Crunch Time!

Reach for this book when you have a child who views reading as a chore but can spend hours immersed in a video game. It is an ideal bridge for the digital native who needs to see that the excitement, logic, and high stakes of their favorite screen-based adventures can be found within the pages of a book. Part of the Oxford Reading Tree Project X series, it is specifically designed to hook reluctant readers through a high-octane, tech-driven narrative. In this mission, the team of micro-sized heroes must use their collective wits to stop a digital virus and fix a malfunctioning robot before time runs out. The story emphasizes teamwork and logical problem-solving under pressure. For parents, this is a guilt-free way to encourage literacy by meeting the child in their own world of gadgets and gaming. It is perfectly paced for 7 to 11 year olds, offering a sense of accomplishment for those who may struggle with denser, more traditional prose.