The Emperor and the Nightingale: Read It Yourself - Level 4 Fluent Reader

A classic tale that tells the story of an emperor who becomes entranced by the beautiful song of a nightingale. The nightingale's music brings joy to the emperor's heart, but when a mechanical bird is introduced, the emperor is momentarily swayed by its glittering beauty and predictable songs. However, he soon realizes the true value of the nightingale's natural and unique melodies when faced with mortality and the bird's music brings healing and comfort. Based on the well-loved fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, set in ancient China. When the emperor finds a little nightingale in the forest, he loves her beautiful song and they become friends. But what will he learn when he replaces her with a clockwork alternative? The Emperor and the Nightingale is from Fluent Reader Level 4 and is ideal for more fluent readers aged from 7+ who are starting to read independently. Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading. With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.