Ninja

Description: Interest Age, 11+, Reading Age 3rd Grade. Taka is desperate to prove that he has what it takes to become a ninja but he has failed the Grandmaster’s test twice already. When the clan’s scrolls are stolen by an enemy samurai, he has a chance to prove himself. A stunning martial arts tale with a great message about perseverance and self-belief.

This terrifically taut and short novel is targeted for reluctant/struggling readers or children with dyslexia. The interest level is aged 11 and up, while it is at a 3rd grade reading level. Lexile Level: 650

"Fantastic! Just what I was looking for to pass on to a reluctant reader. If this doesn't trigger an interest, I don't know what will." – Reader

"My very first description of the Ninja series is this - Unputdownable. Being an avid Young Samurai reader, my expectations from Mr. Bradford were, naturally, rather high. And I am extremely pleased to say that not only did he meet them, he actually raised the bar (considerably)...a great read for all fans of the Young Samurai series. Not only does it contain swashbuckling action, nail-biting suspense and significantly good readability, it manages to diversify the protagonist's characteristic elements - much like the Samurai series, but as mentioned before, in a less bulky (relatively speaking) narrative." – Reader