A New King - Reading Champion

Sep 29, 2026

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A New King, authored by Jenny Jinks and illustrated by BlueBean, is an engaging children's narrative presented as part of the Reading Champion series. The story follows the transition of power in the jungle after an aging Lion decides to step down from his throne. To ensure a worthy successor, the Lion organizes a challenging obstacle course competition that tests the courage, strength, and resilience of the jungle animals. This beautifully illustrated book explores themes of leadership, fair competition, and transition, designed specifically to help young readers build confidence and develop their literacy skills through an adventurous animal-themed tale published by Franklin Watts.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages32

Reading Time49 min

AccessFree to download

The Lion's Decision

Setting the Competition

The Obstacle Course

FAQs

Why does the Lion decide to step down as king?

The Lion feels he is too old to continue serving as king and wants to pass the responsibility to a successor.

How does the Lion choose the next king?

He organizes a competition featuring an obstacle course to test which animal is the toughest, bravest, and strongest.

What qualities does the Lion look for in the next king?

He looks for animals that are tough, brave, and strong enough to complete his challenging obstacle course.

Sep 29, 2026

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