Book details
Leopard on the Mountain Pack of 6 (Cambridge Reading)
Description
Leopard on the Mountain is an engaging story set in the Himalayas, following three children as they encounter a leopard. The book explores familiar events like school and home life in the unfamiliar setting of India, making it attractive to young readers. It serves as a useful resource for teachers in multicultural and environmental classwork. This book is part of Independent Reading Level B for Year 4/Primary 5 students, aiming to extend reading tastes and language understanding, motivate enjoyment in reading, and build reading stamina. It includes black and white illustrations to appeal to its target readership.
Age
7-9
Text complexity
beginner
Length
64 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Storytelling: Ruskin Bond is renowned for his captivating storytelling style that draws readers into the narrative. 'Leopard on the Mountain Pack of 6' is likely to be a collection of stories that are both engaging and entertaining, making it a great read for both children and adults.
- Cultural Insight: Reading Ruskin Bond's work often provides insight into Indian culture and the beauty of the Indian landscape. This book may offer readers a glimpse into life in the mountains and the relationship between humans and wildlife, enriching their understanding of the world.
- Language Development: For younger readers, the book can serve as an excellent tool for language development. The vocabulary and sentence structures used by Ruskin Bond are typically accessible yet rich, which can help improve reading skills and comprehension.
- Moral Lessons: Ruskin Bond's stories often come with underlying moral lessons that are valuable for readers of all ages. 'Leopard on the Mountain Pack of 6' may include themes of coexistence, respect for nature, and the importance of courage and kindness, which are important lessons for everyone.