Reading Planet: Rocket Phonics - Target Practice - The Stone Snake - Green

Sam is lonely and can't see his friends. He finds a painted stone snake in the woods during a walk with his mom. The snake leads him on a journey.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 24 pages
Publication date: 28 May 2021
Publisher: Hodder Education

Sam is feeling lonely as he can't meet his friends for six weeks. His mom decides to take him for a walk in the woods, hoping to cheer him up. As they walk, Sam spots a strange object lying on the ground. It looks like a snake, but it's made of painted stones. He picks it up and examines it closely.

Curiosity piqued, Sam wonders where the snake will lead him. He holds it tightly in his hands, feeling a mixture of excitement and fear. As they continue their walk, Sam notices that the snake starts to move. It slithers across the ground, leaving a trail of painted stones behind it.

Sam is amazed by the snake's beauty and wonder. He follows it, hoping to discover where it will take him. The snake leads him through the woods, winding its way through trees and bushes. Sam feels a sense of adventure and exploration, as if he's on a secret mission.

As they continue their journey, Sam notices that the snake is getting closer to a clearing in the woods. In the center of the clearing, there is a small pond. The snake stops at the edge of the pond and looks at Sam.

Sam is unsure what to do. He has never seen a snake this close before. He wonders if it's dangerous or if it's friendly. The snake doesn't seem to be making any threatening moves, so Sam decides to approach it cautiously.

As he gets closer, Sam notices that the snake has eyes painted on its stones. They look like they're staring at him, and Sam feels a strange sensation in his chest. He takes a step back, unsure of what to do next.

Just then, the snake speaks. It doesn't say anything in words, but Sam can feel the snake's thoughts in his mind. The snake is telling him that it is a magical creature, created by the spirits of the forest. It has been watching Sam and his mom for a while, and it has chosen to lead them to the pond.

Sam is amazed by the snake's powers. He has never heard of anything like this before. The snake tells him that the pond is a sacred place, filled with magic and wonder. It is a place where the spirits of the forest come to rest and recharge.

Sam and his mom are grateful for the snake's guidance. They follow it to the pond, where they spend the rest of the day exploring and enjoying the beauty of the forest. The snake stays with them, guiding them through the woods and showing them hidden treasures.

As the sun sets, Sam and his mom say goodbye to the snake. They thank it for its guidance and for showing them the wonders of the forest. The snake disappears into the woods, leaving Sam and his mom with a sense of wonder and amazement.

From that day on, Sam and his mom visit the pond regularly. They sit by the edge of the pond, listening to the sounds of the water and the birds. They feel a sense of peace and tranquility, and they know that the snake is always watching over them, protecting them from harm.

The Stone Snake is a story of friendship, adventure, and magic. It teaches us that even in the darkest of times, there is always something beautiful and magical waiting to be discovered. It reminds us that we should never be afraid to explore the unknown, and that sometimes, the greatest treasures are found in the most unexpected places.

Weight: 76g
Dimension: 170 x 211 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398325111