On the Ball - Level 19-20

On the Ball is an engaging non-fiction text that explores the science behind how balls bounce, what materials they're made from, and how they are used in different sports and activities. From table tennis to basketball, the book combines scientific information with a touch of poetry and an activity with instructions. Featuring labelled diagrams, hyphenated terms, and specialised vocabulary such as œlatex, œrubber, and œsynthetic, this book offers cross-curricular appeal between physical science and literacy. Word study is supported through compound words, digraphs, and initial blends, helping students build phonemic awareness. On the Ball is ideal for students who enjoy sport and hands-on learning, fostering inquiry and curiosity about everyday objects through engaging language and visuals.

Educational Benefits

• Teaches physical science concepts in a literacy-rich context.
• Develops vocabulary through topic-specific language.
• Strengthens phonics knowledge with compound words and blends.
• Encourages interpretation of diagrams and instruction sequences.

Classroom Ideas

• Conduct a science experiment testing different balls' bounce heights.
• Write a poem using the theme œon the ball with rhyming and rhythm.
• Label parts of a ball in a diagram and explain their function.
• Create a œball museum in class with descriptions of each type.

Safety & Information

• Suitable for ages 7+
• Book dimensions: 210mm x 148mm
• No hazardous content; safe for school environments.
• Perfect for science units or active learning themes.