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The Lost Key is part of the Oxford Reading Tree collection, designed for stages 6-7. It offers a playful story that encourages reading practice while exposing children to Welsh language elements. The book combines engaging narrative with simple yet vivid illustrations, making it an effective tool for developing literacy skills in a bilingual context. Readers will follow the adventure of a young protagonist who seeks a mysterious key, promoting curiosity and problem‑solving in a friendly, accessible format.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Roderick Hunt
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