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. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.

This beautifully illustrated nonfiction book is a treat for any young reader who loves to sing and dance, or who dreams of acquiring a new and unusual skill.
Told through the words of Mighty Glen Glen, a calypso singer, we're introduced to the world of calypsos and learn what it takes to become a calypsonian. The books takes us through six steps to become a calypsonian, the final one being to perform the calypso in a stunning outfit. Winning the calypso crown would be the ultimate dream!

About the Author

Desryn T. A. Collins is passionate about the power of books to transform lives and help children discover their own voices. She holds an MA in English from UCL, University of London. This gifted writer was born in Guyana but lives in St John's, Antigua where she is currently the Education Officer for Language Arts.

Book Information
ISBN 9780008413897
Author Desryn Collins
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Collins
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Weight(grams) 80g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 148mm * 2mm