Kijana and The Ogre 3a: Levelled Readers (Mentor)
Description
Kijana and The Ogre – Mentor Levelled Reader (3a) is a thrilling African folktale-inspired story from Mentor Publishing, designed for Grade 3 learners under Kenya’s Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). The story follows Kijana, a courageous young hero who sets out on a journey through the deep forest, where he encounters a fearsome ogre threatening his village. Armed with nothing but his wits and bravery, Kijana must outsmart the creature and protect his people from danger. Packed with adventure, suspense, and timeless wisdom, this story teaches the value of courage, intelligence, and resilience in the face of challenges.
Written in simple, age-appropriate language and accompanied by vivid illustrations, the book helps learners develop reading fluency, comprehension, and narrative sequencing skills. The story encourages children to predict outcomes, reason through Kijana’s choices, and reflect on moral lessons, making it ideal for fostering ethical thinking and character education. Perfect for classroom reading, guided sessions, or home learning, it brings to life the richness of African storytelling while inspiring hope, bravery, and resourcefulness in young readers.
Key Facts & Features:
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CBC-aligned levelled reader for Grade 3 / “3a” reading level.
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African folktale-inspired adventure that teaches courage, intelligence, resilience, and moral responsibility.
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Simple language with vivid illustrations enhances reading fluency, comprehension, and story prediction skills.
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Character education focus: encourages reflection on empathy, bravery, cleverness, and problem-solving.
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ISBN: 9789966059932
