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Freak the Mighty
£7.99
Freak the Mighty
Age 10+
£7.99
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'A small classic, funny-sad, page-turning and memorable' The Sunday Times
'As funny as it is touching and convincing' The Guardian
Max is used to being called Stupid. And he is used to everyone being scared of him. On account of his size and looking like his dad.
Kevin is used to being called Dwarf. And he is used to everyone laughing at him. On account of his size and being some cripple kid.
But greatness comes in all sizes, and together Max and Kevin become Freak The Mighty and walk high above the world.
An inspiring, heartbreaking, multi-award winning international bestseller.
- Extent:
- 224 pages
- Dimensions:
- 198 x 130mm
- Paperback ISBN:
- 9780746087251
- Accelerated Reader Book Level:
- 5.4
- Accelerated Reader Interest Level:
- Upper years (UY)
- Book Band:
- Dark Blue
- Key Stage:
- KS2, KS3
- Publication Date:
- August 2017
- Work Reference:
- 00573
View series: Usborne Modern Classics
A captivating, memorable story.
A brilliant and poignant novel from a very talented writer. This is one of the best children's books of the year.
Moving and inspirational.
A small classic, funny-sad, page-turning and memorable... Suspenseful, touching and swiftly persuasive about its most unusual central characters, this remarkable book takes you through dark territory, but it is written with humour and simplicity. It celebrates language, loyalty and imagination, and leaves you smiling.
A heart-breaking tale. "Freak the Mighty" offers everything you could possibly wish for in a novel ... Get reading now and prepare to sob your heart out.
Teachers’ resources
Analyse key themes and devices including symbolism, similes, the use of stories, disability, friendship and family through discussion questions and creative activities – perfect for KS3.