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Old Sultan

From Grimms' Fairy Tales, by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm

Old Sultan is a fairy tale from Grimms' Fairy Tales, collected by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm and first published in the early nineteenth century. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. The story explores loyalty, gratitude, and the choice between friendship and duty. It shows that true faithfulness is tested not when help is given, but when it is asked for in return. The tale rewards Sultan's devotion with safety and comfort, and his integrity with peace—a pattern found throughout the Grimms' collection, where moral courage and honesty win in the end.

Band

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

Length

long · about 896 words in 6 sections · 3 pictures

Source

Grimms' Fairy Tales, Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm

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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