ISB Primary Stories

An original poem by Layla in Yr6. Race your own race...

An original poem by Max in Yr6. Family is more precious than anything.

Written by Genaro R. Gojo Cruz and translated by Heidi Emily E. Adad. A stroy from the Philippines 🇵🇭 ABOUT THE AUTHOR GENARO R. GOJO CRUZ grew up in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. He earned his degree in Social Science from Philippine Normal College, and has won numerous writing awards, including the Palanca Award, Gawad Ka Amado, Gawad Collantes sa Pagsulat ng Tula at Sanaysay, Ninoy Poetry Writing Contest, and the PBBY-Writers Prize. He presently teaches at Philippine Normal College, while pursuing his masters degree in Philippine Studies as a scholar at De La Salle University in Manila. During his spare time, Genaro tells stories to, and teaches street children in Binondo, Manila.

A new poem written and recorded by Jordan in Yr6. This delightful episode will put anyone at ease who may be anxious about starting a class. School is an amazing place to be...

‘The Sound of Silence’ is written by Katrina Goldsaito, illustrated by Julia Kuo and read by Simu Liu. “Do you have a favorite sound?” little Yoshio asks. The musician answers, “The most beautiful sound is the sound of ma, of silence.” But Yoshio lives in Tokyo, Japan: a giant, noisy, busy city. He hears shoes squishing through puddles, trains whooshing, cars beeping, and families laughing. Tokyo is like a symphony hall! Where is silence? Join Yoshio on his journey through the hustle and bustle of the city to find the most beautiful sound of all.

‘Being Frank’ is written by Donna W. Earnhardt, illustrated by Andrea Castellani and read by Bob Odenkirk.

An original story written and told by Harmukh, Jai Singh and Aasha Kaur.

A #1 New York Times bestseller, this innovative and wildly funny book is written by award-winning humorist/actor B.J. Novak is read by Mr David from Year 1.

A poem read in both English and Polish by Iwona Krasa.