Book details
The little red hen and the sly fox
Description
In 'The Little Red Hen and the Sly Fox,' written by Vivian French, the story follows the industrious Little Red Hen as she finds some grains of wheat and decides to plant them. Despite asking for help from her lazy farmyard friends—the cat, the dog, and the duck—they all refuse to assist her. The Little Red Hen proceeds to plant, harvest, and mill the wheat into flour, and then bakes a loaf of bread, all on her own. When the bread is ready, her friends are eager to help eat it, but she chooses to eat it with her chicks instead, as they were the only ones who helped her. Meanwhile, a sly fox has been watching and plotting to steal the bread. He tries to trick the Little Red Hen into leaving her house, but she outsmarts him at every turn. In the end, the sly fox is unsuccessful, and the Little Red Hen and her chicks enjoy the fruits of their labor, safe and sound. The story teaches lessons about hard work, self-reliance, and the importance of being cautious of those who do not have your best interests at heart.
Age
4-8
Text complexity
beginner
Length
25 pages
Why to read
- Teaches the Value of Hard Work: 'The Little Red Hen and the Sly Fox' by Vivian French imparts an important moral lesson about the rewards of diligence and the consequences of laziness, making it a valuable story for children to understand the importance of contributing to a task.
- Introduces Problem-Solving Skills: The clever tactics of the sly fox and the resourcefulness of the little red hen provide excellent examples of problem-solving, which can inspire young readers to think critically and creatively when faced with challenges.
- Encourages Reading Skills: With its engaging narrative and accessible language, this book is perfect for young readers who are developing their reading skills. The story's structure and repetition can help reinforce language patterns and vocabulary.
- Promotes Social and Emotional Learning: The interactions between the characters offer opportunities for parents and educators to discuss themes such as cooperation, trust, and the consequences of one's actions, which are essential components of social and emotional learning.