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Grendel

From Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race, by M. I. Ebbutt

This reader is drawn from Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race by M. I. Ebbutt, a collection first published in the early twentieth century. The tale of Grendel is part of the Old English epic Beowulf, one of the oldest and greatest stories in English literature. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. The story introduces young readers to the power of myth and the long struggle between good and evil—a theme that has resonated across centuries and remains worth a child's attention today.

Band

Green · Independent readers, earlyTypical starting range: ages 9–11

Length

medium · about 807 words in 5 sections · 3 pictures

Source

Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race, M. I. Ebbutt

First published

see the About page in the reader

Regions

Canada · United States

Included formats

• · Web reader and PDF
• · EPUB for e-readers
• · Home-print sheet
• · Folded booklet
• · Binder edition (8.5 × 11)
• · Worksheet
• · Quick Check (10 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Teacher’s Edition (members)

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