This collection of infant reading books works as the skills-focused backbone of guided reading resources, with step-by-step skills coverage and the full range of genre. The scheme correlates to the NLS and the Scottish 5-14 Attainment targets for children. The readers in this scheme feature a wide range of genres (including non-fiction) and are levelled to "Book Bands", the grading system recommended by the NLS. Within each Lighthouse band the books are organized in order of challenge, so each session moves children on. Each reader has an accompanying teaching notes booklet which gives guidance on teaching a range of reading skills.
John's been writing since the 1980's and has several children's books published traditionally and independently.
His latest book called, i4Ni is one for the grown-ups and is a science fiction/dystopian/thriller. There are lots of aspects to Artificial Intelligence, both good and not so good, and the problem is, how will we ever know? With science fiction quickly becoming science fact, should we be taking a pause, slowing down a little?
Besides working in all types of professions, he has worked in schools in Special Needs Dept and as a Primary School Governor.