Norman the Naughty Knight and the Flying Horse (Reading Ladder Level 2)
Smriti Halls, Ian Smith
Norman and Doris the Dragon get ready for the big joust – but Norman’s silly stories land him in trouble again in this brilliantly funny adventure, perfect for children learning to read. There's going to be a jousting contest at Creaky Castle – Norman and Doris the Dragon can't wait! But when Norman starts telling silly stories to the knights taking part, he ends up in real trouble – he's going to need to learn how to joust! The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite topics, so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. It’s the first step towards a lasting love of reading. Level 2 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for readers who are growing in confidence and are beginning to enjoy longer stories. Clear type Up to 8 lines per page Bright, appealing pictures for added interest A variety of sentence structures A wider range of vocabulary Strong themes and characters to discuss All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support their children’s reading. Book band: Purple
Reviews

I loved the way his stories helped him overcome all the other knights in a jiffy
Empress Peaches Scratchings 26.08.2024

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I like it when all of the other knights fell into the trap of Norman when he said his stories
Don Muscles Shortbread 24.08.2024

Liked when the dragon sat on Norman and I liked it because he got his head stuck and the horse was chasing the squirrel and he had the shout HELP HELP HELP.
Commander Grip Vampire 13.08.2024

It is a amazing book to read
Judge Trigger Remmington 03.08.2024

I thought it would be even more interesting
Anonymous 05.06.2024

I liked when norman told naughty stories.
Prince Race-car Armadillo 03.09.2023

A jousting contest where a knight's horse ran away and the knight had to use his dragon 'Doris' instead and won. It was funny because he pretended to be a ghost and a headless horseman and scared off the other people
General Panther Armchair 08.08.2023

It was very fast to read it was nicely designed.
Captain River Pinkerton 04.08.2023

Norman was funny the red Knight was scary but I really liked it
Officer Sunny Manatee 31.07.2023

I liked that he had courage against the Red Knight.
Inspector Race-car Desperado 20.07.2023

I like that he defeated the Red Knight
Queen Ursula Spinner 20.07.2023

Loved Norman
Superintendent Dragon Sofa 05.07.2023

I like the Queen the best because she was the only female. And I favourite part was when Norman telling funny stories.
Lady Esmerelda Teacup 26.08.2022

it was difficult but good. my favourite bit was when the red knight fell.
Coach Ice-T Peanut-butter 09.08.2022

I liked the red Knight because I like being a winner too.
Professor Dobbin Mozzarella 06.08.2022

Bit funny that the Dragon was the horse
Major Gargoyle Dangerous 05.08.2022

I really enjoyed this story it was alot of fun to read.
Duchess Ariel Sausage-Roll 20.07.2022

I liked the part when Norman's horse chased the squirrel into the castle.
Superintendent Binky Pendragon 06.07.2022

I liked that Norman was always telling stories and that he had a flying horse.
Coach Slide Unicycle 01.09.2021

I thought it was really good because l liked Norman when he scared the knight. My favourite character was Doris the dragon . I would definitely recommend it.
Inspector Flash Fink 02.08.2021