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Recommended Reading Thursday 📚

This week’s pick for Year 4 pupils is 'Greek Myths for Young Children' by Marcia Williams. This vivid and witty retelling of classic Greek myths uses comic-strip style illustrations to bring ancient tales to life. Gods, heroes, and monsters leap off the page, making timeless stories accessible and entertaining. It’s a brilliant introduction to mythology for young readers.

🔗See more recommended books for Year 4 pupils on our blog: https://teachitright.com/10-books-for-year-4-readers-part-2/

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Recommended Reading Thursday 📚

This week’s pick for Year 5 pupils is 'Dragon Rider' by Cornelia Funke. Firedrake, a young silver dragon, sets out to find the legendary Rim of Heaven, a safe haven for dragons. Joined by a brave boy named Ben and a sarcastic brownie named Sorrel, they face mythical creatures, ancient prophecies, and a deadly villain named Nettlebrand. It’s a quest of friendship, courage, and magic.

🔗See more recommended books for Year 5 pupils on our blog: https://teachitright.com/10-books-for-year-5-readers-part-2/

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🎉Best of luck to all pupils taking part in one of our 11 Plus mock exams in Reading and Maidenhead today! Sitting mock exams is a really good way to boost confidence as the real exams approach. Our mock exams are designed to help pupils identify areas to focus on in their preparation and experience an authentic test environment.

To book your child into an upcoming mock exam, visit: https://teachitright.com/mock-exams

Recommended Reading Thursday 📚

This week’s pick for Year 4 pupils is 'Goth Girl and the Ghost of a Mouse' by Chris Riddell. Ada Goth lives in a huge, spooky mansion full of secrets – and ghost mice! One night, Ada meets Ishmael, a ghostly mouse, who leads her into a secret plot involving strange guests and a sinister gamekeeper. With new friends and clever thinking, Ada sets out to save the day in this funny, gothic adventure.

🔗See more recommended books for Year 4 pupils on our blog: https://teachitright.com/10-books-for-year-4-readers-part-2/

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Don't miss your chance to enrol your child into our 11 Plus mock exams this Saturday. Our mock exams are designed to boost confidence, highlight strengths, and identify areas for improvement ahead of the big day.

⭐GL Assessment mock exam, Reading & Maidenhead: 23 May 2026 (for Bucks 11 Plus and Slough Consortium grammar schools, and Kendrick School)
⭐FSCE mock exam, Reading: 23 May 2026 (for Reading Boys School)

Book your places here: https://teachitright.com/event-bookings

Recommended Reading Thursday 📚

This week’s pick for Year 5 pupils is 'Double Act' by Jacqueline Wilson. Identical twins Ruby and Garnet are inseparable, but very different – Ruby is loud and confident, Garnet is quiet and thoughtful. When their father introduces a new girlfriend and plans a move, their bond is tested. A scholarship opportunity forces them to confront their individuality and redefine what it means to be sisters.

🔗See more recommended books for Year 5 pupils on our blog: https://teachitright.com/10-books-for-year-5-readers-part-2/

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📈Half term is nearly upon us but there is still time to book your child into one of our holiday mock exams or revision camps. The May half term break is a great time to check in to see how your child is progressing with their 11 Plus prep and to make the most of the extra hours to boost their skills.

⭐GL Assessment mock exam, Reading: 23 May 2026 (for Bucks 11 Plus and Slough Consortium grammar schools, and Kendrick School)
⭐FSCE mock exam, Reading: 23 May 2026 (for Reading Boys School)
⭐GL Assessment mock exam, Maidenhead: 23 May 2026 (for Bucks 11 Plus and Slough Consortium grammar schools, and Kendrick School)

⭐GL Assessment revision camp, Slough: 26-28 May 2026 (for Bucks 11 Plus and Slough Consortium grammar schools, and Kendrick School)
⭐FSCE revision camp, Reading: 27-29 May 2026 (for Reading Boys School)

See the full spring and summer schedule and book your places here: https://teachitright.com/event-bookings