An absorbing story about connections and new friends, in which Paulina works to master written Chinese, help her friend and solve the mystery of the turtle's wish. Prompt thoughtful discussions and support development of higher-level comprehension skills with Reflect - a series of emotionally powerful stories with realistic settings.
Once there was a time, when ten gleaming hot suns stood high in the sky. These burning spheres of gas and dust were the sons of the Jade Emperor, over whom he had lost all control ... Mulan and Other Legendary Chinese Tales brings together four inspiring tales of love, loss, betrayal, courage, conflict and loyalty. Travel with us beyond the Black Mountains, you'll see one girl's courage as she breaks tradition and shows us the importance of being true to ourselves, we'll cross the bridge of magpies over the Heavenly River and discover how one family's devotion softened the Jade Emperor's heart. You may even meet a colourful caterpillar along the way and learn how a man with the head of a dog marries a princess. Mulan and other Legendary Chinese Tales is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years
Sienna is unhappy. Her mum has disappeared and Sienna feels alone in Shanghai. Rufus - an invisible dog - is her only friend. When their mean housekeeper starts acting suspiciously, she decides to investigate. She follows a trail of clues that leads her to a mysterious moon-lit temple. Is her mother's disappearance linked to a priceless statue of the moon princess? And can Sienna discover the dangerous truth?