book-banded stories to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2 by award-winning authors like Geraldine McCaughrean and Patrice Lawrence. The books in the series are designed to support children as they start reading independently and as they continue to gain confidence and understanding.

Weight: 72g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472989963