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Madschun

A fairy tale from The Olive Fairy Book, edited by Andrew Lang

This story comes from The Olive Fairy Book, edited by Andrew Lang and published in 1907. Andrew Lang collected fairy tales from all around the world. This tale comes from Turkey and was adapted from a collection of Turkish folk stories. The text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. The story teaches that keeping your promise is very important, and that cleverness can help you solve hard problems. The magic word 'Madschun' gives the young man power when he needs it most.

Band

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

Length

short · about 344 words in 5 sections · 4 pictures

Source

The Olive Fairy Book, Andrew Lang and H. J. Ford

First published

1907

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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