The Undercover Mathematician: Band 11+/Lime Plus

Collins Big Cat supports primary children's reading journey with fiction and non-fiction books by top authors and illustrators. Lime Plus/Band 11+ books offer challenging plots, vocabulary, inference, prediction, and reading stamina. Rachael Davis is a mixed-raced children's author who researched Sophie Germain's life and works and was inspired to write the story.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 48 pages
Publication date: 10 January 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

From phonics to fluency, Collins Big Cat is your ultimate companion on your reading journey! Renowned authors and illustrators have crafted a collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will captivate your young readers. With a book banding system for guided and independent reading, comprehensive teaching and assessment support, and even ebooks available, your children will have endless opportunities to explore the world of books.

Born in 18th-century France, Sophie Germain faced a formidable obstacle: she was not allowed to learn mathematics, simply because of her gender. Undeterred, Sophie embarked on a daring mission: she went undercover, using a boy's name as a code name. Her goal was to secretly learn mathematics, a subject that had been forbidden to her.

However, there was one problem: Sophie was exceptional at mathematics. Her brilliance drew attention, and people wanted to meet her. Could her cover be blown?

Lime Plus/Band 11+ books are designed to challenge your young readers with engaging plots and vocabulary. They also provide valuable opportunities to practice inference, prediction, and reading stamina. With pages 46 and 47, children can revisit the content of the book, reinforcing their comprehension skills, vocabulary development, and memory.

The back of the book offers practical support and stimulating activities to enhance your reading experience. Rachael Davis, a mixed-race children's author, is represented by literary agent Alice Williams. Her journey to becoming a writer is truly inspiring. Rachael studied Mathematics at the University of Oxford, where she delved deep into the life and works of Sophie Germain.

A few years later, she completed a master's degree in English Literature at the University of Surrey and turned her passion into a full-time career. Sophie Germain is a true inspiration to Rachael, and she hopes that her story will continue to inspire generations to come.

In conclusion, Collins Big Cat and Lime Plus/Band 11+ books are the perfect companions for your children's reading journey. With their engaging content, book banding system, comprehensive teaching and assessment support, and ebooks, your children will have the tools they need to become lifelong learners and explorers.

Weight: 114g
Dimension: 207 x 466 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008476304