Rainforest Boy by Rachel Bladon

Who is Curupira? Curupira is a boy from the Amazon Rainforest. He is not like other boys. Curupira has strange feet! His feet point backwards. This makes it hard for people to follow him. Curupira is very clever. He uses his strange feet to trick people who want to harm the forest.

What does Curupira do? Curupira loves the forest. He loves the trees, the animals, and the rivers. Curupira protects the rainforest. He keeps the animals safe. If hunters or people try to harm the forest, Curupira stops them. He is like a superhero for the Amazon Rainforest.

The Amazon Rainforest The Amazon Rainforest is very big. It is in South America. Many animals live there. There are jaguars, monkeys, parrots, and snakes. The rainforest is very important. It gives us clean air. It is also a home for many animals and plants. We must take care of the rainforest, just like Curupira.

Why is Curupira special? Curupira is special because he loves nature. He knows the rainforest very well. He can run fast and is very smart. His strange feet make him unique. Curupira teaches us to care for the forest and its animals. He shows us that nature is important.

Why should you read Rainforest Boy? Rainforest Boy is a fun and easy book to read. It has colorful pictures. The story is from Brazil. It teaches us about the Amazon Rainforest and its animals. You can also learn new words. This book helps you practice English. It is perfect for A1 students.

What can you learn from this book? You can learn about:

• The Amazon Rainforest.
• Why forests are important.
• How to protect nature.
• New English words and phrases.

Activities in the Book Rainforest Boy has fun activities. These activities help you understand the story. You can:

• Answer questions about the story.
• Match words to pictures.
• Practice speaking and writing.
• Listen to the audio and read along.

Who is this book for? This book is for children and students who are learning English. If you like nature and animals, you will enjoy this story. It is good for A1 learners. Teachers and parents can also use this book to teach English.

Why is this book important? Rainforest Boy is more than a story. It teaches us to love and protect nature. Curupira shows us that we can make a difference. The Amazon Rainforest is a treasure. We must take care of it for future generations.

Rachel Bladon Teacher, Editor and Writer 

A Journey through Language and Literature

 

Meet Rachel Bladon, a dedicated teacher, skilled editor, and prolific writer with over two decades of experience in the field of English as a Foreign Language (EFL). Her journey has taken her across continents, from Europe to Asia, where she has left an indelible mark on the world of language education.

Rachel's literary contributions encompass a remarkable thirty-four graded readers tailored for readers of all age groups. Her repertoire includes a diverse array of works, from non-fiction pieces to captivating retellings of both modern and classic literary masterpieces. Her passion for storytelling has not gone unnoticed, earning her the prestigious Language Learner Literature Award for one of her stories. Moreover, two of her narratives have achieved the distinction of being finalists for this esteemed recognition.

 

In 2014, Rachel assumed the pivotal role of Series Editor for the renowned Oxford Bookworms Library, following in the footsteps of the esteemed Jennifer Bassett. Under her stewardship, the library has continued to flourish, maintaining its hallmark of exceptional storytelling and meticulous grading. Rachel's personal contributions to the series are equally impressive, with five titles to her name, including adaptations of literary gems like "A Midsummer Night’s Dream" and "Eat, Pray, Love," along with the engaging "Factfile Japan."

 

Rachel takes great pride in her role, nurturing and expanding this treasure trove of literary works. Her commitment to providing high-quality reading materials to language learners worldwide is evident in the exciting new titles she continually adds to the library.

Rachel Bladon's journey through language and literature is a testament to her unwavering dedication to the world of EFL education, where she inspires countless individuals to embark on their own linguistic adventures.