Readerful Independent Library: Oxford Reading Level 7: The Enormous Turnip

Mario and Jake, two brothers, have grown apart. When an enormous turnip grows on Jake's empty farm, he is delighted, but Mario is not. Will the turnip be worth more than its weight in gold and mend their relationship?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 24 pages
Publication date: 22 January 2024
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Mario and Jake, two brothers who have grown apart, find themselves facing a peculiar challenge when an enormous turnip grows on Jake's empty farm. At first, Jake is overjoyed, but Mario is not too pleased with this unexpected development. As the turnip continues to grow, it captures the attention of the entire village, with rumors spreading that it might be worth more than its weight in gold.

Determined to prove the worth of the turnip, Mario and Jake set out on a mission to find a buyer. They travel far and wide, encountering various characters along the way who have their own agendas and motivations. They encounter a greedy merchant who is only interested in the turnip's monetary value, a wise old farmer who believes that the turnip holds a special secret, and a group of children who are fascinated by the turnip's size and shape.

Through their journey, Mario and Jake learn valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the importance of valuing what truly matters. They realize that the turnip is not just a physical object but a symbol of their bond as brothers. In the end, they manage to find a buyer who appreciates the turnip's true value and pays a fair price for it.

As they part ways, Mario and Jake are filled with a renewed sense of appreciation for each other and the power of their family bond. The enormous turnip has not only brought them closer together but has also taught them the value of perseverance, determination, and the importance of valuing the things that truly matter in life.

Weight: 46g
Dimension: 200 x 130 x 1 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781382041027