Marcelle Akita 
Reading Planet: Astro Amazing Men in Black History – Stars/Turquoise band 

Black History is not just history – it is the history of people left out of the history books. But this book is different! In this book, we are going to meet eight amazing Black men. They did amazing things in the past – and some are doing amazing things today! Learn about Mansa Musa, the richest man EVER, Walter Tull, the fantastic footballer and hero, and William Kamkwamba, the boy that made electricity for his town! Children can also read about Amazing Women in Black History too, in the partner book at Mars/Stars band. Amazing Men in Black History is part of the Astro range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Astro books are ideal for struggling and reluctant readers aged 7-11. Each book is dual-banded so that children can improve their fluency whilst enjoying exciting fiction and non-fiction relevant to their age. Astro books for Stars/Turquoise band are also highly-decodable so ideal for extra phonics practice. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Interest age: 7-8 Reading age: 6-7 years