Surfing the Moon

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.


Jack knows he’s different from other kids – he doesn’t think the way they do. Jack’s love of the moon leads him on a courageous journey into the sea. This is a story about neurodiversity, finding new friends, facing your fears and following your dreams.


Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.


Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.