Sam's Football Stories Author:Sheila Blackburn It provides stimulation and motivation especially for boys, aged 6-11 who are slower learners or reluctant readers. Gripping story lines make children want to read the next book. Compatible with Primary Literacy Strategy category of everyday stories, it is designed to look like books more able children are reading with attractive colour covers a... more »nd black and white illustrations inside. The number of words per book increases as you progress through the series. Written by an experienced primary teacher and children's author, it has clear font and print style.« less