Book details
King Midas: Independent Reading 15
Description
In this retelling of the Greek myth, King Midas learns what true value means when his greed robs him of everything that he holds most dear.This first colour chapter book is a perfectly levelled, accessible text for Key stage 2 readers aged 9-10. Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and activities to provoke deeper response and encourage writing. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.The Key Stage 2 Reading Champion Books are suggested for use as follows:Independent Reading 11: start of Year 3 or age 7+Independent Reading 12: end of Year 3 or age 7+Independent Reading 13: start of Year 4 or age 8+Independent Reading 14: end of Year 4 or age 8+Independent Reading 15: start of Year 5 or age 9+Independent Reading 16: end of Year 5 or age 9+Independent Reading 17: start of Year 6 or age 10+Independent Reading 18: end of Year 6 or age 10+
Age
7-9
Text complexity
developing
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Reason 1: Engaging retelling of a classic myth that brings the story of King Midas and his golden touch to life for young readers.
- Reason 2: Beautiful illustrations that captivate children's imagination and enhance their reading experience.
- Reason 3: Helps develop reading skills and vocabulary for children at an independent reading level.
- Reason 4: Teaches important moral lessons about greed and the value of appreciating what one has.