Tortoise's Wings

Tortoise's Wings is a captivating illustrated collection of three animal-themed children's stories, originally part of the Longhorn Reading Scheme, written by Dorothy Bracey and Peter Lieta. The titular story, "The Tortoise's Wings," explores the theme of teamwork, while other tales delve into moral lessons about deceit and the origins of animal domestication, such as "How Hare Tricked Hyena" and "Why the Cat Stays at Home with the Women." Using a simple, controlled English vocabulary, this book is an excellent resource for developing intermediate reading skills in young readers (Ages 6-12), appealing to their imagination with engaging narratives and beautiful illustrations.