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Magic Key
Series · 27
books · 1986-2011

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The Magic Key book cover
#1

The Magic Key

1986

The teaching notes for the Oxford Reading Tree Biff, Chip and Kipper books are full of practical suggestions for using the storybooks, saving you hours of preparation time. They have been updated in line with the simple view of reading and the renewed Primary Framework for Literacy. They now include guidance for group/guided reading, comprehension and word recognition, and assessment. These replace the existing Teaching Notes and Guided Reading Cards. The storybooks are unchanged, but notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants have been added to the inside covers. These notes replace the existing Take-Home Cards.
Pirate Adventure book cover
#2

Pirate Adventure

2003

Oxford Reading Tree remains the nation's favourite reading scheme and countless children have learnt to read with Biff, Chip, and Kipper. We are delighted to unveil its fresh new look for today's children, teachers and parents, with lively new covers and fresh artwork. Engaging new artwork and covers Alex Brychta's unique style of artwork enthrals and entertains children, and the fresh new look will heighten their pleasure in reading the stories. With freshly drawn artwork for all the favourite core stories at Stages 2 - 5 and fantastic new covers, Oxford Reading Tree is more appealing than ever! Stories children love The Oxford Reading Tree stories have always captivated children's imagination, inspiring them to read - and the stories and characters in the new editions haven't changed at all. Apart, that is, from an exciting new story at Stage 3, The Egg Hunt, which replaces the Dolphin Pool. Simplified structure We have also simplified the structure of the scheme in response to feedback from Owls Storybooks become Stages 6 and 7 Storybooks; magpies become Stages 8 and 9 Storybooks; wrens at Stage 2 have become patterned stories at Stage 1+; and wrens at Stage 3 are now patterned stories at Stage 2. New teaching support material In addition to the existing guided reading cards, perfect for use in guided reading sessions, we have brought out new teaching materials to reflect the needs of teachers in today's DT Flexible, friendly teacher's notes included FREE with each pack of Oxford Reading Tree books - these are easy to store and will save you hours of preparation! DT New Take-Home cards for every Storybook from Stages 1 - 9 to help parents or carers get the most out of reading with their child DT Free resources website at www.oup.com/uk/primary with downloadable photocopy masters DT New Teacher's Handbook and special edition for Scotland
The Great Race book cover
#6

The Great Race

2003

Oxford Reading Tree remains the nation's favourite reading scheme and countless children have learnt to read with Biff, Chip, and Kipper. We are delighted to unveil its fresh new look for today's children, teachers and parents, with lively new covers and fresh artwork. Engaging new artwork and covers Alex Brychta's unique style of artwork enthrals and entertains children, and the fresh new look will heighten their pleasure in reading the stories. With freshly drawn artwork for all the favourite core stories at Stages 2 - 5 and fantastic new covers, Oxford Reading Tree is more appealing than ever! Stories children love The Oxford Reading Tree stories have always captivated children's imagination, inspiring them to read - and the stories and characters in the new editions haven't changed at all. Apart, that is, from an exciting new story at Stage 3, The Egg Hunt, which replaces the Dolphin Pool. Simplified structure We have also simplified the structure of the scheme in response to feedback from Owls Storybooks become Stages 6 and 7 Storybooks; magpies become Stages 8 and 9 Storybooks; wrens at Stage 2 have become patterned stories at Stage 1+; and wrens at Stage 3 are now patterned stories at Stage 2. New teaching support material In addition to the existing guided reading cards, perfect for use in guided reading sessions, we have brought out new teaching materials to reflect the needs of teachers in today's DT Flexible, friendly teacher's notes included FREE with each pack of Oxford Reading Tree books - these are easy to store and will save you hours of preparation! DT New Take-Home cards for every Storybook from Stages 1 - 9 to help parents or carers get the most out of reading with their child DT Free resources website at www.oup.com/uk/primary with downloadable photocopy masters DT New Teacher's Handbook and special edition for Scotland
Underground Adventure book cover
#7

Underground Adventure

1993

The Stage 5 Biff, Chip and Kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories, More Stories A, More Stories B and More Stories C take the children into the less certain realms of fantasy through the magic key adventures.
Vanishing Cream book cover
#8

Vanishing Cream

2011

The Stage 5 Biff, Chip and Kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories, More Stories A, More Stories B and More Stories C take the children into the less certain realms of fantasy through the magic key adventures.
Noah's Ark Adventure book cover
#9

Noah's Ark Adventure

2003

Oxford Reading Tree remains the nation's favourite reading scheme and countless children have learnt to read with Biff, Chip, and Kipper. We are delighted to unveil its fresh new look for today's children, teachers and parents, with lively new covers and fresh artwork. Engaging new artwork and covers Alex Brychta's unique style of artwork enthrals and entertains children, and the fresh new look will heighten their pleasure in reading the stories. With freshly drawn artwork for all the favourite core stories at Stages 2 - 5 and fantastic new covers, Oxford Reading Tree is more appealing than ever! Stories children love The Oxford Reading Tree stories have always captivated children's imagination, inspiring them to read - and the stories and characters in the new editions haven't changed at all. Apart, that is, from an exciting new story at Stage 3, The Egg Hunt, which replaces the Dolphin Pool. Simplified structure We have also simplified the structure of the scheme in response to feedback from Owls Storybooks become Stages 6 and 7 Storybooks; magpies become Stages 8 and 9 Storybooks; wrens at Stage 2 have become patterned stories at Stage 1+; and wrens at Stage 3 are now patterned stories at Stage 2. New teaching support material In addition to the existing guided reading cards, perfect for use in guided reading sessions, we have brought out new teaching materials to reflect the needs of teachers in today's DT Flexible, friendly teacher's notes included FREE with each pack of Oxford Reading Tree books - these are easy to store and will save you hours of preparation! DT New Take-Home cards for every Storybook from Stages 1 - 9 to help parents or carers get the most out of reading with their child DT Free resources website at www.oup.com/uk/primary with downloadable photocopy masters DT New Teacher's Handbook and special edition for Scotland
Kipper And The Trolls book cover
#12

Kipper And The Trolls

2004

Stage 5 More Stories C are the latest 24pp titles at Stage 5 of Oxford Reading Tree. These new and exciting stories are written by Roderick Hunt and illustrated by Alex Brychta, and include five new "magic key" fantasy stories to inspire children's imagination and encourage creative writing. The 24pp Teaching Notes booklet, which is included in the pack, is the same size as the pupil books for easy classroom management. Included in the booklet are a Vocabulary Chart listing Year 1 high frequency words and context words and a Curriculum Coverage Chart listing activities and outcomes for England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. For each title in the pack there are sections on Group and Independent Reading Activities, Speaking and Listening Activities, and Writing, each showing the relevant NLS Objectives covered. Within each section are prompts and suggestions for responding to the story, personal experiences and cross-curricular links, role play, and further suggestions on how to observe pupil's progress. All in a helpful and easy-to-use layout.
Drawing Adventure book cover
#14

Drawing Adventure

2004

Stage 5 More Stories C are the latest 24pp titles at Stage 5 of Oxford Reading Tree. These new and exciting stories are written by Roderick Hunt and illustrated by Alex Brychta, and include five new "magic key" fantasy stories to inspire children's imagination and encourage creative writing. The 24pp Teaching Notes booklet, which is included in the pack, is the same size as the pupil books for easy classroom management. Included in the booklet are a Vocabulary Chart listing Year 1 high frequency words and context words and a Curriculum Coverage Chart listing activities and outcomes for England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. For each title in the pack there are sections on Group and Independent Reading Activities, Speaking and Listening Activities, and Writing, each showing the relevant NLS Objectives covered. Within each section are prompts and suggestions for responding to the story, personal experiences and cross-curricular links, role play, and further suggestions on how to observe pupil's progress. All in a helpful and easy-to-use layout.
Land Of The Dinosaurs book cover
#16

Land Of The Dinosaurs

1987

The teaching notes for the Oxford Reading Tree Biff, Chip and Kipper books are full of practical suggestions for using the storybooks, saving you hours of preparation time. They have been updated in line with the simple view of reading and the renewed Primary Framework for Literacy. They now include guidance for group/guided reading, comprehension and word recognition, and assessment. These replace the existing Teaching Notes and Guided Reading Cards. The storybooks are unchanged, but notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants have been added to the inside covers. These notes replace the existing Take-Home Cards.
Robin Hood book cover
#17

Robin Hood

1987

Oxford Reading Tree remains the nation's favourite reading scheme and countless children have learnt to read with Biff, Chip, and Kipper. We are delighted to unveil its fresh new look for today's children, teachers and parents, with lively new covers and fresh artwork. Engaging new artwork and covers Alex Brychta's unique style of artwork enthrals and entertains children, and the fresh new look will heighten their pleasure in reading the stories. With freshly drawn artwork for all the favourite core stories at Stages 2 - 5 and fantastic new covers, Oxford Reading Tree is more appealing than ever! Stories children love The Oxford Reading Tree stories have always captivated children's imagination, inspiring them to read - and the stories and characters in the new editions haven't changed at all. Apart, that is, from an exciting new story at Stage 3, The Egg Hunt, which replaces the Dolphin Pool. Simplified structure We have also simplified the structure of the scheme in response to feedback from Owls Storybooks become Stages 6 and 7 Storybooks; magpies become Stages 8 and 9 Storybooks; wrens at Stage 2 have become patterned stories at Stage 1+; and wrens at Stage 3 are now patterned stories at Stage 2. New teaching support material In addition to the existing guided reading cards, perfect for use in guided reading sessions, we have brought out new teaching materials to reflect the needs of teachers in today's DT Flexible, friendly teacher's notes included FREE with each pack of Oxford Reading Tree books - these are easy to store and will save you hours of preparation! DT New Take-Home cards for every Storybook from Stages 1 - 9 to help parents or carers get the most out of reading with their child DT Free resources website at www.oup.com/uk/primary with downloadable photocopy masters DT New Teacher's Handbook and special edition for Scotland
Christmas Adventure book cover
#20

Christmas Adventure

1994

The Stage 6 Biff, Chip and Kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories, More Stories A and More Stories B involve familiar situations and a variety of fantasy settings through the magic key adventures.
The Laughing Princess book cover
#21

The Laughing Princess

1994

The teaching notes for the Oxford Reading Tree Biff, Chip and Kipper books are full of practical suggestions for using the storybooks, saving you hours of preparation time. They have been updated in line with the simple view of reading and the renewed Primary Framework for Literacy. They now include guidance for group/guided reading, comprehension and word recognition, and assessment. These replace the existing Teaching Notes and Guided Reading Cards. The storybooks are unchanged, but notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants have been added to the inside covers. These notes replace the existing Take-Home Cards.
The Stolen Crown Part 1 book cover
#25

The Stolen Crown Part 1

2007

The teaching notes for the Oxford Reading Tree Biff, Chip and Kipper books are full of practical suggestions for using the storybooks, saving you hours of preparation time. They have been updated in line with the simple view of reading and the renewed Primary Framework for Literacy. They now include guidance for group/guided reading, comprehension and word recognition, and assessment. These replace the existing Teaching Notes and Guided Reading Cards. The storybooks are unchanged, but notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants have been added to the inside covers. These notes replace the existing Take-Home Cards.
The Stolen Crown Part 2 book cover
#26

The Stolen Crown Part 2

2008

The Stage 6 Biff, Chip and Kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories, More Stories A and More Stories B involve familiar situations and a variety of fantasy settings through the magic key adventures.
Red Planet book cover
#27

Red Planet

1987

The Stage 7 Biff, Chip and Kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories, More Stories A and More Stories B involve familiar situations and a variety of fantasy settings through the magic key adventures. Longer stories help to build stamina.
Lost In The Jungle book cover
#28

Lost In The Jungle

1987

The Stage 7 Biff, Chip and Kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories, More Stories A and More Stories B involve familiar situations and a variety of fantasy settings through the magic key adventures. Longer stories help to build stamina.
Submarine Adventure book cover
#30

Submarine Adventure

2002

The Stage 7 Biff, Chip and Kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories, More Stories A and More Stories B involve familiar situations and a variety of fantasy settings through the magic key adventures. Longer stories help to build stamina.
Chinese Adventure book cover
#31

Chinese Adventure

1994

The Stage 7 Biff, Chip and Kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories, More Stories A and More Stories B involve familiar situations and a variety of fantasy settings through the magic key adventures. Longer stories help to build stamina.
The Jigsaw Puzzle book cover
#32

The Jigsaw Puzzle

1994

The teaching notes for the Oxford Reading Tree Biff, Chip and Kipper books are full of practical suggestions for using the storybooks, saving you hours of preparation time. They have been updated in line with the simple view of reading and the renewed Primary Framework for Literacy. They now include guidance for group/guided reading, comprehension and word recognition, and assessment. These replace the existing Teaching Notes and Guided Reading Cards. The storybooks are unchanged, but notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants have been added to the inside covers. These notes replace the existing Take-Home Cards.
The Big Breakfast book cover
#36

The Big Breakfast

2007

Oxford Reading Tree, Stage 7, More Stories Pack C
The Flying Carpet book cover
#38

The Flying Carpet

1997

The teaching notes for the Oxford Reading Tree Biff, Chip and Kipper books are full of practical suggestions for using the storybooks, saving you hours of preparation time. They have been updated in line with the simple view of reading and the renewed Primary Framework for Literacy. They now include guidance for group/guided reading, comprehension and word recognition, and assessment. These replace the existing Teaching Notes and Guided Reading Cards. The storybooks are unchanged, but notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants have been added to the inside covers. These notes replace the existing Take-Home Cards.
Viking Adventure book cover
#39

Viking Adventure

2003

Oxford Reading Tree remains the nation's favourite reading scheme and countless children have learnt to read with Biff, Chip, and Kipper. We are delighted to unveil its fresh new look for today's children, teachers and parents, with lively new covers and fresh artwork. Engaging new artwork and covers Alex Brychta's unique style of artwork enthrals and entertains children, and the fresh new look will heighten their pleasure in reading the stories. With freshly drawn artwork for all the favourite core stories at Stages 2 - 5 and fantastic new covers, Oxford Reading Tree is more appealing than ever! Stories children love The Oxford Reading Tree stories have always captivated children's imagination, inspiring them to read - and the stories and characters in the new editions haven't changed at all. Apart, that is, from an exciting new story at Stage 3, The Egg Hunt, which replaces the Dolphin Pool. Simplified structure We have also simplified the structure of the scheme in response to feedback from Owls Storybooks become Stages 6 and 7 Storybooks; magpies become Stages 8 and 9 Storybooks; wrens at Stage 2 have become patterned stories at Stage 1+; and wrens at Stage 3 are now patterned stories at Stage 2. New teaching support material In addition to the existing guided reading cards, perfect for use in guided reading sessions, we have brought out new teaching materials to reflect the needs of teachers in today's DT Flexible, friendly teacher's notes included FREE with each pack of Oxford Reading Tree books - these are easy to store and will save you hours of preparation! DT New Take-Home cards for every Storybook from Stages 1 - 9 to help parents or carers get the most out of reading with their child DT Free resources website at www.oup.com/uk/primary with downloadable photocopy masters DT New Teacher's Handbook and special edition for Scotland
What Was It Like? book cover
#44

What Was It Like?

2001

The teaching notes for the Oxford Reading Tree Biff, Chip and Kipper books are full of practical suggestions for using the storybooks, saving you hours of preparation time. They have been updated in line with the simple view of reading and the renewed Primary Framework for Literacy. They now include guidance for group/guided reading, comprehension and word recognition, and assessment. These replace the existing Teaching Notes and Guided Reading Cards. The storybooks are unchanged, but notes for parents/carers and teaching assistants have been added to the inside covers. These notes replace the existing Take-Home Cards.
Storm Castle book cover
#46

Storm Castle

2003

The Stage 9 Biff, Chip and Kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories and More Stories continue to provide a mix of fantasy settings and familiar situations. More complex sentences develop stamina, to enable readers to progress with confidence.
Survival Adventure book cover
#47

Survival Adventure

2003

Presents a reading scheme that contains stories, meant for children. This title offers teaching support material - guided reading cards, and teacher's notes included free with each pack of Oxford Reading Tree books. It contains Take-Home cards for every storybook from Stages 1 - 9, and has a website with downloadable photocopy masters. stage 9
The Blue Eye book cover
#49

The Blue Eye

2003

The Flying Machine book cover
#52

The Flying Machine

2003

The Stage 9 Biff, Chip and Kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories and More Stories continue to provide a mix of fantasy settings and familiar situations. More complex sentences develop stamina, to enable readers to progress with confidence.

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David Hunt
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