Oxford Reading Treasure: The Stubborn Mule and Other Stories
Encourage your child to discover the joy of reading with the charming Oxford Reading Treasure: The Stubborn Mule and Other Stories, now available at Books Hub PK. This delightful storybook is part of the trusted Oxford Reading Treasure series — a favourite among parents, teachers, and schools for helping children develop strong reading habits through engaging, age-appropriate stories.
The Stubborn Mule and Other Stories is a carefully chosen collection of short, easy-to-read tales written in clear, simple language to help young readers build confidence step by step. In the title story The Stubborn Mule, children will enjoy the funny tale of a mule who refuses to move and the clever way his problem is solved — a gentle lesson about patience and thinking creatively.
Each story in this collection is filled with relatable characters, everyday adventures, and a touch of humour that keeps kids turning the pages. Designed for early primary grades (ages 6–9), these stories introduce slightly longer sentences and new vocabulary, helping children strengthen reading fluency, comprehension, and word recognition in a fun, stress-free way.
Bright, colourful illustrations support every page, providing visual clues that help children understand the text and stay engaged. Parents and teachers can use this book for daily reading practice, bedtime storytelling, or classroom reading corners — making it a flexible addition to any young reader’s bookshelf.
The Oxford Reading Treasure series is trusted worldwide for its proven approach to supporting literacy through carefully graded, high-interest stories.
Key Features:
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Includes multiple short stories for early primary readers
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Title story The Stubborn Mule teaches gentle life lessons with humour
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Clear, simple language to boost reading confidence
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Colourful illustrations that support understanding and make reading fun
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Builds fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension naturally
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Perfect for home reading, school use, or bedtime stories
