Oxford Reading Tree Green Sparks: Level 5: Haruki and the Hermit Crab

Oxford Reading Tree Green Sparks: Inspiring Young Global Citizens

The Oxford Reading Tree Green Sparks series introduces children to the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in an age-appropriate and engaging way. Designed to develop essential reading skills, these books combine phonic progression, key vocabulary, and comprehension-building activities while exploring sustainability in both global and local contexts.

Why choose Green Sparks?

• Boost reading confidence: 42 levelled fiction and non-fiction titles from Oxford Reading Levels 1-6.
• Cross-curricular learning: Linked to wider curriculum subjects and international programmes, including the Oxford International Curriculum and the IB Primary Years Programme.
• Support teacher planning: Includes a comprehensive Teacher Handbook with cross-curricular activities to deepen understanding of the SDGs.
• Digital access: Selected titles available via the Oxford Owl eBook Library subscription, plus free Teaching Notes on Oxford Owl.

This series helps children build general knowledge, subject-specific vocabulary, and a sense of responsibility for the world around them - empowering them to become the problem-solving global citizens of tomorrow.

Featured Title: Haruki and the Hermit Crab
What happens when a hermit crab uses a plastic bottle top instead of a shell?
In this engaging story, Haruki helps the crab find a real shell—and then takes action to clean up the beach. This book highlights UN SDG 14: Life Below Water and UN SDG 15: Life on Land, inspiring children to care for oceans, wildlife, and the environment.