A thrilling journey around the world…an illustrated classic tale for a new generation of readers.Everything your child needs to improve fluency, vocabulary, and grammar all while being transported to an undersea world full of adventure and surprises: Listen as beloved storyteller Jim Weiss recreates the fascinating world of Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Read along with the beautifully illustrated Companion Reader to improve fluency, vocabulary, and grammar. Speak great words and sentences out loud by practicing and performing the short, accessible dramatic version of Jim’s performance. A complete script, stage direction, and acting tips are included in the Companion Reader.    Lost at sea, three friends find themselves on a fantastic underwater ship, the Nautilus. You will dive deep into adventure as our heroes battle giant squid, navigate dangerous oceans, and discover new creatures and fabulous treasures. But who is the mysterious Captain Nemo? Why is he being hunted by every navy on earth? And will he ever let the three castaways return home? This bundle includes Jim's retelling of this classic story, in CD format, as well as the beautifully illustrated Companion Reader . The Reader includes an exact transcript of Jim Weiss’s award-winning storytelling performance of Jules Verne’s Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea as well as script and stage directions for a play anyone can perform. The Reader can be enjoyed on its own, or used along with the recorded performance to build strong language skills.