Slipstream is a new generation of reading resources

specifically designed for struggling and reluctant readers.

Through exciting and carefully levelled texts,

Slipstream enables readers to accelerate their reading experience.

This illustrated story is part of Slipstream LEVEL 1. The 300-word text

is levelled for readers with a reading age of 5-7, but its engaging

content makes it perfect for a wide range of older readers too.

All texts are levelled by reading experts Dee Reid and Diana Bentley.

In Alpha City on your 16th birthday you are summoned to the all-powerful Council.

It controls Alpha City. The Council gives you a job — you have no choice. Today is Milo's 16th birthday,

and his job is being chosen now...