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A Story of Robin Hood

From Fifty Famous Stories Retold, by James Baldwin

This story comes from Fifty Famous Stories Retold by James Baldwin, first published in 1896. Robin Hood is one of England's most famous legendary heroes, an outlaw who lived in Sherwood Forest and stood up for the poor. This particular tale shows Robin's cleverness and his sense of justice—he helps a young couple whose love is threatened by greed. The text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. Robin Hood stories have been told and retold for centuries because they remind us that courage and kindness can triumph over unfairness.

Band

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

Length

short · about 334 words in 5 sections · 4 pictures

Source

Fifty Famous Stories Retold, 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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