Stage Fright & Heather's Story - Level 27-28

This book contains the fiction title Stage Fright and the non-fiction title Heather's Story.

In Stage Fright, a young girl struggles with nerves when asked to read aloud in class, but through courage and support, she learns how to manage her anxiety and grow in confidence. This realistic third-person narrative uses direct speech and thoughtful character development to explore emotional challenges students may face. In the accompanying non-fiction title Heather's Story, readers meet Heather, who was severely burned in a fire. Through biography and photo-rich reporting, this text tells of her inspiring recovery and positive outlook, despite life-changing injuries. The layout includes fact boxes, glossary, and an index to support comprehension, while the sensitive storytelling allows students to build empathy and resilience.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports emotional literacy and social awareness
• Explores narrative structure and realistic fiction features
• Enhances information synthesis through biographies
• Teaches text navigation with glossaries and fact boxes

Classroom Ideas:

• Role-play scenes from Stage Fright to build empathy
• Create a personal response journal after reading Heather's Story
• Compare the challenges faced by each character
• Discuss strategies for overcoming fear or anxiety

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 8+
• Book size: 200mm x 148mm
• Printed material only; suitable for school and home use
• Contains sensitive themes handled with care