Elif Balta Parks

Elif Balta Parks

  • 4 stars across 25 books
Deborah Chancellor is a writer of fiction and non-fiction books for children. She has written nearly 100 books and worked with many leading publishers. Deborah is a prolific writer of children's non-fiction on a wide range of subjects. She is a versatile author who has written biographies for teenagers, adapted Bible stories for pre-school children, and written teenage fiction for older children with reading difficulties. Her books have been translated into many languages and sold all over the world. An Associate Fellow of the Royal Literary Fund, Deborah appears at Literary Festivals and runs writing workshops for young people. Elif Balta Parks is a business graduate who's love of drawing lead her to change her life and become an illustrator. She studied independently for several years, developing her style and then attended Central Saint Martins college before beginning her career as an illustrator. Since 2012 Elif has illustrated over 30 children's books and is passionate about engaging young readers' imaginations with her work.
She lives in more than one place but always has her sketchbook at her side.
9th November 2017

The Red Flag: Josh Learns How Rules Keep us Safe

This story explores the theme of rules and how they keep us safe. It includes teacher notes for exploring the wider th... MoreThe Red Flag: Josh Learns How Rules Keep us Safe

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2nd September 2021

Hush!: Phase 2 Set 5

Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Tr... MoreHush!: Phase 2 Set 5

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15th June 2020

Pegs and Socks: Band 01b/Pink B

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse an... MorePegs and Socks: Band 01b/Pink B

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9th November 2017

Who Did That?: Sasha Learns About Taking Responsibility

This story expores the issue of responsibility and owning up to our actions. In the story, seven-year old Sasha smas... MoreWho Did That?: Sasha Learns About Taking Responsibility

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13th July 2017

British Values: The Class Vote: Roshan Learns About Democracy

Roshan is excited because his class has a new pet, a cute little hamster. But what should they call the hamster? Rosha... MoreBritish Values: The Class Vote: Roshan Learns About Democracy

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13th July 2017

British Values: Making Friends: Emily learns about tolerance

Emily is really lonely so Mum suggests she makes friends with her neighbour, Amira. But Amira seems so different - she... MoreBritish Values: Making Friends: Emily learns about tolerance

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23rd May 2019

Our Values: Champion Gran: Kara Learns About Respect

This story expores the issue of respect - if we don't respect other people we miss the chance to learn from them and ... MoreOur Values: Champion Gran: Kara Learns About Respect

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23rd May 2019

Our Values: The Town Makeover: Noah Learns About Community Pride

This book explores the theme of civic or community pride in shared spaces and is suitable for young children aged 5+... MoreOur Values: The Town Makeover: Noah Learns About Community Pride

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13th January 2020

Hush!: Band 02a/Red a

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse an... MoreHush!: Band 02a/Red a

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14th September 2020

Little Pickle and Greedy Giant: Band 06/Orange

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse an... MoreLittle Pickle and Greedy Giant: Band 06/Orange

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