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Robin Hood Seeks a Guest

From Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race, by M. I. Ebbutt

This story comes from Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race by M. I. Ebbutt, a collection published in the early twentieth century. Robin Hood is one of England's most famous legendary heroes, an outlaw who robbed the rich and helped the poor. In this episode, Robin and his three loyal companions are in Barnesdale forest, and Robin decides he will not eat until they find a stranger to invite to dinner. The tale shows Robin's sense of adventure, his trust in his friends, and the code of honour that guided his band. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised.

Band

Yellow · Emerging readersTypical starting range: ages 6–8

Length

medium · about 541 words in 5 sections · 4 pictures

Source

Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race, M. I. Ebbutt

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

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