The Ant and the Grasshopper: A Retelling of Aesop's Fable
School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
No. of pages 24
Published: 2011
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In "The Ant and the Grasshopper," a hardworking ant diligently gathers food for the winter while a carefree grasshopper spends his time singing and dancing. When winter arrives, the ant is well-prepared with ample supplies, while the grasshopper finds himself hungry and cold, regretting his choices. The story highlights the importance of hard work, preparation, and the consequences of living only for the moment. Through this timeless fable, readers learn valuable lessons about responsibility and the rewards of foresight. This retelling brings fresh life to Aesop's classic tale, connecting with modern themes of diligence and planning for the future. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: My First, My First Classic Story, Read It Readers, Read It! Readers Fables .
This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-3rd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 5-9 years.
There are 24 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 by Picture Window Books .
This book is in the following series:
My First
Everyday experiences such as going to the doctor can be scary for the first time. With beautiful illustrations and easy-to-read text, My First...introduces children to commonplace situations in a light-hearted and informative way. The glossary explains new or difficult words, supporting children's understanding of the text. Checked by education consultant Shirley Bickler, these books are ideal for use at home and at school. It includes: colourful illustrations; easy-to-read text; glossary of unfamiliar words; and, notes for parents and teachers.
