Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales: Level 5: The Moon in the Pond

The Moon in the Pond is an engaging and humorous tale that draws from the rich tradition of African-American folklore, featuring Brer Rabbit. In this delightful story, Rabbit tells Bear and Fox that the moon has fallen into the pond. Will they be able to rescue it? Written by Chris Powling and illustrated by Jeannie Winston, the tale has been sensitively retold so that children can read it with confidence.

The Plot

The retelling keeps the magic of the original tale, and it is carefully levelled to Oxford Reading Tree Level 5 and matched to the phonics progression in Letters and Sounds, making it a delightful read for young audiences.

Themes

• Humour: A funny story to capture children's imaginations.
• Traditional Tales: An introduction to stories passed down for generations and to different cultures, traditions and morals.
• Adventure: The question of whether the moon can be rescued encourages imaginative thinking.

This book is designed with young readers in mind, featuring helpful tips for parents and a story map to assist in retelling the tale. As part of the Oxford Reading Tree series, it introduces children to traditional narratives that celebrate culture and storytelling. The Traditional Tales series includes 40 of the best-known stories from all over the world.