New Boots
Charlie’s own pack was fine, but he was hungry, and his new boots pinched. Plus his mates were way ahead, having a great time – and here he was stuck at the back with Mr Ngaia and the new kid.
About this resource
Series: School Journal Level 3 May 2017
Reading year level: 6
Category: Fiction
Topics: anger, bullying, family, friendship, kea, managing self, narrative, outdoors, relationships, respect for others, responsibilty, scouts, tramping
New Boots
Words by Tim Jones
Illustrations by Andrew Burdan