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The Emperor's New Suit

A fairy tale retold from Hans Christian Andersen

Hans Christian Andersen was a Danish writer whose fairy tales are loved all over the world. This story, first published in 1837, shows how pride and fear of looking foolish can keep people from telling the truth. It reminds us that honesty matters more than pretending to be clever. Andersen wrote the tale to make readers laugh at vanity and think about the courage it takes to speak plainly. The story has been retold for generations because the emperor's mistake—and the child's honest words—teach something every age needs to hear. This text reflects its era.

Band

Yellow · Emerging readersTypical starting range: ages 6–8

Length

medium · about 556 words in 6 sections · 4 pictures

Source

Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen, H. C. Andersen

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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