Words for Life - Age 7-11

Age 7-11 milestones

Your child will be using longer, more complicated sentences to plan and explain their thoughts. They can tell exciting stories with a proper beginning, middle and end. They are developing friendships independently of you.

By seven years: taking turns to talk and listen in a conversation
By nine years: changing language according to who they’re talking to
By eleven years: using long and complex sentences

Recommended reads: Age 7 to 11

Fame School: Secret Ambition

Talent, stardom, hard work and heartache...welcome to Fame School! Aspiring popstars will love following the kids at Rockley Park as they try to make their dreams come true.

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Eyewitness: Sharks

Learn about the fascinating underwater lives of sharks in this guide, one of an excellent non-fiction series that combine photography and diagrams.

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Stormbreaker (Graphic Novel)

The official graphic novel adaptation of 2006’s film version of the novel Stormbreaker, beautifully illustrated in a modern manga style. Will appeal to keen pre-teen readers or less keen or confident teens.

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Steven Gerrard: My Story

The inspiring story of Liverpool captain Gerrard’s rise to fame, adapted from the adult biography for younger football fans. Still a lengthy read at 256 pages, so recommended for keen readers only!

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Switched: My Sister the Vampire

Long-lost twins Olivia and Ivy couldn’t be more different – Olivia’s a cheerleader and Ivy’s a vampire! A great story for aspiring Stephanie Meyer (Twilight) readers with a liking for horror.

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Age 7-11 milestones

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