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Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea by Jules Verne · Episode 2 of 6

Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea was first published in 1870, one of the great scientific romances of the Victorian era. This is the second episode of six for young readers. In this episode, Professor Aronnax and his companions discover the truth about the sea monster and meet the mysterious Captain Nemo, commander of the submarine Nautilus. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. The story explores wonder, freedom, and the power of human invention, showing children that great mysteries often have surprising answers.

Band

Purple · Pre-readers and first readersTypical starting range: ages 4–5

Length

short · about 393 words in 6 sections · 4 pictures

Source

Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea, Jules Verne

First published

see the About page in the reader

Regions

Canada · United States

Included formats

• · Web reader and PDF
• · EPUB for e-readers
• · Home-print sheet
• · Folded booklet
• · Binder edition (8.5 × 11)
• · Worksheet
• · Quick Check (6 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Colouring page
• · Teacher’s Edition (members)

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