Building Reading Practice

Excerpt from The Book: "The Magical Star"

Once upon a time, in a small village, there was a young boy named Jack. Jack loved to gaze at the night sky and dream of adventure. One clear night, as Jack looked up, he noticed a sparkling star that shone brighter than the rest. Curiosity filled his heart, and he wished he could reach the star.To his surprise, a magical shimmer enveloped him, lifting him up into the sky. Jack found himself floating among the stars, feeling a sense of wonder and excitement. As he traveled through the sky, he encountered a friendly star named Stella. Stella had seen Jack's wish and decided to guide him on a special journey.Together, they visited distant planets, witnessing breathtaking landscapes and meeting curious creatures. Jack's heart filled with wonder as he saw glowing forests and rivers made of stardust. He laughed with joy as he played with a group of friendly aliens who loved to dance. After exploring many amazing places, Stella led Jack back to his village.With a gentle touch, the magical shimmer brought Jack safely back to the ground. Jack looked up at the night sky, feeling grateful for the incredible adventure. He knew that the magical star had granted his wish and given him memories to cherish forever. From that day forward, Jack continued to gaze at the stars, knowing that magic could be found in the simplest of dreams.And so, Jack's village became a place of wonder and imagination, where dreams took flight with the help of a magical star.