Book details
Reading Champion: Goldilocks Met Three Bears: Independent reading Purple 8 (Reading Champion)
Published in
2019
Description
In the book 'Goldilocks Met Three Bears' by Damian Harvey, part of the 'Reading Champion' series aimed at independent readers at Purple level 8, readers are introduced to a modern twist on the classic fairy tale. The narrative follows the mischievous Goldilocks as she stumbles upon the house of the three bears while they are out. Exploring the house, she tries their porridge, sits in their chairs, and eventually falls asleep in one of their beds. When the bears return, they discover the chaos Goldilocks has caused. Unlike the traditional tale, this retelling may include a fresh perspective or a unique moral lesson, encouraging young readers to reflect on the consequences of Goldilocks's actions and the importance of respecting others' property. The story is designed to support developing literacy skills with age-appropriate vocabulary, engaging illustrations, and a compelling storyline that holds the interest of young readers as they practice their reading.
Age
5-7
Text complexity
beginner
Book in series
#15
Why to read
- Practice Independent Reading: The book is designed to support independent reading for young learners. It is an excellent choice for children who are gaining confidence in reading by themselves, as it is structured to help them develop and reinforce their reading skills.
- Familiar Story with a Twist: 'Goldilocks Met Three Bears' is a retelling of the classic fairy tale with a fresh perspective that can intrigue young readers. This can help in keeping their interest high while they explore variations of a story that they may already know.
- Language Development: By reading this book, children can improve their vocabulary and language comprehension. Damian Harvey's storytelling includes a variety of words and sentence structures that can help readers expand their linguistic abilities.
- Engaging Illustrations: The book is likely to contain colorful and engaging illustrations that complement the text, making the reading experience more enjoyable and aiding in the reader's understanding of the story. This visual support is important for children, as it can help them to better connect with the narrative and retain the information.