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This resources will encourage and support pupils to explore unknown vocabulary, classify tiered vocabulary independently, explore the wider application of newly acquired vocabulary and enhance classroom vocabulary display which ultimately leads to improved retention. Sure signs that the creative wells are running dry at last, the Captain’s ninth, overstuffed outing both recycles a villain (see Book 4) and offers trendy anti-bullying wish fulfillment. Along with his new friend Sasha, Max figures out how to communicate with Luke and save the various kingdoms from each other as well as from the evil headmaster who is trying to get rid of everything associated with Mr. He's also not interested in sports activities, so he has even less interaction than many deaf children would have with hearing peers.

Max and the Millions by Ross Montgomery: 9781524718848 Max and the Millions by Ross Montgomery: 9781524718848

If you enjoyed this, I'd strongly recommend that you check out Ross Montgomery's other mad cap stories. Max, a hard of hearing boy attends a boarding school where he feels none of the pupils or staff understand him. In my opinions, this book would be highly effective as a discussion starter in PSHE, when looking at relationships and differences between each and every pupil.Despite this, I enjoyed how Max's hearing aids were an important part of the story and the focus on him making friends and developing confidence in himself and his ability to communicate. There's so much to love - the mystery of Mr Darrow, the caretaker and model-maker's disappearance; the completely over the top evil headmaster; lovely friend Sasha and his tribe of Sparkle Pony little girls; and the huge kingdom of the Floor People with all their wars, politics and ridable fleas! I loved the summer school group (I won't spoil it, but they are hilarious), and the two best-characterised Floor people have a predictable relationship and story arc but it works alongside other fresh features. The ending, I wasn't sure about, but I did come to terms with Max's decisions and saw his reasoning. Max finds a way to communicate with Luke, the tiny boy who's Prince (and almost King) of one of the three tribes now living on the floor of the caretaker's room.

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We see plenty of trails and tabulations between these three camps, before Max realises he needed to leave the room, before the headteacher found out and removed the miniatures. Whilst Lower Key Stage 2 children will enjoy the miniature adventures of King Luke and his trusty flea as he fights the Bin King and the Red Queen, they will also pause to think about how first impressions don't always count, how kindness and selflessness are key characteristics to develop in oneself, and how forgiveness is an essential ingredient for peace and friendship.My favourite character was Mr darrow because he takes most of his interest on a walk through a land full of sculptures. Max does, however, find a friend is the school caretaker- Mr Darrow- who shares Max’s love for miniature model making.