Barrington Stoke Middle East Catalogue

Everyone can be a reader with Barrington Stoke

For over 25 years, we’ve been pioneering super-readable, dyslexia-friendly fiction to help every child become a reader.

Our shorter novels are ideal for:

• reluctant readers

• children with SpLD such as dyslexia, Irlen Syndrome and visual stress

• anyone wanting a quality quick read

• EAL learners

• children with low self-esteem

• children with short attention spans or hyperactivity

We hope you enjoy browsing our titles; please do contact us if we can help with any further information.

Age-appropriate stories matched to the age of the reader not their reading level

Award-winning authors ensure well-written texts

Short chapters provide plenty of rest breaks

Off-white, heavier paper helps reduce visual stress

I’ve always admired the team at Barrington Stoke, their passion for stories and for making stories accessible to children for whom reading is a challenge

SIR MICHAEL MORPURGO

Shorter length allows readers to build stamina and confidence

Accessible layouts and spacing

Illustrations aid comprehension and break up the text

Expert editing ensures a smoother read that still challenges the reader

Unique dyslexiafriendly font makes reading easier

Great design and enticing covers make the books instantly appealing

Ways to get in touch

To place an order or for any queries contact:

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Glasgow G33 1JN

T: +44 141 306 3100

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„ Free and fun reading activity for the whole class or smaller groups

„ Choose from a range of Primary and Secondary unpublished manuscripts to download

„ Upload feedback and download certificates for everyone taking part

„ Promotes reading confidence and engagement

For important information on each of our books, look for the following icons throughout our catalogue

Interest Age (the actual age of the reader)

Reading Age (the level of difficulty that the book has been edited to; see pp.4–5 for samples from each level) Number

READING-AGE GUIDE PRIMARY

LITTLE GEMS

„ Approx. 2,500 words

„ Highly illustrated in full colour

„ For readers aged 5+

„ Lightest page tint

READING AGE 6

„ Approx. 400 words

„ Illustrated in full colour on every page

„ For readers aged 7+

„ Medium page tint

READING AGE 8

„ Approx. 7,500 to 15,000 words

„ Varying levels of illustration

„ For readers aged 9+

„ Medium page tint

READING AGE 7

„ Approx. 3,000 to 7,000 words

„ Highly illustrated in black and white

„ For readers aged 7+ and 9+

„ Medium page tint

NEXT-STEP FIcTION

„ Approx. 15,000 to 25,000 words

„ Varying levels of illustration

„ For readers aged 7+ and 9+

„ No page tint

READING AGE 6

„ Approx. 400 to 700 words

„ Highly illustrated in black and white

„ For readers aged 11+

„ Darkest page tint

READING AGE 6.5

„ Approx. 2,500 to 5,000 words

„ Highly illustrated in black and white

„ For readers aged 11+

„ Darkest page tint

READING AGE 8

„ Approx. 15,000 words

„ For readers aged 11+ and 13+

„ Light page tint

READING AGE 7

„ Approx. 3,000 to 5,000 words

„ Highly illustrated in black and white

„ For readers aged 11+ and 13+

„ Medium page tint

READING AGE 9

„ Approx. 20,000 words

„ For readers aged 11+

„ Light page tint

BARRINGTON STOKE TOP 25

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PICTURE BOOKS

„ Topical and timely, helping to encourage discussion and build empathy

„ Perfect for all primary year groups

„ Ideal for whole-school assemblies or individual class groups

„ Acclaimed and awardwinning creator

„ Free classroom resources available to aid discussion

IA:4+ PP:32

£7.99 9781781128817

BANK, FAMILY, HOPE

IA:4+ PP:32

£7.99 9781911370062

MIGRATION, IDENTITY, BELONGING

PRAISE FOR MY NAME IS NOT REFUGEE

Helps show readers that children forced from their homes are not just refugees but children just like them LILY CAPRANI, UNICEF UK

A much-needed, lovely book for small children which explains the refugee crisis in a simple, child-friendly way JACQUELINE WILSON

A poignant and pertinent exploration of life below the poverty line. Shortlisted for the 2021 Kate Greenaway Medal.

A touching, timely and tender exploration of refuge and migration, offering a moving insight into the real journeys being made by children today. Winner of the Klaus Flugge Prize 2018.

PRAISE FOR IT’S A NO-MONEY DAY

Shines with positivity and articulates with dignity an experience which many children have but which is rarely portrayed in books. Unmissable

JUST IMAGINE

The one to read … the illustrations ache with grace, melancholy and unexpected happiness

NEW STATESMAN

SCHOOL SPELLING DICTIONARY

IA:9+ PP:272

£12.99 9780008743420

Super-accessible and easy to use ... allows kids to work independently or with a TA supporting them to find words

SECONDARY SENCO AND TEACHER

The internationally bestselling tool to support writing and spelling

„ accessible dyslexia-friendly layouts

„ an alphabet across the top of the page to aid searching

„ additional hints from the “Spelling Bee” to help find words

„ short descriptors for homophones and other easily confused words

„ support with verbal inflections and comparative and superlative adjectives

„ an introduction with helpful tips for successful spelling

Verb endings are shown for different tenses

Black words show a correct spelling

Red words show an incorrect spelling

Related words are shown with their main form

hover [hovering hovered]

how *[how much] who *[?]

however

howl [howling howled]

hownd hound

howse house

hoyst hoist

hu who *[?]

huch hutch

hud hood

huddle [huddling huddled]

huff

hug [hugging hugged]

hug *[clasp] huge *[large]

hugely hugeness

huj huge

huligan hooligan

hulk hulking

hull

hum [humming hummed]

human *[person]

humane *[caring] humanely

humanist humanism

humble humbly

humbug

humer humour

humeruss humorous

humid humidity

humiliate humiliation [humiliating humiliated] humility

humorous *[funny] humerus *[arm bone]

humour [humouring humoured] hump ~back hunch hunches [hunching hunched] hundred hundredth huney honey hung hunger

hungry hungrier hungriest hungrily hunk

hunny honey

hunt [hunting hunted] hunter huntsman hurbivor herbivore

Check out her as well

hurd heard *[ear] herd *[animals]

hurdle [hurdling hurdled] huriball horrible hurikane hurricane

Compound words are shown using ~ to represent the prefix

Plural forms are shown where they have an irregular spelling pattern

Comparative and superlative adjectives are shown

Busy bees suggest other places to look

Information in italics helps with words that could be easily confused

START THEIR READING JOURNEY

Special Features:

• Child-friendly chunky format perfect for small hands

• Easy-read font to help reading flow

• Well-spaced, appealing layouts with lots of illustrations

• Gently tinted heavy paper that’s kinder to young eyes

• Activities and jokes to reinforce reading for pleasure

Outstanding

THE TIMES

15-MINUTE READS

• Support newly emergent readers with fully illustrated first chapter books for ages 5 to 8

• Establish a lifelong love of reading with high-quality texts from top authors and illustrators

• Bridge the gap between phonics and longer reads with engaging texts that can be shared or read independently

• Boost reading attainment and core literacy skills, including comprehension, speed and stamina

• Perfect for shared reading in classrooms and at home

IA:5+ PP:88

£6.99 9781781128787

3.9

PARIS, BAKING, ROMANCE

IA:5+ PP:104

IA:5+ PP:96

£6.99 9781781127704 4.3

INVENTING, FLYING, FUN

IA:5+

IA:5+

IA:5+ PP:96

£6.99 9781800901438 3.5

FRIENDS, EMPATHY, WISHES

IA:5+ PP:96

IA:5+ PP:104

IA:5+ PP:80 £6.99 9781781128275

A1

READER, FUN, SCHOOL

IA:5+ PP:88

£6.99 9781800901896 3.9

TALENT, FRIENDS, PERSERVERANCE

IA:5+ PP:96

£6.99 9781800901445

PETS, FAMILY, RESCUE

IA:5+ PP:88

IA:5+ PP:104

£6.99 9781800901902

£6.99 9781781125786

PARTY, FRIENDS, COMPROMISE

LOVE, LOYALTY, LEGENDS

£6.99

IA:5+ PP:96

PETS, ESCAPE, SECRET IA:5+ PP:96

9780008797010

TORTOISE, RUNAWAY

Reimagine the childhoods of inspiring women

Check the BB box under each Little Gems title to find its Book Band level.

ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER

How to browse our hi-lo range

Each of our hi-lo books are given both an Interest Age and a Reading Age, to help you match the right book to the right child.

INTEREST AGE 7+

Firstly look for the section with the most appropriate Interest Age. This refers to the actual age of the reader.

We submit all our books to be levelled for Accelerated Reader, with quizzes available. Look out for the AR symbol throughout our catalogue to quickly find the level for each book.

To see a full list of AR levels for our range, contact us or your local sales rep.

2.6

The Reading Age refers to the text’s level of difficulty, based on our specialist language edit. Head to pp.4–5 to see sample spreads from each level.

Discover our digital range

Over 250 eBooks and 60 audiobooks now available to download from your favourite retailers.

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I’ve seen Barrington Stoke books make a real difference to young people in multiple settings. Genuinely engaging content, carefully adapted and printed.

TEACHER

RA:7 IA:7+ PP:64

£7.99 9781800900851

HORSES, FRIENDSHIP, WISHES

RA:7

RA:7 IA:7+ PP:64 £7.99 9781800900936

HORSES, FRIENDSHIP, JUDGEMENT

RA:7 IA:7+ PP:64 £7.99 9781800901735

HORSES, PERIL, TRUST

RA:7 IA:7+ PP:64 £7.99 9780008718336 HORSES, LESSONS, PATIENCE

RA:8

FOOTBALL FICTION

Take to the pitch with our range of gripping stories celebrating the beautiful game!

Celebrating Black History

WHAT IT WAS LIKE TO BE ...

RA:8 IA:9+ PP:104

HISTORY, CIVILISATION, VIKINGS RA:8 IA:9+ PP:96

HISTORY, CIVILISATION, ROMANS

HISTORY, CIVILISATION, EGYPTIANS

A masterclass in bringing the past into the present and getting children buzzing about history A WORD ABOUT BOOKS

Well written and informative THE ENGLISH ASSOCIATION

HISTORY, CIVILISATION, MAYA

• Accessible introductions to the daily life, culture and legacy of fascinating ancient civilisations

• Perfect for classroom use

• Highly illustrated and packed with facts

REBEL, PRINCESS, SUFFRAGETTE

Discover the incredible true story of the life of Princess Sophia Duleep Singh, a forgotten heroine of the early twentieth century.

See p.18 for more information

STEP INTO THE VICTORIAN ERA

A vivid reimagining of the childhood of real-life heroine Grace Darling and the events that led to her incredible bravery at sea in 1838.

See p.18 for more information

NEXT-STEP FICTION

Help more confident readers take the next step with our range of longer, more challenging fiction

• Longer length texts of approx. 15,000 to 25,000 words improve stamina and confidence

• Higher level of difficulty of language and structure

• Printed on off-white paper with a smaller font size for a more mainstream feel

INTEREST

AGE 7+

IA:7+ PP:128

CIRCUS, MYSTERY

INTEREST AGE 9+

IA:9+ PP:96 £7.99 9781781127391

BELONGING, WILDERNESS, ALASKA

IA:7+ PP:128

MYSTERY, SABOTAGE

IA:9+ PP:104 £8.99 9781781125281

COUNTRYSIDE, FRIENDS, LOSS

IA:9+ PP:144 £7.99 9781781126875

FOOTBALL, FRIENDS, PLANS

Looking to appeal to children moving from primary up to secondary?

Browse our hand-picked selection of engaging stories that are perfectly pitched for transition readers aged 10–12.

TRANSITION FICTION

RA:7

Young Editors Scheme

Inspire your student or child with the opportunity to read, edit and shape our upcoming books!

• Read unpublished manuscripts for free with the whole class or smaller groups

• Upload feedback and download certificates for everyone taking part

• Promotes reading confidence and engagement Request yours at youngeditors.barringtonstoke.co.uk A brilliant scheme in which the reluctant readers themselves become

Reading for empathy

Help your young readers to develop crucial skills and understanding around empathy with our hand-picked selection of stories.

To convey empathy in so few words is something Barrington Stoke and its authors excel at

FICTION WITH FACTS

Engage your reluctant readers with this popular range that combines compelling fictional stories with fascinating tie-in fact files.

Gripping football drama interspersed with factfiles exploring iconic real-life players, matches and more.

For more information, see p.16 9781800902022

For more information, see p.17 9781800900622

For more information, see p.22 9781781126875

Incredible stories inspired by real historical figures and events, with contextual notes at the end of each book.

For more information, see p.11 9781781127681

For more information, see p.17 9781800900806

For more information, see p.17 9781781129180

Timely tales exploring nature and the environment, with real examples from across the globe.

For more information, see p.17 9781800902961

For more information, see p.16 9781800901803

For more information, see p.16 9780008698096

For more information, see p.18 9780008700522

For more information, see p.18 9781781129456

INSPIRED BY REAL EVENTS

Reading for Pleasure activities

Help children to connect with the story and develop their creative skills with our free downloadable activity sheets

• Activities available for ages 7+, 9+ and 11+

• Creative prompts and activities encourage further engagement with the story and development of reading identity

• Designed to enhance reading for pleasure

• Super-readable and dyslexia-friendly design perfect for print-outs and classroom use

classroom discussion guides

Support classroom study with our super-readable guides, designed to develop reading strategies

• Guides available for ages 9+, 11+ and 13+

• Written by experts and aligned to the curriculum

• In-depth questions encourage analysis of themes, characters and language in each text

• Suitable as individual workbooks or as a basis for lesson planning

• Support key study topics and themes

• Super-readable and dyslexia-friendly design perfect for print-outs and classroom use

Visit barringtonstoke.co.uk to browse our full range of discussion guides

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Barrington Stoke books are essential for an inclusive, exciting reading provision in schools. Their books will enhance any school or class library ... Their books are consistently challenging, creative and, simply, brilliant TEACHER

[Barrington Stoke] don’t compromise on quality, depth or imagination. Their books prove that accessibility and excellence go hand in hand

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