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Hansel and Gretel

From Grimms' Fairy Tales, by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm

Hansel and Gretel is one of the best-known fairy tales collected by the Brothers Grimm and first published in the early nineteenth century. This text reflects its era. A clever brother and sister, abandoned in a dark forest, must use their wits to survive and find their way home. The story teaches children that courage, kindness between siblings, and quick thinking can overcome even the most frightening dangers.

Band

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

Length

short · about 393 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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