Collins Big Cat - Third Time's a Charm: Band 17/Diamond

Paperback

Billie Nicks loves gymnastics. Her brilliant memory lends itself perfectly to remembering routines, and best of all, she gets to compete alongside her best friends. But Billie has found it difficult to get through a whole competition due to her anxiety and sensory sensitivities. Today, it’s her third attempt, and this time she’s determined to succeed!

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.

RRP: £8.00

Imprint

Collins

ISBN

978-0-00-860599-5

Publication Date

04-09-2023

Format

Paperback

Pages

56 pages

Dimensions

148x210mm

Product Description

Billie Nicks loves gymnastics. Her brilliant memory lends itself perfectly to remembering routines, and best of all, she gets to compete alongside her best friends. But Billie has found it difficult to get through a whole competition due to her anxiety and sensory sensitivities. Today, it’s her third attempt, and this time she’s determined to succeed!

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.

Author

Kate Foster, Illustrated by Jacinta Read, Prepared for publication by Collins Big Cat

Kate is passionate about encouraging and teaching a wider understanding of what it means to be neurodivergent via a positive approach in both her books as well as her author presentations. Kate was a keen gymnast throughout her childhood, so Third Time's a Charm is a story close to her heart. Writing the character of Billie took Kate back to her competition days. From the excitement and adrenaline rush of performing, to the pressure of doing her very best, and to the sensory overload and struggles she encountered. Kate hopes this book allows neurodivergent sportspeople to see themselves and know that their difficulties and challenges can often be overcome with compassion and the right support from teammates.

Imprint

Collins

ISBN

978-0-00-860599-5

Publication Date

04-09-2023

Format

Paperback

Pages

56 pages

Dimensions

148x210mm

Product Description

Billie Nicks loves gymnastics. Her brilliant memory lends itself perfectly to remembering routines, and best of all, she gets to compete alongside her best friends. But Billie has found it difficult to get through a whole competition due to her anxiety and sensory sensitivities. Today, it’s her third attempt, and this time she’s determined to succeed!

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.

Author

Kate Foster, Illustrated by Jacinta Read, Prepared for publication by Collins Big Cat

Kate is passionate about encouraging and teaching a wider understanding of what it means to be neurodivergent via a positive approach in both her books as well as her author presentations. Kate was a keen gymnast throughout her childhood, so Third Time's a Charm is a story close to her heart. Writing the character of Billie took Kate back to her competition days. From the excitement and adrenaline rush of performing, to the pressure of doing her very best, and to the sensory overload and struggles she encountered. Kate hopes this book allows neurodivergent sportspeople to see themselves and know that their difficulties and challenges can often be overcome with compassion and the right support from teammates.