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The Secret Tunnel

Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea by Jules Verne · Episode 5 of 6

This episode is from Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea by French author Jules Verne, first published in 1870. It is one of the most famous adventure stories ever written, about a mysterious submarine captain who explores the oceans. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. Captain Nemo's secret tunnel, his hidden treasure, and the lost city of Atlantis have amazed readers for over 150 years. The story invites children to wonder what lies hidden in the deep ocean and what ancient mysteries the sea might still hold.

Band

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

Length

short · about 368 words in 5 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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