Jack and the Beanstalk

 

A Classic Story for Children

Jack and the Beanstalk is a story about a boy named Jack. He climbs a magic beanstalk and finds a giant’s castle. This story is fun and exciting for children.

 

What Happens in the Story?

Jack and his mother are poor. They have a cow, but the cow gives no milk. Jack goes to sell the cow. A man gives Jack magic beans for the cow.

Jack plants the beans. The next day, a big beanstalk grows. Jack climbs the beanstalk and finds a castle. A giant lives there. Jack sees gold, a magic harp, and a hen that lays golden eggs. Jack takes these and runs away.

 

Why Do Children Love This Story?

1. Magic and Adventure: Children love the magic beans and the giant beanstalk. It is exciting to see Jack climb the beanstalk and explore the giant’s castle.

2. Brave Jack: Jack is a brave boy. He climbs the beanstalk and takes gold from the giant. Children like his courage.

3. A Happy Ending: At the end, Jack and his mother are happy and not poor anymore.

    

Who Wrote the Book?

The book Jack and the Beanstalk is retold by Sue Arengo. She writes simple and fun stories for children. This book is easy for children learning English.

 

Why Read This Book?

1. Easy English: The words are simple. Children can read and understand the story easily.

2. Fun Pictures: The book has colorful pictures. The pictures help children understand the story.

3. Good Lesson: The story teaches about being brave and helping your family.

    

About the Publisher

The book is from OUP Oxford. They make books for children learning English. Their books are fun and helpful for students.

 

Bring Magic to Your Classroom

Teachers can use this book in the classroom. Children love the story and pictures. Reading this book can make English lessons fun.

Jack and the Beanstalk is a classic story that children will enjoy. Read this book and go on a magical adventure with Jack!

Sue Arengo British author and editor of children's books 

A Storyteller for Young Learners of English

Sue Arengo is a British author who writes wonderful stories for children learning English. She has worked with Oxford University Press for over 20 years, creating books that are fun and easy to read. Many of her books are part of graded reader series like Classic Tales, Dominoes, and Oxford Bookworms.

Bringing Fairy Tales to Life

One of Sue’s most famous works is the Classic Tales series. This award-winning series retells traditional fairy tales like The Ugly Duckling, The Magic Brocade, and The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse. These stories are written in simple English, making them perfect for children learning English as a second language. The series is loved by teachers and students worldwide and is now in its second edition.

Creating Original Stories

Sue Arengo doesn’t just rewrite old stories—she also creates new ones! Books like Baby Robot and Archie’s Sweet Shop show her talent for writing fun, imaginative stories. These books help children enjoy reading and improve their English at the same time.

A Talent for Art

Did you know Sue Arengo is also an artist? Using the name Kisa, she paints colorful and imaginative pictures with oil paints. Her art has been shown in exhibitions, including one at John Wesley’s Methodist Chapel in Bristol. Sue even illustrated her own fairy tale called Lord of the Meadow. This beautiful story, set in an English summer meadow, has many small oil-painted illustrations.

Inspiring Young Readers

Sue Arengo’s work is special because it helps young learners discover the joy of reading. Her books make English easy and fun for children all over the world. With her creativity and talent, Sue continues to inspire young readers to dream big and learn with enthusiasm.

If you are looking for interesting books for English learners, Sue Arengo’s stories are a great place to start. Her work combines learning with imagination, making reading an enjoyable experience for everyone.