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From Grimms' Fairy Tales, by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm

This is one of the best-loved fairy tales from the Brothers Grimm, collected in Germany in the early nineteenth century and published in their famous collection. The story is also known as Sleeping Beauty. It carries the timeless fairy-tale themes of goodness rewarded, promises fulfilled and love that breaks a spell. The tale reminds us that patience and courage can overcome even the darkest enchantment. This text reflects its era.

Band

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

Length

short · about 332 words in 6 sections · 4 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 (6 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Colouring page
• · Teacher’s Edition (members)

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