Are you a roundhead or a cavalier?

Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.

Explore the divided world of England through Robert Brown, a Roundhead, and Lady Margaret, a Cavalier. Starting with Charles I's crowning in 1625 and ending with the restoration in 1660, this book reveals the key events that shaped the English Civil War. Discover the victories and challenges faced by both sides and decide for yourself who was truly in the right.


      Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.


      Pages 46 and 47 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.


      Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.