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Beowulf

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

This reader is adapted from M. I. Ebbutt's Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race, a collection first published in the early twentieth century that retold classic tales of the British Isles and northern Europe for young readers. The story of Beowulf is one of the oldest surviving works of English literature, an epic poem composed over a thousand years ago about a Geatish hero who battles monsters and dragons. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. Beowulf's journey is worth a child's time because it shows that those who are underestimated can rise to greatness, and that true courage means offering help to strangers in their darkest hour.

Band

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

Length

medium · about 800 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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