Sandstorm
Sandstorm by Judy Cumberbatch, published by Cambridge University Press on October 29, 1998, is a 96-page work written in English. This book is part of a major reading scheme designed to enhance literacy during the primary years. It combines elements of a mystery and adventure story with vivid descriptions of contemporary Egyptian life, following Rashida and her friend Iman as they navigate a sandstorm on their way home from school.
Readers will discover Rashida’s intriguing journey as she finds an old mirror buried in the sand, leading her to experience visions of another girl from a different time. The narrative explores themes of curiosity and the intersection of past and present, while also aiming to develop children’s understanding of language, vocabulary, and narrative structures. Sandstorm is included in Extended Reading Level B, targeting children in Year 6/Primary 7, and is designed to provide an engaging reading experience that fosters literacy development.
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A major reading scheme for the teaching of reading and the development of literacy throughout the primary years. Sandstorm combines the elements of a gripping mystery/adventure story with an atmospheric description of present-day Egyptian life. Rashida and her friend Iman are caught in a sandstorm on their way home from school. As the air begins to clear, Rashida finds an old mirror buried in the sand. In the days that follow, Rashida sees visions in the mirror of another girl in another time. Has the sandstorm turned her mad, or can the mirror really give her the power to look into the past? Sandstorm is one of eleven books that make up Extended Reading Level B, for children in Year 6/Primary 7. This phase of Cambridge Reading has an increased provision of extended narratives and aims to develop children’s knowledge about language, its vocabulary, forms, structures and styles.
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