Books in Collins Primary History series

The Explorers (1450-1550) covers major European explorers of the time: Columbus, de Gama and Magellan. It examines the journeys, maps and produce obtained, as well as explore Aztec civilisation and contemporary South America.• This book provides a variety of activities in each chapter which link to the statements of attainment.• It is in full colour, with source material.

Collins Primary Focus: Comprehension Pupil Book 2 is aimed at ages 8+. Using a variety of well-known authors, the book is designed to encourage children to read and understand every essential fiction and non-fiction text type. Follow-up activities progress from literal questions to higher order thinking skills.• Features significant authors from a range of eras including contemporary household names that children love to read• Includes every genre required by current literacy frameworks• Supports all ability levels with a progression through literal, deductive, evaluative and inferential questions• Engages all children with an updated design and new artwork to complement different texts

This book looks at a range of issues relating to the Anglo-Saxon and Viking invasions. It focuses on who the invaders actually were and the results of these people living and settling together, in terms of language, towns and Christianity.• This book provides a variety of activities in each chapter which link to the statements of attainment.• It is in full colour, with source material.

Collins Primary Focus: Grammar and Punctuation Pupil Book 1 is aimed at ages 7+. Presented in a clear and colourful format, each grammar concept is supported by visual cues. Follow-up activities allow children to develop grammar and punctuation skills at different levels. Progress units provide opportunities for assessment and consolidation.• Concepts reappear in each level to build confidence, reinforce learning and add complexity• Demonstrates clear links between grammar and punctuation• Supports all ability levels with a progression through solid practice of the core concept to using grammar and punctuation in the context of more extended writing• Engages all children with an updated design and a range of exciting, new artwork

Collins Primary Focus: Grammar and Punctuation Pupil Book 2 is aimed at ages 8+. Presented in a clear and colourful format, each grammar concept is supported by visual cues. Follow-up activities allow children to develop grammar and punctuation skills at different levels. Progress units provide opportunities for assessment and consolidation.• Concepts reappear in each level to build confidence, reinforce learning and add complexity• Demonstrates clear links between grammar and punctuation• Supports all ability levels with a progression through solid practice of the core concept to using grammar and punctuation in the context of more extended writing• Engages all children with an updated design and a range of exciting, new artwork