Best Selling Books by David Calcutt

Prospero, a struggling alchemist who has dedicated his life to the seemingly fruitless pursuit of the secret of the Philosopher''s Stone, falls prey to a couple of swindlers - ignoring the advice of caring daughter Miranda and apprentice Will. Now a cunning plan has to be devised to wreck revenge and reclaim their lost wealth… Unexpected and entertaining results ensue.

A diverse selection of traditional stories from around the world that introduce juniors to classic plots and powerful characters. These fascinating stories are beautifully illustrated to bring each tale to life. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book. This pack contains 6 copies of 6 different books.

The hero Odysseus will need all of his skill and courage in The Journey of Odysseus. All kinds of monsters and magical creatures block his route home, including the one-eyed Cyclops, the Sirens and the enchantress Circe. Will he ever manage to get home? TreeTops Myths and Legends are a fascinating selection of the best traditional stories.

New Myths and Legends from TreeTops that will motivate and inspire your junior readers! Fascinating and action-packed stories, carefully adapted to make them accessible, with levelling you can trust, and clear progression throughout the stages. All stories are fully illustrated with stunning artwork.They are supported by teaching materials.

An engaging classroom playscript. The Greek champion Achilles is returning to the Trojan War. Intent on revenge for the killing of his friend Patroclus, he is determined to fight Hector to the death. The outcome of the war rests on this one fight and Troy 24, Olympus Broadcasting''s most popular news channel, plans to get the world exclusive. New, innovative activities specifically tailored to support the KS3 Framework for Teaching English and help students to fulfil the Framework objectives. Activities include work on Speaking and Listening, close text analysis, and the structure of playscripts, and act as a springboard for personal writing.

Captivating versions of some of the best myths and legends from around the world. TreeTops Myths and Legends are fascinating and action-packed stories that will motivate and inspire readers. These are some of the oldest and most enduring stories in the world, retold by leading contemporary children''s authors to bring out all of the action, drama, humour and depth of the original stories in a way that makes them as exciting and meaningful today as ever. The stories are beautifully illustrated in a range of styles to bring each tale to life. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children''s reading development also available at a href=http://www.oxfordowl.co.uk/"www.oxfordowl.co.uk/a. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book. This pack contains 36 books, six of each of: Mythical Beasts and Fabulous Monsters, Why Dogs Have Black Noses, The Journey of Odysseus, Tales of the Underworld, Shapeshifters, The Legend of Gilgamesh."

Why the Sea is Salty tells 3 water-themed myths. They explain something about the sea - why it is salty, why droughts and floods happen, how sea creatures came to be. Find out how wishes, dragons, giant ravens and magical sea creatures all play their part. TreeTops Myths and Legends are a fascinating selection of the best traditional stories.

Tess Durbeyfield seems destined for a simple life. That is until her life changes when her drunken father discovers he is a member of an ancient aristocratic family, the d''Urbervilles. Tess''s mother sends her to seek help from their wealthy ''relations'', but will the acquaintance be a help, or send Tess and her family into further trouble and ruin?

Web Playscripts are lively and involving plays for reading aloud in a group, to improve group participation, reading with expression and speaking and listening skills. There are three plays for each year group (from 8-11 years). The plays are available in packs of six for group use, with a free set of teacher''s notes in each pack.

Web Playscripts are lively and involving plays for reading aloud in a group, to improve group participation, reading with expression and speaking and listening skills. There are three plays for each year group (from 8-11 years). The plays are available in packs of six for group use, with a free set of teacher''s notes in each pack.

Daedulus and Icarus is a retelling of the old Greek myth. Web Playscripts Lively and involving plays for reading aloud in a group, to improve group participation, reading with expression and speaking and listening skills. Three plays for each year group (from 7-11 years). The plays are available in packs of six for group use, with a free set of Teacher''s Notes in each pack. The author is an experienced playwright and drama teacher.

This trio of tales deals with happy and sad endings, attesting to the power of love and the sacrifices it calls for. Contains: Lady of Flower and Feathers (Welsh, from the Mabinogion); Dead Man (Ancient Greek); Savitri (Indian Epic).

Six differentiated roles within each play make Web Playscripts perfect for group and guided reading, as well as developing speaking and listening skills.* Exciting plots and characters help to improve group participation, as well as reading with expression* Three plays per yearThis pack contains one of each of the following titles: Thor''s Hammer, The Golden Arrow, The Magic Pot, A Mad Tea Party, Mak''s Baby, and The Stealing of Fire