Liz and her Dad were staying in a small stone cottage on the side of the loch. They had spent summer holidays in Scotland for as long as Liz could remember. Liz loved Scotland. She liked exploring …
It was still dark when Jake woke up. Mr Webster was shaking Jake's shoulder. 'Come on, get up, you lazy little urchin. There are lost of chimneys to sweep,' he grumbled. Jake tried to rub the slee…
Mr Jolly was a zoo keeper. One sunny morning he jumped out of bed and into his slippers and dressing gown. 'It's a wonderful day,' he thought, 'and the best way to start a wonderful day is with a w…
It was the morning of Christmas Eve. Dad looked out of the window at the cold, grey sky and sighed. 'I hope it doesn't snow any more before I get back from the hospital,' he said. That afternoon M…
It was Saturday morning. As usual William was watching his favourite programme on television. 'William! Your room is an absolute tip. I can hardly get through the door,' said Mum. 'I'll tidy it up…
William and Hamid were at the seaside. They were staying in a cottage overlooking the beach. 'These cottages are hundreds of years old,' said Hamid. 'They must have been here in the in the days of …
One Monday morning a letter came for Mum and Dad. 'It's from Great-grandfather,' said Mum. 'It's his birthday on Saturday and he wants us to go and spend the weekend with him.' 'Good,' said Dad. …
Oxford Reading Tree - Stage 9 This book is divided into three main sections: "The Space Adventure" is a fictional story about two elementary school boys who take inspiration from their teache…
When Adam and Sue got back from school on Friday afternoon, Mum had some news for them, 'Our new neighbours moved in this morning,' she said. 'They seem to be very friendly.' 'Have they any childr…
There was going to be a festival in the village. In the afternoon there would be a flower and vegetable show, sports, a pram race and a tug-of-war. In the evening St Joseph's Primary School was go…