In 1850 in Scotland, a great storm washed away tonnes of soil to reveal the
remains of a village that existed 4,000 years before. Discover what was found
at the lost village of Skara Brae and what life was like in the New Stone Age.

Turquoise/Band 7 books offer literary language and extended descriptions,
with longer sentences and a wide range of unfamiliar terms.
Text type: An Information Book
A visual timeline on pages 22 and 23 show how life has changed in Skara Brae
over time, providing plenty of speaking and listening opportunities.
Curriculum links: History: What were homes like a long time ago?; Geography:
An island home