A constellation is a group of stars that make an imaginary shape in the night sky. In different parts of the world, people have made up different shapes out of the same group of stars. It is like a game of connecting the dots. They are often named after mythological characters, people, animals and objects.

(a) Think about how Frank and Gilbert feel at different points in the story. What might they write in their diaries? Imagine you are each character. Choose an exciting part of the story. Write diary extracts for each character. (b) Extract Grid

TASK: Use the information in Chapter Two to explain what the main problem in the story is, and what the plan is to resolve it. Think about what has happened to Toto and Dorothy. What do they want to do? What is stopping them from achieving their goal? What do they need to do next? Do you think the plan will work? CURRICULUM LINKS: (KS1) Understand both the books that they can already read accurately and fluently and those that they listen to by: checking that the text makes sense to them as they read and correcting inaccurate reading predicting what might happen on the basis of what has been read so far CURRICULUM LINKS: (KS2) Understand what they read, in books they can read independently, by: drawing inferences such as inferring characters’ feelings, thoughts and motives from their actions, and justifying inferences

Task: Now that you’ve met Toto, Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Woodman and Lion, choose one of the characters and create a character profile for them. Use information from the text and your own imagination to create the profile. CURRICULUM LINKS: (KS1) Understand both the books that they can already read accurately and fluently and those that they listen to by: drawing on what they already know or on background information and vocabulary provided by the teacher answering and asking questions CURRICULUM LINKS: (KS2) Understand what they read, in books they can read independently, by: checking that the text makes sense to them, discussing their understanding and explaining the meaning of words in context asking questions to improve their understanding

A 10 x 10 letter wordsearch to find the words: Tea, Tiger, Sophie, Mummy, Daddy, Buns, Sandwiches

Come join one busy dog on her journey to find her place in the world in Odd Dog Out, the third sublimely illustrated book from the bestselling, award-winning Rob Biddulph. There are 12 seasonal words hidden in this picture. Can you find them all?

A dot-to-dot activity for KS1 and KS2: Join the dots to find Tiger.

(a) What makes the perfect dad? Imagine you are a successful TV producer. You want to make a show about the perfect dad. (b) Design your advert here.

Task: Can you explain what the words highlighted in this extract mean? Did you know that reading The 1,000-year-old Boy will help you to improve your knowledge of, and ability to use, new and interesting vocabulary? Challenge yourself to find out what all of the words on the next pages mean.

What is Ruby saying? Based on your interpretation of what Ruby says, what do you think she is implying?

Midnight is the time when all children are fast asleep, except of course for… the Midnight Gang. That is when their adventures are just beginning… Who will you share the midnight magic with? Draw your friends!

Research and answer the questions in the boxes. You could work by yourself or with a group. Then choose one of the boxes and create a short presentation that you could show the class.

(a) Choose an exciting scene from Bad Dad and rewrite it into a play script. Then act it out with your friends. (b) Write your play script here.

Who would you most like to visit you at teatime? Have you ever wanted your favourite animal to ring the doorbell? Is there a person you've always wanted to meet? Or would your favourite visitor just be your best friend? Draw your favourite teatime guest in the space below.

Task: Create a leaflet to promote The Saxon Experience that would appeal to children like Aidan, Alfie and Roxy. Think about what might make the visit more fun and engaging for them. Use information from the story as well as your imagination. You may also like to research similar places to get ideas.

Come join one busy dog on her journey to find her place in the world in Odd Dog Out, the third sublimely illustrated book from the bestselling, award-winning Rob Biddulph. Can you find the sausage among the dogs?

(a) Imagine you are Gilbert. Write a letter to Mr Big to try and get yourself out of trouble. Use information from the story and your own imagination. (b) Write your letter here.

Test your knowledge of the story. See how many quiz questions you can answer correctly. Use the book to help you find the answers.

Task: Write a newspaper article about the fire that burned down Oak Cottage. You can use ideas from the story and your own imagination to write your newspaper article. Ideas to include: • A catchy article heading • Who was involved in the event? • What happened that was interesting? • Why did it happen? • Where did it all start ? • When did it happen? • Quotes from witnesses • Picture with a caption

Midnight is the time when all children are fast asleep, except of course for… the Midnight Gang. That is when their adventures are just beginning… Show us what delicious treats would be on your table by cooking up a menu for your own midnight feast.