Collins Big Cat - The Monster Under the Bed: Band 11/Lime

Ben's feeling sick, or at least that's what he says. Really, he doesn't want to see his friend Vince. But when he finds a monster under his bed he has an idea – the two swap identities for the day, with hilarious results! This play, by Kevin Dyer, in partnership with Polka Theatre, explores familiar issues and will work wonderfully in performance.

• Lime/Band 11 books have longer sentence structures and a greater use of literary language.
• Text type: A playscript.
• A feelings mountain on pages 30 and 31 charts the rise and fall of emotions that the two main characters feel throughout the play, providing a wealth of speaking and listening opportunities.
• Curriculum links: Citizenship: Taking part – developing skills of communication and participation; Art and Design: Portraying relationships.
• This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.