In the middle of a game, Carrie said to Harry “Don’t step on the lines or the
Bogeyman will get youâ€. Find out who the Bogeyman is and if Harry can face his
fears by standing up to him.
• Turquoise/Band 7 books offer literary language and extended descriptions,
with longer sentences and a wide range of unfamiliar terms.
• Text type: A story with a familiar setting
• Pages 22 and 23 show how differently Harry’s world looks when he’s scared of
the Bogeyman and when he has overcome his fear, providing a wealth of speaking
and listening opportunities.
• Curriculum links: Literacy: Stories with familiar settings