Making Facts Matter: Reading Non-Fiction 5-11

'There is little doubt that this is a book to which I shall return many times. It genuinely does enrich its readers' understanding' - Times Educational Supplement

'Warmly recommended for teachers and essential for the primary school library or staffroom' - School Librarian

'This is an illuminated and wise book, providing a convincing picture of the nature of primary school children and their work' - International Review of Children's Literature and Librarianship

This book provides a sound theoretical base, as well as practical examples, on the use and enjoyment of non-fiction books in the classroom.

Drawing on research stud