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The Wonderful Weaver

A Greek myth retold from Old Greek Stories, by James Baldwin

This is a Greek myth from Old Greek Stories by James Baldwin, first published in 1895. Arachne was a weaver so proud of her skill that she challenged a goddess—and learned that boasting can have consequences. The ancient Greeks told this story to explain why spiders spin webs, and also to teach that humility matters. Myths like this one help children think about choices, pride, and what happens when we compare ourselves to others. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised.

Band

Purple · Pre-readers and first readersTypical starting range: ages 4–5

Length

short · about 336 words in 5 sections · 4 pictures

Source

Old Greek Stories, James Baldwin

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 (6 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Colouring page
• · Teacher’s Edition (members)

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