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Coming to England

Name: Coming to England
ISBN: 9781509835485

By Floella Benjamin

Can a brave girl turn a cold, unwelcoming city into somewhere she belongs?

inspirational heartfelt uplifting

Genres

Biography Non-fiction Feelings/Wellbeing

What is Coming to England about?

At ten, Floella Benjamin leaves her vibrant Trinidad home to reunite with her family in 1960s London. Facing unexpected challenges in a cold, unwelcoming city, she discovers that resilience and determination can overcome adversity. This inspiring true story highlights the power of hope and courage.

About the author

Floella Benjamin is a much-loved author, actress, and television presenter. She is best known for presenting the popular children’s show ‘Play School’. Floella has written many books for young readers, including her story ‘Coming to England’. She loves inspiring children to read, dream big, and believe in themselves.

Pages

144 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2016

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