For over 25 years we’ve been pioneering super-readable, dyslexia-friendly fiction to help every child become a reader. Our shorter novels are ideal for:
• reluctant readers
• children with SpLD such as dyslexia, Irlen Syndrome and visual stress
• more able readers wanting a quality quick read
• EAL learners
• children with low self-esteem
• children with short attention spans or hyperactivity
We hope you enjoy browsing our titles; please do contact us if we can help with any further information.
I’ve always admired the team at Barrington Stoke, their passion for stories and for making stories accessible to children for whom reading is a challenge
SIR MICHAEL MORPURGO
Key features of a Barrington Stoke book
• Award-winning authors ensure well-written texts that encourage discussion
• High-interest / low-ability stories with short, sharp, unpatronising content matched to the age of the reader not their reading level
• Our unique dyslexia-friendly font makes reading easier for everyone
• Off-white, heavier paper helps reduce visual stress
• Accessible layouts and spacing stop the page from becoming overcrowded
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• Expert editing ensures a smoother read that still challenges the reader
• Short chapters provide plenty of rest breaks and a more rewarding read
• Attractive illustrations aid comprehension and break up the text
• Great design and enticing covers make our books instantly engaging and free of stigma
Ways to get in touch
To place an order or for any queries contact:
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Bishopbriggs
Glasgow G64 2QT
T: +44 141 306 3100
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Promotes reading confidence and engagement
For important information on each of our books, look for the following icons throughout our catalogue
Interest Age (the actual age of the reader)
Reading Age (the level of difficulty that the book has been edited to; see pp.4–5 for samples from each level)
Number of pages
READING-AGE GUIDE PRIMARY
LITTLE GEMS
Approx. 2,500 words
Highly illustrated in full colour
For readers aged 5+
Lightest page tint
READING AGE 6
Approx. 400 words
Illustrated in full colour on every page
For readers aged 7+
Medium page tint
READING AGE 8
Approx. 7,500 to 15,000 words
Varying levels of illustration
For readers aged 7+ and 9+
Medium page tint
READING AGE 7
Approx. 3,000 to 7,000 words
Highly illustrated in black and white
For readers aged 7+ and 9+
Medium page tint
NEXT-STEP FIcTION
Approx. 15,000 to 25,000 words
Varying levels of illustration
For readers aged 7+ and 9+
No page tint
Clocks
READING AGE 6
Approx. 400 to 700 words
Highly illustrated in black and white
For readers aged 11+
Darkest page tint
READING AGE 6.5
Approx. 2,500 to 5,000 words
Highly illustrated in black and white
For readers aged 11+
Darkest page tint
READING AGE 8
Approx. 15,000 words
For readers aged 13+
Light page tint
READING AGE 7
Approx. 3,000 to 5,000 words
Highly illustrated in black and white
For readers aged 11+ and 13+
Medium page tint
READING AGE 9
Approx. 20,000 words
For readers aged 11+
Light page tint
BARRINGTON STOKE TOP 24
EMPATHY-BUILDING PICTURE BOOKS
Topical and timely, helping to encourage discussion and build empathy
Perfect for all Primary year groups, with content designed to appeal to a wide range of ages
Ideal for whole-school assemblies or individual class groups
Acclaimed and award-winning creator
Free classroom resources available to aid discussion
£12.99 9781781121511 PP:256
IA:4+ PP:32
£7.99 9781781128817 2.2
FOOD BANK, FAMILY, HOPE
IA:4+ PP:32
£7.99 9781911370062
MIGRATION, IDENTITY, BELONGING
SCHOOL SPELLING DICTIONARY
Internationally bestselling reference book
Supports struggling spellers
Accessible, dyslexia-friendly layout with:
an alphabet across the top of the page to aid searching
additional hints from the “Spelling Bee” to help find words
short descriptors for homophones and other easily confused words
support with verbal inflections and comparative and superlative adjectives
an introduction with helpful tips for successful spelling
DISCOVER BARRINGTON STOKE’S LITTLE GEM S RANGE
Little Gems books have been perfect for our early readers. They are the ideal size for little hands to hold and there’s a fantastic selection of books to choose from.
ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER Outstanding.
Special Features:
• Child-friendly chunky format perfect for small hands
• Easy-read font to help reading flow
• Well-spaced appealing layouts with lots of illustrations
• Gently tinted heavy paper that’s kinder to young eyes
• Activities and jokes to reinforce reading for pleasure
• Support newly emergent readers with fully illustrated first chapter books for ages 5 to 8
• Establish a lifelong love of reading with high-quality texts from top authors and illustrators
• Bridge the gap between phonics and longer reads with engaging texts that can be shared or read independently
• Boost reading attainment and core literacy skills, including comprehension, speed and stamina
• Levelled for Book Bands
Spread from The Missing Bunny
Spread from Tea Party Parade
IA:5+ PP:88
£6.99 9781781128787 3.9
PARIS, BAKING, ROMANCE
IA:5+
IA:5+ PP:96
£6.99 9781781127704 4.3
INVENTING, FLYING, FUN
IA:5+ PP:96 £6.99 9781781125748 3.1
FUNNY, PETS, FAMILY
IA:5+ PP:80
£6.99 9781800900011
2.9 A1
EARLY READER, PARADE, SCHOOL
IA:5+
IA:5+ PP:96 £6.99 9781800901438 3.5
FRIENDS, EMPATHY, WISHES
IA:5+ PP:88 £6.99 9781800901896 3.9
TALENT, FRIENDS, PERSERVERANCE
IA:5+
IA:5+
IA:5+ PP:80 £6.99 9781781128275 2 A1
READER, FUN, SCHOOL
IA:5+ PP:104 £6.99 9781781125786 4.3
IA:5+ PP:88 £6.99 9781800901902 3.5
PARTY, FRIENDS, COMPROMISE
LOVE, LOYALTY, LEGENDS
How to browse our hi-lo range
Each of our hi-lo books are given both an Interest Age and a Reading Age, to help you match the right book to each child.
INTEREST AGE 7+
First, look for the section with the most appropriate Interest Age. This refers to the actual age of the reader.
The Reading Age refers to the text’s level of difficulty, based on our specialist language edit. Head to pp.4–5 to see sample spreads from each level.
We submit all our books to be levelled for Accelerated Reader, with quizzes available. Look out for the AR symbol throughout our catalogue to quickly find the level for each book.
To see a full list of AR levels for our range, contact your Collins rep.
My colleagues and I have seen the most reluctant of readers transformed before our very eyes by this range PRIMARY TEACHER BOOKSHELF
RA:8 IA:9+ PP:112
TRAGEDY, FAMILY, HISTORY
CLI-FI, DISABILITY, POVERTY
RA:8 IA:9+ PP:64
ANXIETY, BULLYING, SCHOOL
FATHERS, SEPARATION, FOOTBALL
BUTTERFLIES, GRIEF, EMPATHY
RESILIENCE, HOPE, COMMUNITY
Without your books, we would not have so many keen and enthusiastic readers
LIBRARIAN
CHESS, PERIL, RUSSIA RA:8 IA:9+ PP:96
RA:8 IA:9+ PP:64
FAMILY, KINDNESS, MIND GAMES
COURAGE, PERIL, MYTHS
Barrington Stoke publishes short books from top-notch authors ... [with] a type so clean you could eat your currant bun off it
THE TIMES
SHAKE UP SHAKESPEARE
with Ross Montgomery
Laugh-out-loud re-imaginings of Shakespeare’s greatest plays for younger readers
Scan to watch our free webinar with author and teacher Ross Montgomery, exploring how to shakeup Shakespeare in your classroom
RA:8
RA:8
FREE RESOURCES FOR SCHOOLS
Support your class read with our super-readable downloadable discussion guides
Visit www.barringtonstoke.co.uk to explore
RA:8 IA:9+ PP:96 £7.99 9781800900943
TITANIC, HISTORY, DISASTER
RA:8 IA:9+ PP:104
£7.99 9780008700539
HISTORY, CIVILISATION, EGYPTIANS
• Accessible introductions to the daily life, culture and legacy of fascinating ancient civilisations
• Perfect for use in the classroom
• Highly illustrated throughout
RA:8 IA:9+ PP:96 £7.99 9781800902497
HISTORY, CIVILISATION, MAYA
• True retellings by Blue Peter Book Award winner David Long
• Highly illustrated and packed with facts
• Perfect for use in the classroom
ACTIVITY SHEETS
RA:8 IA:9+ PP:104 £7.99 9781800902138
EMPATHY AND WELLBEING
Reading for empathy
Help your young readers to develop crucial skills and understanding around empathy with our hand-picked selection of stories.
To convey empathy in so few words is something Barrington Stoke and its authors excel at
Help more confident readers take the next step with our range of longer, more challenging fiction
• Longer length texts of approx. 15,000 to 25,000 words improve stamina and confidence
• Higher level of difficulty of language and structure
• Printed on off-white paper with a smaller font size for a more mainstream feel
INTEREST AGE 7+
IA:7+ PP:128
£6.99 9781781128572
CIRCUS, MYSTERY
IA:7+ PP:128
£6.99 9781781128800
CIRCUS, MYSTERY, SABOTAGE
INTEREST AGE 9+
IA:9+ PP:160
£7.99 9781781125038
SHAKESPEARE, THEATRE, LONDON
IA:9+ PP:96
£7.99 9781781127391
BELONGING, WILDERNESS, ALASKA
IA:9+ PP:104
£8.99 9781781125281
FRIENDS, LOSS
IA:9+ PP:144
£7.99 9781781126875 3.6 FOOTBALL, FRIENDS, PLANS
Sample spread from The White Fox
Sample spread from The Case of the Vanishing Granny
TRANSITION FICTION
Looking to appeal to children moving from primary up to secondary?
RA:6.5
Engage your reluctant readers with this popular range that combines compelling fictional stories with fascinating tie-in fact files.
Gripping football drama interspersed with chapters exploring iconic real-life players, matches and more.
For more information, see p.13 9781800902022
For more information, see p.15 9781800900622
For more information, see p.15 9781781121337
For more information, see p.15 9781781125632
For more information, see p.15 9781781127711
Incredible stories inspired by real historical figures and events, with contextual notes at the end of each book.
For more information, see p.9 9781781127681
For more information, see p.14 9781800900806
For more information, see p.14 9781781129180
Timely tales exploring nature and the environment, with real examples from across the globe.
For more information, see p.14 9781800902961
For more information, see p.13 9781800901803
For more information, see p.13 9780008698096
For more information, see p.16 9780008700522
For more information, see p.16 9781781129456
Sample spread from Drowning in My Bedroom by Steve Cole
ECO FICTION
FOOTBALL
ANIMAL STORIES
INSPIRED
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T: +44 141 306 3100
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