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Jack breaks the beanstalks

By Sue Nicholson

Jack climbs the forbidden beanstalks—and soon faces a tricky choice about telling the truth.

playful magical adventurous thought-provoking

Genres

Fantasy Fairy Tales Feelings/Wellbeing

What is Jack breaks the beanstalks about?

Jack loves climbing, especially when the beanstalks in his garden stretch high into the sky. But Mum has told him not to climb them, because he might break them. One night, Jack cannot resist and begins to scramble upwards. Soon, something goes wrong, and Jack must decide whether to hide what he has done or tell the truth. With familiar fairytale friends nearby, Jack discovers that being honest can be difficult—but it is always the right choice.

About the author

Sue Nicholson is a talented author who loves writing fun and fascinating books for children. She has written many non-fiction books about history, animals, and science, helping young readers discover the wonders of the world. Sue enjoys making learning exciting and easy to understand through her clear and friendly writing.

Pages

24 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2019

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