Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency.Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read.Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and s available. Join author Philippa Forrester as she takes us on a journey along the Nile and explores all the fascinating nature and history that can be discovered along the way. Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view. Pages 54 and 55 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall. Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.