Why the Sea is Salty tells three water-themed myths. They all explain something about the sea - why it is salty, why droughts and floods happen, how sea creatures came to be. Find out how wishes, dragons, giant ravens and magical sea creatures all play their part.
Captivating versions of some of the best myths and legends from around the world. TreeTops Myths and Legends are fascinating and action-packed stories that will motivate and inspire readers. These are some of the oldest and most enduring stories in the world, retold by leading contemporary children's authors to bring out all of the action, drama, humour and depth of the original stories in a way that makes them as exciting and meaningful today as ever. The stories are beautifully illustrated in a range of styles to bring each tale to life.
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The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
This is Book 12 in the Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops Myths and Legends Series. See all Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops Myths and Legends books here.
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David is an experienced playright who has written for touring theatre companies, children's and youth theatres, schools, community groups and BBC radio. He regularly runs workshops in schools, colleges and universities on writing, storytelling, drama and performance. His plays for young people have been published by companies including OUP, Nelson Thornes an
More about David CalcuttPaul Hoppe is an award-winning illustrator, whose work has appeared in various newspapers and magazines, including THE NEW YORK TIMES and THE NEW YORKER. He has illustrated two picture books and is currently working on a middle-grade graphic novel. Born in Poland and raised in Germany, he now lives and works in Brooklyn, New York.
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