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The Valiant Little Tailor

From Grimms' Fairy Tales, by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm

The Valiant Little Tailor is a comic fairy tale from Grimms' Fairy Tales, first published in 1812 by the German brothers Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm. The story follows a clever tailor who uses his wits—not his strength—to outsmart giants, wild beasts and even a king. This tale has delighted readers for over two hundred years because it shows that brains can beat brawn, and that courage and cleverness are worth more than size. This text reflects its era.

Band

Yellow · Emerging readersTypical starting range: ages 6–8

Length

medium · about 576 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 (8 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Colouring page
• · Teacher’s Edition (members)

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