Scrap

by Judy Waite, Ollie Cuthbertson (Illustrations)

Lewis hates spending all his free time working in Dad's failing chip shop. He hates that he can't have a dog. He hates that Rachel, the most popular girl in his year, is out of his league. But most of all he hates the gangs that hang out on the beach - the ones that make their dogs fight for fun. When the gang leave a friendly stray tied to the pier, Lewis has to help. But can he help her before the tide comes in... and will anyone help him?

A powerful and exciting read about growing up, feeling excluded and doing the right thing.

Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired Up encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers aged 11+, at a manageable length (80 pages) and reading level (9+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp , a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

80 pages, ebook

Published June 4, 2015

Reviews

[Victoria Vivente · Rating 5 out of 5]

Scrap is an essential acquisition for any middle school or high school classroom, library, or intervention program supporting struggling readers. It respects its audience's intelligence and emotional maturity while providing the scaffolding they need to succeed. Judy Waite and the Wired Up series have created more than just a book; they've created an effective, compassionate gateway to the joy and power of reading. Highly recommended for teachers, librarians, and parents seeking meaningful, engaging material for teens working to strengthen their reading skills.