@MrBruffEnglish@HeadofEnglish Strong descriptions of place in Mike Herron's books. I'm thinking anything from the Slough House series, especially in opening chapters when he establishes place. The anniversary edition of Slow Horses explains how he used his detailed knowledge of a mundane place.
@NateLessore@CarnegieMedals@CILIPinfo I really loved this book! It reminded me of two fun-loving students, who moaned non- stop when I moved them from the back of the class, where they were chatting, to the front to learn. I loved the protagonist's voice and how clever he is.
@PhilBeadle You're in our thoughts as you have given so much to all of us. Do reach out to someone. You've more than earned the right to have someone help you. I assume you will ask someone with advice about eating and the emotions
@WhistleblowingT Manipulate them into doing a few things right. Lots of praise. Lots of good phone calls home, good postcards home, positive behaviour points. Show them you know they are trying and can get better
@FunkyPedagogy @LitdriveUK What would be the perfect book to use with a new Year 7 reading club? Open to the whole year group. Recently published. For a South London school.