The Monster Under the Bed

Band 11/Lime
Build your child’s reading confidence at home with books at the right level
Build your child’s reading confidence at home with books at the right level

Ben's feeling sick, or at least that's what he says. Really, he doesn't want to see his friend Vince. But when he finds a monster under his bed he has an idea – the two swap identities for the day, with hilarious results! This play, by Kevin Dyer, in partnership with Polka Theatre, explores familiar issues and will work wonderfully in performance.

• Lime/Band 11 books have longer sentence structures and a greater use of literary language.
• Text type: A playscript.
• A feelings mountain on pages 30 and 31 charts the rise and fall of emotions that the two main characters feel throughout the play, providing a wealth of speaking and listening opportunities.
• Curriculum links: Citizenship: Taking part – developing skills of communication and participation; Art and Design: Portraying relationships.
• This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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