General Note – Mercury Island Oxford Reading Level: 8 Reading Level: 18 Book Band: Purple Age Range: 6–7 years Text Type: Fiction / Adventure / Science-themed Purpose and Focus: "Mercury Island" is an exciting adventure story aimed at helping young readers practice fluent reading, comprehension, and vocabulary development. The story introduces simple science-related ideas through an imaginative plot set on a mysterious island. It includes elements of curiosity, exploration, and teamwork. Learning Objectives: Understand setting, character, and plot Identify cause and effect Make predictions based on text clues Infer feelings and motivations of characters Expand topic-specific vocabulary (linked to nature, science, or technology) Language and Structure: Approximately 900–1100 words 5–6 short chapters with logical sequencing Use of direct speech, questions, and expressive punctuation Paragraphs clearly marked and supported by illustrations Incorporates imaginative language to support comprehension and discussion Illustration Notes: Colorful, age-appropriate illustrations on every page Visuals enhance understanding and provide context for new words Diagrams or maps (if included) support spatial or science-based references

Summary – The Train Stop Anna and her little brother Leo are on their way to visit Grandma by train. At the small, quiet station, the train is delayed, and they must wait with their mum. At first, Anna is bored, but soon she begins to notice interesting things: a man with a funny hat, a dog chasing leaves, and a mysterious suitcase left on a bench. As the children explore the platform and meet some of the people also waiting, they start to piece together a small mystery about the forgotten suitcase. With a little help and curiosity, they return it just in time to its owner—a kind old woman who thanks them warmly. The train finally arrives, and the children feel proud of their small adventure at the train stop. Anna realizes that sometimes the most ordinary places can have unexpected stories.

For primary school students,6–7 years world cat.