Grimm Fairy Tales (Legend Classics)
Legend Classics Series
What’s inside...
This collection brings together the timeless tales of the Brothers Grimm, featuring beloved stories such as Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, Rapunzel, and more. These tales have shaped the foundation of many cherished narratives and are a part of the Legend Classics series, which includes other classic titles such as Frankenstein, Dracula, and The Secret Garden.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-11
Length
288 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Snow White
The Seven Dwarfs
The Evil Queen
Discussion points
What do you think the main characters learned by the end of the story?
How would you have solved the problem in the fairy tale differently?
What emotions did you feel when reading about the adventures in the story?
Which fairy tale was your favorite and why?
How do you think the characters' choices affected the outcome of their stories?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings to their favorite tales, fostering creativity and critical thinking.
Discuss the moral lessons within each fairy tale. Ask your child what they learned and how it applies to their own life.
Create a cozy, distraction-free reading environment to maintain focus and enhance comprehension.
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading session more engaging and enjoyable.
After reading, encourage your child to draw scenes or characters from the story, solidifying their understanding and retention of the tale.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of making wise choices
Explanation: Many stories in 'Grimm Fairy Tales', such as 'Hansel and Gretel', show characters facing consequential decisions. Their choices often lead to significant outcomes, reinforcing the idea of thinking before acting.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by considering the potential consequences of their actions in situations like sharing with others or choosing to follow rules.
Example Lesson: The value of perseverance
Explanation: In 'The Fisherman and His Wife', the fisherman's persistent efforts in dealing with the magical fish’s grants reflect the theme of perseverance despite challenges.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the importance of persistence in achieving goals, whether in completing school tasks or in learning new skills like riding a bike or playing an instrument.
Example Lesson: Understanding right from wrong
Explanation: Tales like 'Little Red Riding Hood' clearly depict the consequences of straying from the path of righteousness, providing a stark distinction between good and bad choices.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to apply ethical thinking when resolving conflicts with peers or deciding on how to treat others respectfully and kindly.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of adversity
Explanation: Characters like Cinderella and Snow White face hardships but ultimately prevail. These stories promote resilience, showing that one can overcome obstacles and emerge stronger.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to stay hopeful and resilient during difficult times, such as moving to a new school or dealing with the loss of a pet.
Example Lesson: The power of kindness and generosity
Explanation: In 'The Elves and the Shoemaker', the acts of kindness by the shoemaker and his wife towards the elves bring about prosperous returns, illustrating the benefits of generosity.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of being kind and helping others, which can be practiced in everyday life by sharing toys, helping in household chores, or supporting a friend in need.